Katherine Culp Silver, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Katherine Culp Silver is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Charleston, SC with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Katherine Culp Silver, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 17+ years, working in group practice. A Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine graduate since 2009, she brings 17+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3012dNPPES updated 2018-02-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.4%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
4.4% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better67.8%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-15 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
118
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
129
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,067
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.02M
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$24 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Katherine Culp Silver'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
17 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
Po Box 751461, Charlotte, NC 28275-1461
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Katherine Culp Silver
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Katherine Culp Silver for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Charleston 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 Katherine Culp Silver
Dr. Silver is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Charleston, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 792-1414.
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 Katherine Culp Silver
Practice Location
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-1900
Mailing Address
Po Box 751461, Charlotte, NC 28275-1461
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