Kyle Nicholes Lavin, M.D.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Kyle Nicholes Lavin is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine specialist based in Chapel Hill, NC with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kyle Nicholes Lavin, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 15+ years, working in independent practice. A University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine graduate since 2011, he brings 15+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3622dNPPES updated 2016-06-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better61.77%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+56.7 pts)
61.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.1%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
82
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
50
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
599
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $88k
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 Anxiety Disorders.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 2011
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
15 years in practice
Experienced
A psychiatrist or neurologist with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Taxonomy: 2084H0002X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Virtual Hospice and Palliative Medicine Care With Kyle Nicholes Lavin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kyle Nicholes Lavin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Chapel Hill 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 Kyle Nicholes Lavin
Dr. Lavin is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chapel Hill, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 843-2862.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kyle Nicholes Lavin
Practice Location
101 Manning Dr Cb 7160, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-4220
Mailing Address
101 Manning Dr Cb 7160, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-4220
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