Daniel S Polster, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Daniel S Polster is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Middleburg Heights, OH with over 30 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Daniel S Polster, MD has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 30+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.32/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 94% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Federal MIPS score higher than 12% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
7265 Old Oak Blvd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130-3342
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202377.32/100
Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better98.3%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.5 pts)
Top 6% of reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
211
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
339
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,948
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $93k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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 Mood Disorders.
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
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 (+40%) — 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 (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$51 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Daniel S Polster's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 17, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
Po Box 638269, Cincinnati, OH 45263-2447
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Daniel S Polster
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Daniel S Polster for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Middleburg Heights 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 Daniel S Polster
Dr. Polster is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Middleburg Heights, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (440) 816-5790.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Daniel S Polster
Practice Location
7265 Old Oak Blvd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130-3342
Mailing Address
Po Box 638269, Cincinnati, OH 45263-2447
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