Rumey Ishizawar, M.D., PH.D.

Internal Medicine

Rumey Ishizawar is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Chapel Hill, NC with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(919) 966-0552Chapel Hill, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Rumey Ishizawar, M.D., PH.D. has practiced internal medicine for 21+ years, working in group practice. She graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2005 and has 21+ years of clinical experience. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 688 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill21+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 3968dNPPES updated 2015-07-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3300 Thurston Building Cb#7280, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7280

Fax: (919) 966-1739
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.5%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.6 pts)

2.5% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

188

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

204

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,440

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2.60M

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+26%)75%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-8%)62%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
35%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)33%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+1%)33%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-2%)32%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-5%)29%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2005

    University of Virginia School of Medicine

  2. 21 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

University of Virginia School of Medicine (Class of 2005)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Rumey Ishizawar

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Rumey Ishizawar for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Chapel Hill 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 Rumey Ishizawar

NPI records show Dr. Ishizawar as active with telehealth listed in Chapel Hill, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 966-0552.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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