John E Prior, D.O.

Nephrology Internal Medicine

John E Prior is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Scranton, PA with over 43 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(570) 348-0360Scranton, PA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 43 years in internal medicine, John E Prior, D.O. is a long-established nephrologist in Scranton. He graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983 and has 43+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).

1 of 194 Internal Medicine providers in PASee all Internal Medicine in Scranton43+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 4413dNPPES updated 2014-04-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

802 Jefferson Ave, Scranton, PA 18510-1038

Fax: (570) 348-0362
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.

Hypertension
75%

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

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Chronic Kidney Disease
75%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Diabetes
56%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Ischemic Heart Disease
53%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Arthritis
52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Heart Failure
49%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

Atrial Fibrillation
38%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1983

    Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

  2. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.

Taxonomy: 207RN0300X

Education & Training

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1983)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With John E Prior

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

Schedule a virtual visit with John E Prior for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Scranton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John E Prior

Dr. Prior is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Scranton, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (570) 348-0360.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

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

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