Leah M. Triplett, D.O.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Leah M. Triplett is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Charleston, WV with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Leah M. Triplett, D.O. has practiced internal medicine for 27+ years, working in group practice. Trained at West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 1999), she has been practicing for over 27 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1120 Kanawha Blvd E Ste 200, Charleston, WV 25301-2400
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.15%
West Virginia avg: 3.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.1 pts)
5.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
524
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
770
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,217
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.92M
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 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 (+26%) — 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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.8k received from industry
129 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 Leah M. Triplett's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Jan 20, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1999)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Leah M. Triplett
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leah M. Triplett for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to 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 Leah M. Triplett
NPI records show Dr. Triplett as active with telehealth listed in Charleston, WV. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (304) 400-4900.
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 Leah M. Triplett
Practice Location
1120 Kanawha Blvd E Ste 200, Charleston, WV 25301-2400
Mailing Address
1120 Kanawha Blvd E Ste 200, Charleston, WV 25301-2400
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