Victor M Byrd, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Victor M Byrd is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Nashville, TN with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across TN can see Victor M Byrd, M.D. in person in Nashville or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 2886dNPPES updated 2018-06-28 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
222 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better17.51%
Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+12.4 pts)
17.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
1,098
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
981
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,035
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.41M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,167 reporting peers in Tennessee.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$28.5k received from industry
239 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very 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 Victor M Byrd's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
University of Louisville School of Medicine
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
University of Louisville School of Medicine (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
222 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203-1852
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Victor M Byrd
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Victor M Byrd for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Nashville 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 Victor M Byrd
Dr. Byrd is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Nashville, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (629) 255-2183.
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 Victor M Byrd
Practice Location
222 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
Mailing Address
222 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203-1852
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