James John Figge, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
James John Figge is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Fort Myers, FL with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 43 years in internal medicine, James John Figge, M.D. is a long-established endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist in Fort Myers. A Harvard Medical School graduate since 1983, he brings 43+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
8960 Colonial Center Dr Ste 202, Fort Myers, FL 33905-7810
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better41.9%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-40.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
265
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
529
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,492
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.71M
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 Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — 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 (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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.
$210 received from industry
11 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 James John Figge's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
Harvard Medical School
Board certified · Oct 5, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
Harvard Medical School (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
Po Box 2147, Fort Myers, FL 33902-2147
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 501324
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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 James John Figge for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Fort Myers 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 James John Figge
Dr. Figge is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Fort Myers, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (239) 343-9646.
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 James John Figge
Practice Location
8960 Colonial Center Dr Ste 202, Fort Myers, FL 33905-7810
Mailing Address
Po Box 2147, Fort Myers, FL 33902-2147
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