Pablo J Santamaria, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Pablo J Santamaria is an Urology specialist based in Augusta, GA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GENERAL SURGERY
Pablo J Santamaria, M.D., F.A.C.S. has been part of the Augusta medical community since 2006 in group practice. He graduated from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.82/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 91% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Federal MIPS score higher than 15% of MIPS-scored doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2199dNPPES updated 2020-05-15 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202377.82/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.12%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
≈ Same as national average
5.12% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.7%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Top 9% of reporting doctors in GeorgiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
415
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
138
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
391
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $31k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+4%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.8k received from industry
51 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Pablo J Santamaria's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1991
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
Board certified · May 14, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
1120 15th St Ste Bi1056, Augusta, GA 30912-0004
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Pablo J Santamaria
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Pablo J Santamaria for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Augusta 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 Pablo J Santamaria
NPI records show Dr. Santamaria as active with telehealth listed in Augusta, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (706) 721-8623.
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
1120 15th St, Augusta, GA 30912-7201
Mailing Address
1120 15th St Ste Bi1056, Augusta, GA 30912-0004
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