Ralph Tufano, M.D.
Ralph Tufano is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Sarasota, FL with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 31 years in otolaryngology, Ralph Tufano, M.D. is a long-established otolaryngology specialist in Sarasota. A State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine graduate since 1995, he brings 31+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 78.81/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 40% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1824dNPPES updated 2021-05-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1901 Floyd St Ste 304, Sarasota, FL 34239-2932
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida.
MIPS Score
202378.81/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
240
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePercentile 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 (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$99.2k received from industry
36 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very 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 Ralph Tufano's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Suny Buffalo
Board certified · May 25, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Mailing address
Po Box 863407, Orlando, FL 32886-3407
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Veterans Administration
CMS Certification Number: 51003F
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Otolaryngology Care With Ralph Tufano
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ralph Tufano for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sarasota 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 Ralph Tufano
Dr. Tufano is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sarasota, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (941) 261-0500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ralph Tufano
Practice Location
1901 Floyd St Ste 304, Sarasota, FL 34239-2932
Mailing Address
Po Box 863407, Orlando, FL 32886-3407
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