Steven G Lopez, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Steven G Lopez is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in N Charleston, SC with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Steven G Lopez, MD has been part of the N Charleston medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include bipolar disorder, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 93% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4485dNPPES updated 2014-02-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4500 Leeds Ave Ste. 219, N Charleston, SC 29405-8520
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better96.3%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.5 pts)
Top 7% of reporting doctors in South CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
127
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
125
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,839
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $396k
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 Bipolar Disorder, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$153 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Steven G Lopez's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
2777 Speissegger Dr, Charleston, SC 29405-8229
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Steven G Lopez
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Steven G Lopez for bipolar management, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to N Charleston 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 Steven G Lopez
NPI records show Dr. Lopez as active with telehealth listed in N Charleston, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 745-5178.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Steven G Lopez
Practice Location
4500 Leeds Ave Ste. 219, N Charleston, SC 29405-8520
Mailing Address
2777 Speissegger Dr, Charleston, SC 29405-8229
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