Cedric Ortiguera, MD
Cedric Ortiguera is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Jacksonville, FL with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across FL can see Cedric Ortiguera, MD in person in Jacksonville or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 76.2/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 17% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2091dNPPES updated 2020-08-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202376.2/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-7.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
723
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescriptions Written
15
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $484
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 High Cholesterol, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ 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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
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 · 1994
Nyu Grossman School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 30, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Education & Training
New York University School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 511315
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Cedric Ortiguera
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cedric Ortiguera for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Jacksonville 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 Cedric Ortiguera
NPI records show Dr. Ortiguera as active with telehealth listed in Jacksonville, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (904) 953-2000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
4500 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224-1865
Mailing Address
4500 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224-1865
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