Joshua Benjamin Elder, MD
Joshua Benjamin Elder is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Augusta, GA with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across GA can see Joshua Benjamin Elder, MD in person in Augusta or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine graduate since 2016, he brings 10+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.82/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 15% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2546dNPPES updated 2019-06-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202377.82/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
188
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
53
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
128
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$187 received from industry
9 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Joshua Benjamin Elder's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2016
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
10 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine (Class of 2016)
Mailing address
1120 15th St Ste Bi1056, Augusta, GA 30912-0004
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Joshua Benjamin Elder
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joshua Benjamin Elder for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Augusta 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 Joshua Benjamin Elder
Dr. Elder is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Augusta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (706) 721-8623.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912
Mailing Address
1120 15th St Ste Bi1056, Augusta, GA 30912-0004
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