Sean Patrick Gaffney, M.D.

Internal Medicine

Sean Patrick Gaffney is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Chapel Hill, NC with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE

(919) 966-7890Chapel Hill, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Sean Patrick Gaffney, M.D. runs an independent internist practice in Chapel Hill, NC. He graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine in 2017 and has 9+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS data).

1 of 688 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill9+ years experienceNPI since 2017

Older · 1367dNPPES updated 2022-08-25 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-4220

Fax: (919) 966-9533
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

52.92%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+47.8 pts)

52.92% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

76

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

63

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

359

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $17k

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, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.

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

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-3%)67%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+30%)64%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+30%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+4%)53%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
50%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Cancer
Higher than avg (+28%)49%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

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 · 2017

    University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 24, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 9 years in practice

    Established

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 Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine (Class of 2017)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 271647, Salt Lake City, UT 84127-1647

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Sean Patrick Gaffney

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Sean Patrick Gaffney for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — 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 Sean Patrick Gaffney

Dr. Gaffney is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Chapel Hill, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 966-7890.

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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