Tawanda Charumuka, MD
Tawanda Charumuka, MD specializes in family medicine, serving patients in Saint Joseph, MO in group practice. A East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine graduate since 2018, he brings 8+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 67% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 574dNPPES updated 2024-10-09 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5325 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3488
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better48.52%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+43.4 pts)
48.52% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.3%
Missouri avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MissouriHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
83
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
63
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
237
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $17k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 Diabetes.
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 (+5%) — 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 (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$80 received from industry
3 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 Tawanda Charumuka's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2018
East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 8, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
8 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine (Class of 2018)
Mailing address
5301 Faraon St Ste 120, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3512
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Tawanda Charumuka
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tawanda Charumuka for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Saint Joseph 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 Tawanda Charumuka
Dr. Charumuka is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Saint Joseph, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (816) 271-7826.
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 Tawanda Charumuka
Practice Location
5325 Faraon St, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3488
Mailing Address
5301 Faraon St Ste 120, Saint Joseph, MO 64506-3512
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