Lawrence Bennett Kelly, M.D.
With over 47 years in specialist, Lawrence Bennett Kelly, M.D. is a long-established specialist in South Charleston. Trained at West Virginia University School of Medicine (class of 1979), he has been practicing for over 47 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, hypertension, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 33% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 66% of reporting doctors in West Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 824dNPPES updated 2024-02-02 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4825 Maccorkle Ave Sw Ste C, South Charleston, WV 25309-1365
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 = better1.85%
West Virginia avg: 3.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.2 pts)
1.85% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.9%
West Virginia avg: 82.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in West VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
72
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
154
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,735
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $827k
Percentile rankings compared against 528 reporting peers in West Virginia.
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 Mood Disorders, Hypertension, and Depression.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.1k received from industry
54 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Lawrence Bennett Kelly's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 1, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
West Virginia University School of Medicine (Class of 1979)
Mailing address
Po Box 11850, Charleston, WV 25339-1850
Differs from practice location
Virtual Specialist Care With Lawrence Bennett Kelly
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lawrence Bennett Kelly for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, depression management — no travel to South Charleston 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 Lawrence Bennett Kelly
Dr. Kelly is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in South Charleston, WV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (304) 343-1022.
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 Lawrence Bennett Kelly
Practice Location
4825 Maccorkle Ave Sw Ste C, South Charleston, WV 25309-1365
Mailing Address
Po Box 11850, Charleston, WV 25339-1850
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