Robert James Updaw, MD
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Robert James Updaw is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Charlotte, NC with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), INTERNAL MEDICINE
Robert James Updaw, MD practices as part of a group pulmonologist practice in Charlotte, NC. A University of Toledo College of Medicine graduate since 2005, he brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and COPD. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.36/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 33% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 678dNPPES updated 2024-07-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
101 E W T Harris Blvd Bldg 5000 Suite #5101, Charlotte, NC 28262-3485
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202395.36/100
North Carolina avg: 91.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better44.9%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-37.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
170
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
158
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
811
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $816k
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 COPD.
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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 · 2005
University of Toledo College of Medicine
21 years in practice
Experienced
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
University of Toledo College of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
Po Box 19305, Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Robert James Updaw
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert James Updaw for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, COPD management — no travel to Charlotte 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 Robert James Updaw
NPI records show Dr. Updaw as active with telehealth listed in Charlotte, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 863-5847.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robert James Updaw
Practice Location
101 E W T Harris Blvd Bldg 5000 Suite #5101, Charlotte, NC 28262-3485
Mailing Address
Po Box 19305, Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
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