Michael S Verwest, M.D.

Family Medicine

Michael S Verwest is a Family Medicine specialist based in Lehigh Acres, FL with over 42 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(239) 482-1010Lehigh Acres, FL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 42 years in family medicine, Michael S Verwest, M.D. is a long-established family medicine physician in Lehigh Acres. A University of South Florida College of Medicine graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in Florida
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,670 Family Medicine providers in FLSee all Family Medicine in Lehigh Acres42+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 2101dNPPES updated 2020-08-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

5700 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971-6355

Fax: (239) 481-1481
Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-8%)41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+1%)31%

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

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1984

    University of South Florida College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Aug 20, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 42 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

University of South Florida College of Medicine (Class of 1984)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

12730 New Brittany Blvd Ste 602, Fort Myers, FL 33907-4690

Differs from practice location

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michael S Verwest

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Michael S Verwest for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lehigh Acres required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Michael S Verwest

NPI records show Dr. Verwest as active with telehealth listed in Lehigh Acres, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (239) 482-1010.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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