William Brian Ward, MD
William Brian Ward is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Greenville, SC with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
William Brian Ward, MD practices as part of a group nephrologist practice in Greenville, SC. A Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine graduate since 1992, he brings 34+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease.
Older · 1280dNPPES updated 2022-11-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
203 Mills Ave, Greenville, SC 29605-4019
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202322.97/100
South Carolina avg: 79.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-60.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
533
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
296
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,334
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $337k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South 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 Chronic Kidney 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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+25%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$941 received from industry
42 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 William Brian Ward's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 20, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
Po Box 9159 203 Mills Ave, Greenville, SC 29604-9159
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With William Brian Ward
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with William Brian Ward for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Greenville 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 William Brian Ward
NPI records show Dr. Ward as active with telehealth listed in Greenville, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (864) 271-1844.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact William Brian Ward
Practice Location
203 Mills Ave, Greenville, SC 29605-4019
Mailing Address
Po Box 9159 203 Mills Ave, Greenville, SC 29604-9159
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