Ernst Markus Klaus, MB.CHB., FRCPC RHEUM
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Ernst Markus Klaus is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Lutz, FL with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Ernst Markus Klaus, MB.CHB., FRCPC RHEUM practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Lutz, FL. With 26+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Lutz area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 678dNPPES updated 2024-07-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2965 Pearson James Place, Lutz, FL 33559
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.9%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.1 pts)
Better than 79% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
59
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
99
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
359
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $90k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (+2%) — 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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.7k received from industry
169 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 Ernst Markus Klaus's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jul 13, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
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
Mailing address
4443 Glenbrook Ln, Palm Harbor, FL 34683-1568
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 511303
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Ernst Markus Klaus
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ernst Markus Klaus for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Lutz 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 Ernst Markus Klaus
Dr. Klaus is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lutz, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (813) 214-5420.
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 Ernst Markus Klaus
Practice Location
2965 Pearson James Place, Lutz, FL 33559
Mailing Address
4443 Glenbrook Ln, Palm Harbor, FL 34683-1568
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