Mokenge Malafa, MD
Mokenge Malafa is a Surgery specialist based in Tampa, FL with over 40 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
Patients across FL can see Mokenge Malafa, MD in person in Tampa or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (class of 1986), he has been practicing for over 40 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 89.44/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 64% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6736dNPPES updated 2007-12-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
12902 Usf Magnolia Dr Mdc 44, Tampa, FL 33612-9416
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida.
MIPS Score
202389.44/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better52.4%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-30.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
101
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
22
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
63
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $15k
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 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 (+4%) — 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 (+13%) — 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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — 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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$331 received from industry
3 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 Mokenge Malafa's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
Po Box 917770, Orlando, FL 32891-7770
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 520113
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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 Mokenge Malafa for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Tampa 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 Mokenge Malafa
NPI records show Dr. Malafa as active with telehealth listed in Tampa, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (813) 745-1432.
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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Practice Location
12902 Usf Magnolia Dr Mdc 44, Tampa, FL 33612-9416
Mailing Address
Po Box 917770, Orlando, FL 32891-7770
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