Kimberly C. Covington Tarver, MD
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Kimberly C. Covington Tarver is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Jackson, MS with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 32 years in internal medicine, Kimberly C. Covington Tarver, MD is a long-established geriatrician in Jackson. She graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 4427dNPPES updated 2014-04-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2500 North State Street Department of Medicine/Division of Geriatrics, Jackson, MS 39216-4500
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202369.84/100
Mississippi avg: 77.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-13.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
350
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
169
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,076
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $83k
Percentile rankings compared against 222 reporting peers in Mississippi.
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%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
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%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$65 received from industry
3 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 Kimberly C. Covington Tarver's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
University of Mississippi School of Medicine
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
University of Mississippi School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
2500 North State Street Division of Geriatrics, Jackson, MS 39216-4500
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Kimberly C. Covington Tarver
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kimberly C. Covington Tarver for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Jackson 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 Kimberly C. Covington Tarver
Dr. Covington Tarver is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Jackson, MS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (601) 984-6426.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kimberly C. Covington Tarver
Practice Location
2500 North State Street Department of Medicine/Division of Geriatrics, Jackson, MS 39216-4500
Mailing Address
2500 North State Street Division of Geriatrics, Jackson, MS 39216-4500
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