Lawrence Michael Kutz, DO
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Lawrence Michael Kutz is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Sun City, AZ with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lawrence Michael Kutz, DO has practiced physical medicine & rehabilitation for 23+ years, working in group practice. With 23+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Sun City area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.63/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Federal MIPS score higher than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 785dNPPES updated 2024-03-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10494 W Thunderbird Blvd Ste 108, Sun City, AZ 85351-6122
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 77% of doctors in Arizona on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202387.63/100
Arizona avg: 77.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4 pts)
Better than 77% of MIPS-scored doctors in ArizonaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better56.24%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+51.1 pts)
56.24% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.2 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
472
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
408
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,611
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $85k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$378 received from industry
6 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 Lawrence Michael Kutz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 28, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
23 years in practice
Experienced
A physician 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: 2081P2900X
Mailing address
18444 N 25th Ave Ste 310, Phoenix, AZ 85023-1266
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Lawrence Michael Kutz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lawrence Michael Kutz for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sun City 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 Lawrence Michael Kutz
Dr. Kutz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sun City, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (866) 974-2673.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lawrence Michael Kutz
Practice Location
10494 W Thunderbird Blvd Ste 108, Sun City, AZ 85351-6122
Mailing Address
18444 N 25th Ave Ste 310, Phoenix, AZ 85023-1266
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