Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland, MD
Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Gig Harbor, WA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 24 years in internal medicine, Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland, MD is a long-established internist in Gig Harbor. Trained at University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (class of 2002), she has been practicing for over 24 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1563dNPPES updated 2022-02-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5713 Wollochet Dr Nw Ste 101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335-7371
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.4%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
85
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
49
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
403
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $54k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 (+10%) — 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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ 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.
$236 received from industry
5 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 Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Keck School of Medicine of Usc
Board certified · Feb 9, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
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 Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
Po Box 21150, Boulder, CO 80308-4150
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gig Harbor 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 Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland
NPI records show Dr. Sutherland as active with telehealth listed in Gig Harbor, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 319-3339.
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 Valerie Hope Slocum Sutherland
Practice Location
5713 Wollochet Dr Nw Ste 101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335-7371
Mailing Address
Po Box 21150, Boulder, CO 80308-4150
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