Kavita Shanker-Patel, M.D.
Kavita Shanker-Patel, M.D. specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Waxhaw, NC in group practice. She has been practicing since 2012 — over 14 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 54% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 56% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1313dNPPES updated 2022-10-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3614 Providence Rd S Ste 200, Waxhaw, NC 28173-6310
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.63%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina0.63% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.3%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
246
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
494
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,480
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $482k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North 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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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.
Board certified · Oct 2, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
14 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Kavita Shanker-Patel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kavita Shanker-Patel for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Waxhaw 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 Kavita Shanker-Patel
Dr. Shanker-Patel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Waxhaw, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 384-8640.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kavita Shanker-Patel
Practice Location
3614 Providence Rd S Ste 200, Waxhaw, NC 28173-6310
Mailing Address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
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