Frank A. Lastra, M.D.
Patients across FL can see Frank a. Lastra, M.D. in person in New Port Richey or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine graduate since 1990, he brings 36+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3544dNPPES updated 2016-08-22 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
8601 Easthaven Ct, New Port Richey, FL 34655-5214
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.73%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.4 pts)
0.73% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.2 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
269
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
611
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,100
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $479k
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%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — 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 (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ 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.
$18 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Frank a. Lastra's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (Class of 1990)
Mailing address
Po Box 10744, Clearwater, FL 33757-8744
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 510006
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Family Medicine Care With Frank a. Lastra
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Frank a. Lastra for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New Port Richey 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 Frank a. Lastra
NPI records show Dr. Lastra as active with telehealth listed in New Port Richey, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (727) 372-0096.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Frank a. Lastra
Practice Location
8601 Easthaven Ct, New Port Richey, FL 34655-5214
Mailing Address
Po Box 10744, Clearwater, FL 33757-8744
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