Richard Preston Stewart, D.O.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Richard Preston Stewart is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Beaufort, SC with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Richard Preston Stewart, D.O. practices as part of a group gastroenterologist practice in Beaufort, SC. Trained at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 1991), he has been practicing for over 35 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 75.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 35% of MIPS-scored doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2495dNPPES updated 2019-07-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group 300 Midtown Dr, Beaufort, SC 29906-5200
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202375.31/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.6%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
898
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
323
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,056
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $351k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$26 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Richard Preston Stewart's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
955 Ribaut Rd Bmac Credentialing, Beaufort, SC 29902-5441
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Richard Preston Stewart
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Preston Stewart for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Beaufort 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 Preston Stewart
Dr. Stewart is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Beaufort, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 770-0404.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Richard Preston Stewart
Practice Location
Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group 300 Midtown Dr, Beaufort, SC 29906-5200
Mailing Address
955 Ribaut Rd Bmac Credentialing, Beaufort, SC 29902-5441
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