Mary Candace Whitehurst, MD
Mary Candace Whitehurst is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Norfolk, VA with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Mary Candace Whitehurst, MD has been part of the Norfolk medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Eastern Virginia Medical School graduate since 1985, she brings 41+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 18% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Uses generic medications more than 73% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3651dNPPES updated 2016-05-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Virginia Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
930 W 21st St Suite 100, Norfolk, VA 23517-1516
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 = better4.51%
Virginia avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
4.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.2%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.4 pts)
Better than 73% of reporting doctors in VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
219
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
514
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,004
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $627k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in 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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ 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 (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$19 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Mary Candace Whitehurst's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
Eastern Virginia Medical School
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Eastern Virginia Medical School (Class of 1985)
Mailing address
7007 Harbour View Blvd Suite 108, Suffolk, VA 23435-3657
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Mary Candace Whitehurst
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mary Candace Whitehurst for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Norfolk 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 Mary Candace Whitehurst
Dr. Whitehurst is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Norfolk, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (757) 622-8358.
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 Mary Candace Whitehurst
Practice Location
930 W 21st St Suite 100, Norfolk, VA 23517-1516
Mailing Address
7007 Harbour View Blvd Suite 108, Suffolk, VA 23435-3657
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