Luis Jaime Cuervo, M.D.
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Luis Jaime Cuervo is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Morehead City, NC with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Luis Jaime Cuervo, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 20+ years, working in independent practice. A University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
Older · 4545dNPPES updated 2013-12-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3500 Arendell St Po Drawer 1619, Morehead City, NC 28557-2901
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better11.67%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+6.6 pts)
11.67% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
473
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
146
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
377
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $510k
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 Cancer.
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 (-6%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$609 received from industry
36 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Luis Jaime Cuervo's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Texas Medical Branch
20 years in practice
Experienced
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 2006)
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Luis Jaime Cuervo
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Luis Jaime Cuervo for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Morehead City 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 Luis Jaime Cuervo
NPI records show Dr. Cuervo as active with telehealth listed in Morehead City, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (252) 808-6177.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Luis Jaime Cuervo
Practice Location
3500 Arendell St Po Drawer 1619, Morehead City, NC 28557-2901
Mailing Address
3500 Arendell St Po Drawer 1619, Morehead City, NC 28557-2901
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