Franz Josef Plum, M.D.

Family Medicine

(352) 795-0644Crystal River, FL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Franz Josef Plum, M.D. has practiced family medicine for 19+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Florida State University College of Medicine in 2007 and has 19+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in Florida
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,670 Family Medicine providers in FLSee all Family Medicine in Crystal River19+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 1804dNPPES updated 2021-06-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1250 N Vantage Point Dr, Crystal River, FL 34429-5736

Fax: (352) 795-5950
Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+4%)53%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+5%)37%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

COPD
Higher than avg (+10%)30%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
29%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)28%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2007

    Florida State University College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 1, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 19 years in practice

    Experienced

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Florida State University College of Medicine (Class of 2007)

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Franz Josef Plum

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Franz Josef Plum for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Crystal River required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franz Josef Plum

NPI records show Dr. Plum as active with telehealth listed in Crystal River, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (352) 795-0644.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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