Alexander Lopez-Alvar, M.D.
With over 35 years in internal medicine, Alexander Lopez-Alvar, M.D. is a long-established internist in Cutler Bay. A University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine graduate since 1991, he brings 35+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 45% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
11000 Sw 211th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33189-2804
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.34%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Florida0.34% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
23
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
737
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
13,637
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.01M
Percentile rankings compared against 5,053 reporting peers in Florida.
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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$155 received from industry
2 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 Alexander Lopez-Alvar'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 Miami Miller School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 16, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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 Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
6101 Blue Lagoon Dr Ste 400, Miami, FL 33126-2051
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Alexander Lopez-Alvar
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alexander Lopez-Alvar for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cutler Bay 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 Alexander Lopez-Alvar
NPI records show Dr. Lopez-Alvar as active with telehealth listed in Cutler Bay, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (305) 254-1500.
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 Alexander Lopez-Alvar
Practice Location
11000 Sw 211th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33189-2804
Mailing Address
6101 Blue Lagoon Dr Ste 400, Miami, FL 33126-2051
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