Jennifer Kay Plichta, MD

Surgery

(919) 684-8111Durham, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Jennifer Kay Plichta, MD has been part of the Durham medical community since 2008 in independent practice. A Indiana University School of Medicine graduate since 2008, she brings 18+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data).

1 of 64 Surgery providers in NCSee all Surgery in Durham18+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 3517dNPPES updated 2016-09-19 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-4699

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Medicare Patients

45

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.

Hypertension
69%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
69%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Cancer
62%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

Arthritis
44%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Diabetes
24%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Anxiety Disorders
24%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$164 received from industry

2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

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Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Jennifer Kay Plichta's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2008

    Indiana University School of Medicine

  2. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Taxonomy: 208600000X

Education & Training

Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 2008)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 63362, Charlotte, NC 28263-3362

Differs from practice location

Virtual Surgery Care With Jennifer Kay Plichta

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Jennifer Kay Plichta for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Durham required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jennifer Kay Plichta

NPI records show Dr. Plichta as active with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 684-8111.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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