Tom Prakash Theruvath, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Tom Prakash Theruvath, M.D. has practiced thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) for 26+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 26+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2019dNPPES updated 2020-10-25 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
301 Hawthorne Lane Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28204-2467
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.5%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
161
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
63
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
161
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $7k
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — 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 (+12%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$11.2k received from industry
98 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Tom Prakash Theruvath's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Sep 24, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
26 years in practice
Experienced
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
Differs from practice location
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Tom Prakash Theruvath
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Tom Prakash Theruvath for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Charlotte 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 Tom Prakash Theruvath
NPI records show Dr. Theruvath as active with telehealth listed in Charlotte, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 316-5100.
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 Tom Prakash Theruvath
Practice Location
301 Hawthorne Lane Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28204-2467
Mailing Address
Po Box 60447, Charlotte, NC 28260-0447
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