Kevin R Rust, MD
Kevin R Rust is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Greenwood, SC with over 35 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kevin R Rust, MD has been part of the Greenwood medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 684dNPPES updated 2024-07-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1015 Spring St, Greenwood, SC 29646
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 (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — 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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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 (-10%) — 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 · 1991
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 8, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 1991)
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Kevin R Rust
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kevin R Rust for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Greenwood required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kevin R Rust
NPI records show Dr. Rust as active with telehealth listed in Greenwood, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (864) 227-6741.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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