Otis Donnell Speight, MD
Otis Donnell Speight is an Emergency Medicine specialist based in Columbia, SC with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Otis Donnell Speight, MD practices as part of a group emergency medicine physician practice in Columbia, SC. Trained at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (class of 1985), he has been practicing for over 41 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 95.94/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 39% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1044dNPPES updated 2023-07-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
111 Doctors Circle Sc House Calls Inc, Columbia, SC 29203
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 76% of doctors in South Carolina on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.94/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.3 pts)
Better than 76% of MIPS-scored doctors in South CarolinaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.79%
South Carolina avg: 4.6 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.79% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.3%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
733
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
287
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,253
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $86k
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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — 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 (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.50 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 13, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Taxonomy: 207P00000X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 1985)
Virtual Emergency Medicine Care With Otis Donnell Speight
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Otis Donnell Speight for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbia 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 Otis Donnell Speight
NPI records show Dr. Speight as active with telehealth listed in Columbia, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (800) 491-0909.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
111 Doctors Circle Sc House Calls Inc, Columbia, SC 29203
Mailing Address
111 Doctors Circle Sc House Calls Inc, Columbia, SC 29203
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