Lloyd Hugh Potter-Melendez, M.D.
Lloyd Hugh Potter-Melendez is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Hollywood, FL with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across FL can see Lloyd Hugh Potter-Melendez, M.D. in person in Hollywood or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Medical College of Pennsylvania graduate since 1990, he brings 36+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 42% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1628dNPPES updated 2021-12-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3341 Johnson St, Hollywood, FL 33021-5419
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.84%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
0.84% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.5%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
430
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
494
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,721
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $579k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ 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 (-6%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$19 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Lloyd Hugh Potter-Melendez's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
Medical College of Pennsylvania
Board certified · Dec 7, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Medical College of Pennsylvania (Class of 1990)
Mailing address
2900 Corporate Way Door D, Miramar, FL 33025-3925
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 501338
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Lloyd Hugh Potter-Melendez
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lloyd Hugh Potter-Melendez for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hollywood 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 Lloyd Hugh Potter-Melendez
Dr. Potter-Melendez is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hollywood, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (954) 265-3982.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3341 Johnson St, Hollywood, FL 33021-5419
Mailing Address
2900 Corporate Way Door D, Miramar, FL 33025-3925
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