Richard Garth Berry, MD, FACP, FACGS
Richard Garth Berry is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Whiteville, NC with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HOSPITALIST
Richard Garth Berry, MD, FACP, FACGS has been part of the Whiteville medical community since 2006 in independent practice. Trained at Un of California, Irvine, College of Medicine (class of 1989), he has been practicing for over 37 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and depression.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 26% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 33% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 648dNPPES updated 2024-08-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
15 Hill Plz Ste a, Whiteville, NC 28472-4950
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 = better3.16%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.9 pts)
3.16% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
130
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
365
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,027
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.11M
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 Depression.
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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — 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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$592 received from industry
16 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Richard Garth Berry's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Un of California, Irvine, College of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 12, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
37 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
Un of California, Irvine, College of Medicine (Class of 1989)
Mailing address
Po Box 1527, Whiteville, NC 28472-1527
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Richard Garth Berry
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Garth Berry for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, depression management — no travel to Whiteville 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 Richard Garth Berry
NPI records show Dr. Berry as active with telehealth listed in Whiteville, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (910) 642-0300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
15 Hill Plz Ste a, Whiteville, NC 28472-4950
Mailing Address
Po Box 1527, Whiteville, NC 28472-1527
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