Douglas E. Politz, M.D.
Douglas E. Politz is a Surgery specialist based in Tampa, FL with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 31 years in surgery, Douglas E. Politz, M.D. is a long-established surgery specialist in Tampa. A Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
409 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606-2707
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Medicare Patients
215
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
20
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
41
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $516
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$294 received from industry
7 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 Douglas E. Politz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
Board certified · May 18, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 1289, Tampa, FL 33601-1289
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 511304
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Douglas E. Politz for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tampa 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 Douglas E. Politz
NPI records show Dr. Politz as active with telehealth listed in Tampa, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (813) 844-8335.
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 Douglas E. Politz
Practice Location
409 Bayshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606-2707
Mailing Address
Po Box 1289, Tampa, FL 33601-1289
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