Julia Cristina Sanchez, MD
Pain Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology
Julia Cristina Sanchez is a Pain Medicine Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Coral Gables, FL with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE, NEUROLOGY, PAIN MANAGEMENT, PSYCHIATRY
Julia Cristina Sanchez, MD has been part of the Coral Gables medical community since 2008 in group practice. She has been in practice for 22+ years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 81.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 72% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 43% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202381.31/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better43.11%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+38 pts)
43.11% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.3%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.5 pts)
Better than 72% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
166
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
140
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
566
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $52k
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 Mood Disorders.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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 (+24%) — 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 (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Oct 21, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
22 years in practice
Experienced
A neurologist, child neurologists or psychiatrist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2084P2900X
Mailing address
5426 Bay Center Dr Suite 300, Tampa, FL 33609-3444
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 510029
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Julia Cristina Sanchez
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Julia Cristina Sanchez for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Coral Gables 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 Julia Cristina Sanchez
Dr. Sanchez is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Coral Gables, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (786) 439-1200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Julia Cristina Sanchez
Practice Location
401 Sw 42nd Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134-1938
Mailing Address
5426 Bay Center Dr Suite 300, Tampa, FL 33609-3444
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