Joseph Wolfgang Mathews, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Joseph Wolfgang Mathews is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Summerville, SC with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Joseph Wolfgang Mathews, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 17+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 2009 and has 17+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
Older · 1817dNPPES updated 2021-06-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1101 Old Trolley Rd Ste. 300, Summerville, SC 29485-5293
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better53.4%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-29.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
893
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
366
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,745
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.35M
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South Carolina.
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.
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 Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.3k received from industry
124 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
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 Joseph Wolfgang Mathews's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 1, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
17 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
Po Box 530062, Atlanta, GA 30353-0062
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Joseph Wolfgang Mathews
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph Wolfgang Mathews for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Summerville 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 Joseph Wolfgang Mathews
NPI records show Dr. Mathews as active with telehealth listed in Summerville, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 376-2670.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joseph Wolfgang Mathews
Practice Location
1101 Old Trolley Rd Ste. 300, Summerville, SC 29485-5293
Mailing Address
Po Box 530062, Atlanta, GA 30353-0062
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