Carlos M Alonso, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Carlos M Alonso is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Miami, FL with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Carlos M Alonso, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 31+ years, working in group practice. A University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3391dNPPES updated 2017-02-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3659 S Miami Ave Ste 3005, Miami, FL 33133-4225
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.05%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
1.05% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better74.8%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
246
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
746
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,651
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $5.23M
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 (+26%) — 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 (+28%) — 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%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ 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%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.6k received from industry
65 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 Carlos M Alonso's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
31 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 Puerto Rico School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Carlos M Alonso
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Carlos M Alonso for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Miami 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 Carlos M Alonso
NPI records show Dr. Alonso as active with telehealth listed in Miami, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (305) 860-6260.
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 Carlos M Alonso
Practice Location
3659 S Miami Ave Ste 3005, Miami, FL 33133-4225
Mailing Address
3659 S Miami Ave Ste 3005, Miami, FL 33133-4225
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