Ward Joseph Myers, M.D.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Ward Joseph Myers, M.D. specializes in hospitalist, serving patients in Goldsboro, NC in group practice. He graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in 2011 and has 15+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1546dNPPES updated 2022-02-10 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.7%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.4 pts)
3.7% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
145
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
100
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
324
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $20k
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 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 (+26%) — 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 (+29%) — 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 (+33%) — 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 (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 9, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
15 years in practice
Experienced
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Virtual Hospitalist Care With Ward Joseph Myers
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ward Joseph Myers for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Goldsboro 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 Ward Joseph Myers
NPI records show Dr. Myers as active with telehealth listed in Goldsboro, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 587-4394.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ward Joseph Myers
Practice Location
2700 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC 27534-9494
Mailing Address
2700 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC 27534-9494
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