Michael Crooks, M.D.
Michael Crooks, M.D. practices as part of a group hospitalist practice in Asheville, NC. Trained at University of South Carolina School of Medicine (class of 2016), he has been practicing for over 10 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
Older · 891dNPPES updated 2023-11-27 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.19%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.1 pts)
8.19% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
425
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
147
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
281
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $15k
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 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 (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — 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 (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 2016
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
10 years in practice
Established
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Class of 2016)
Mailing address
509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-4601
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Michael Crooks
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Crooks for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Asheville 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 Michael Crooks
NPI records show Dr. Crooks as active with telehealth listed in Asheville, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 213-1111.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Crooks
Practice Location
509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Mailing Address
509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-4601
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