Robert A Poling, MD
With over 32 years in family medicine, Robert a Poling, MD is a long-established family medicine physician in Marco Island. A Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine graduate since 1994, he brings 32+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 840dNPPES updated 2024-01-17 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
606 Bald Eagle Dr Ste 302, Marco Island, FL 34145-2766
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 = better0.17%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Florida0.17% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.2%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.4 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,081
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,296
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
9,784
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $758k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$754 received from industry
36 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 Robert a Poling's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 16, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
2675 Winkler Ave Fl 2, Fort Myers, FL 33901-9342
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 501327
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Family Medicine Care With Robert a Poling
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert a Poling for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Marco Island 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 Robert a Poling
Dr. Poling is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Marco Island, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (239) 393-2200.
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 Robert a Poling
Practice Location
606 Bald Eagle Dr Ste 302, Marco Island, FL 34145-2766
Mailing Address
2675 Winkler Ave Fl 2, Fort Myers, FL 33901-9342
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