Shelby A Terstriep, M.D.
Shelby A Terstriep is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Fargo, NC with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Shelby a Terstriep, M.D. has been part of the Fargo medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine graduate since 2001, she brings 25+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have cancer, high cholesterol, and hypertension. CMS MIPS quality score: 83/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 21% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Uses generic medications more than 22% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Federal MIPS score higher than 15% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
820 4 Street North, Fargo, NC 58122
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383/100
North Carolina avg: 91.2 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.44%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.7 pts)
4.44% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.3%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-1.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
135
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
88
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
428
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $529k
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 Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+49%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine
25 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Kansas City, School of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
Po Box 5074, Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Shelby a Terstriep
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Shelby a Terstriep for follow-up consultations, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Fargo 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 Shelby a Terstriep
NPI records show Dr. Terstriep as active with telehealth listed in Fargo, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (701) 234-2397.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Shelby a Terstriep
Practice Location
820 4 Street North, Fargo, NC 58122
Mailing Address
Po Box 5074, Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5074
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