Kenneth Patrick Edel, MD
Kenneth Patrick Edel, MD has been part of the Gastonia medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine in 1995 and has 31+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 854dNPPES updated 2024-01-03 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
885 Summit Crossing Pl, Gastonia, NC 28054-2193
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 = better1.4%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina1.4% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.1%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.3 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
279
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
556
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,169
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $649k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 1995
University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille a. Carver College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 2, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Education & Training
University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Kenneth Patrick Edel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kenneth Patrick Edel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gastonia 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 Kenneth Patrick Edel
Dr. Edel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Gastonia, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 316-4979.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kenneth Patrick Edel
Practice Location
885 Summit Crossing Pl, Gastonia, NC 28054-2193
Mailing Address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
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