Matthew R Kappus, MD

Gastroenterology Internal Medicine

Matthew R Kappus is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Durham, NC with over 17 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(919) 681-4044Durham, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Matthew R Kappus, MD practices as part of a group gastroenterologist practice in Durham, NC. A Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine graduate since 2009, he brings 17+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).

1 of 92 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Durham17+ years experienceNPI since 2009

Older · 2845dNPPES updated 2018-08-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

Duke Gastroenterology Dumc 3923, Durham, NC 27710

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Medicare Patients

270

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

205

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,088

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $347k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Diabetes.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
71%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Diabetes
50%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Chronic Kidney Disease
50%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Arthritis
50%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Anxiety Disorders
33%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

Ischemic Heart Disease
32%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Heart Failure
30%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2009

    Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

  2. 17 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.

Taxonomy: 207RG0100X

Education & Training

Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 2009)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Duke Gastroenterology Dumc 3923, Durham, NC 27710-0001

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Matthew R Kappus

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Matthew R Kappus for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Durham 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 Matthew R Kappus

Dr. Kappus is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 681-4044.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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