Laura J Watson, FNP
Laura J Watson is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Easley, SC with over 6 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across SC can see Laura J Watson, FNP in person in Easley or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been practicing since 2020 — over 6 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 59% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202364.71/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-18.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.5%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South Carolina0.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
177
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
109
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,182
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $143k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South 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%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ 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.
Board certified · Oct 30, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
6 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
Po Box 639856, Cincinnati, OH 45263-9856
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Laura J Watson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura J Watson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Easley 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 Laura J Watson
Dr. Watson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Easley, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (864) 855-1331.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1648 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley, SC 29640-8877
Mailing Address
Po Box 639856, Cincinnati, OH 45263-9856
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