Meron Anbesaw Selassie, MD
Meron Anbesaw Selassie is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Charleston, SC with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
Meron Anbesaw Selassie, MD practices as part of a group pain medicine anesthesiology specialist practice in Charleston, SC. A Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania graduate since 2011, he brings 15+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1402dNPPES updated 2022-07-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better40.51%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+35.4 pts)
40.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.8%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in South CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
274
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
145
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
738
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $35k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South 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 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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$173 received from industry
2 transactions 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 Meron Anbesaw Selassie's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
15 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
Perelman School of Med at the University of Pennsylvania (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
Po Box 751461, Charlotte, NC 28275-1461
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Meron Anbesaw Selassie
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Meron Anbesaw Selassie 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 Meron Anbesaw Selassie
Dr. Selassie is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Charleston, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 792-1414.
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 Meron Anbesaw Selassie
Practice Location
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-1177
Mailing Address
Po Box 751461, Charlotte, NC 28275-1461
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