Michael Larry Cutler, M.D.
Adult Medicine Family Medicine
Michael Larry Cutler, M.D. has been part of the Poway medical community since 2007 in group practice. Trained at Tulane University School of Medicine (class of 1987), he has been practicing for over 39 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, schizophrenia, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 29% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3697dNPPES updated 2016-03-21 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
12285 Scripps Poway Pkwy Suite 103, Poway, CA 92064-6149
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 = better1.09%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California1.09% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better82.2%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
113
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
157
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,931
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $622k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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, Schizophrenia, and High Cholesterol.
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
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+30%) — 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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
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
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$100 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 Michael Larry Cutler's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
Tulane University School of Medicine
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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Taxonomy: 207QA0505X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
Po Box 17280 Suite 103, Belfast, ME 04915-4067
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 260078
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Larry Cutler for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Poway 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 Larry Cutler
NPI records show Dr. Cutler as active with telehealth listed in Poway, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 622-2773.
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 Larry Cutler
Practice Location
12285 Scripps Poway Pkwy Suite 103, Poway, CA 92064-6149
Mailing Address
Po Box 17280 Suite 103, Belfast, ME 04915-4067
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