Kent Russell Edwards
Kent Russell Edwards is an Urology specialist based in Lenoir, NC with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NC can see Kent Russell Edwards in person in Lenoir or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of South Carolina School of Medicine (class of 2016), he has been practicing for over 10 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 24% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 42% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1160dNPPES updated 2023-03-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
401 Mulberry St Sw Ste 202, Lenoir, NC 28645-5463
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 = better3.44%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.7 pts)
3.44% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.5%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
867
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
726
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,020
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $283k
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%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+2%) — 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 (+3%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$77 received from industry
4 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 Kent Russell Edwards's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2016
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 19, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Class of 2016)
Mailing address
169 Ashley Ave Room 202 Main Hospital, Charleston, SC 29425-8905
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Kent Russell Edwards
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kent Russell Edwards for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lenoir 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 Kent Russell Edwards
NPI records show Dr. Edwards as active with telehealth listed in Lenoir, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 757-6464.
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 Kent Russell Edwards
Practice Location
401 Mulberry St Sw Ste 202, Lenoir, NC 28645-5463
Mailing Address
169 Ashley Ave Room 202 Main Hospital, Charleston, SC 29425-8905
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