Joseph W. Poitier
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
With over 46 years in psychiatry & neurology, Joseph W. Poitier is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in North Miami. He graduated from University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine in 1980 and has 46+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, hypertension, and depression (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 337dNPPES updated 2025-06-03 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
12955 Biscayne Blvd Ste 320, North Miami, FL 33181-2022
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.2 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
179
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
444
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,033
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $280k
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 Mood Disorders, Hypertension, and Depression.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$334 received from industry
16 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 Joseph W. Poitier's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 2, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (Class of 1980)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Joseph W. Poitier
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph W. Poitier for mood disorder follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, depression management — no travel to North Miami 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 Joseph W. Poitier
NPI records show Dr. Poitier as active with telehealth listed in North Miami, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (305) 895-3231.
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 Joseph W. Poitier
Practice Location
12955 Biscayne Blvd Ste 320, North Miami, FL 33181-2022
Mailing Address
12955 Biscayne Blvd Ste 320, North Miami, FL 33181-2022
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