Eric S Sobel, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Eric S Sobel is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Gainesville, FL with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across FL can see Eric S Sobel, MD in person in Gainesville or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University in 1984 and has 42+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 78.19/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 36% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6670dNPPES updated 2008-02-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202378.19/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better8.26%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.2 pts)
8.26% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
276
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
185
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,416
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.11M
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1984
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
42 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
Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College of Med of Case Wstn Rsv University (Class of 1984)
Mailing address
Po Box 918025, Orlando, FL 32891-8025
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 510070
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Eric S Sobel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Eric S Sobel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gainesville 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 Eric S Sobel
Dr. Sobel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Gainesville, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (352) 273-5345.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Eric S Sobel
Practice Location
1600 Sw Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610-3003
Mailing Address
Po Box 918025, Orlando, FL 32891-8025
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