Michael Brucculeri, M.D.
Michael Brucculeri is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Clearwater, FL with over 25 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Brucculeri, M.D. has been part of the Clearwater medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2001 and has 25+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3757dNPPES updated 2016-02-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1055 S Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756-3905
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.19%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Florida0.19% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
1,301
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,159
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,249
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.66M
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 Chronic Kidney Disease.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — 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 (+23%) — 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 (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$5.7k received from industry
24 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Michael Brucculeri's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
25 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
14134 Nephron Ln, Hudson, FL 34667-6504
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Childrens
CMS Certification Number: 503300
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Michael Brucculeri
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Brucculeri for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Clearwater 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 Michael Brucculeri
Dr. Brucculeri is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Clearwater, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (727) 442-6245.
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 Michael Brucculeri
Practice Location
1055 S Fort Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756-3905
Mailing Address
14134 Nephron Ln, Hudson, FL 34667-6504
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