Kenneth William Kotz, MD
Kenneth William Kotz is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Wilmington, NC with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NC can see Kenneth William Kotz, MD in person in Wilmington or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Maryland School of Medicine graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 817dNPPES updated 2024-02-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28401-7407
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.08%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2 pts)
3.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
537
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
317
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,783
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $7.52M
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 Cancer.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+31%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ 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 (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$138 received from industry
6 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 Kenneth William Kotz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 26, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
University of Maryland School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
Po Box 936857, Atlanta, GA 31193-6857
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Kenneth William Kotz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kenneth William Kotz for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Wilmington 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 William Kotz
Dr. Kotz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Wilmington, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (910) 667-3000.
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 Kenneth William Kotz
Practice Location
2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28401-7407
Mailing Address
Po Box 936857, Atlanta, GA 31193-6857
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