Robert William Santa-Cruz, M.D.
Robert William Santa-Cruz is an Urology specialist based in Palm Harbor, FL with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 28 years in urology, Robert William Santa-Cruz, M.D. is a long-established urologist in Palm Harbor. Trained at University of Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (class of 1998), he has been practicing for over 28 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 17% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 708dNPPES updated 2024-06-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
34041 Us 19 N Ste D, Palm Harbor, FL 34684-2648
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 = better4.1%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1 pts)
4.1% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.9%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.1 pts)
Top 10% of reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
465
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
134
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
366
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$25.2k received from industry
79 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 Robert William Santa-Cruz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 13, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
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 Miami, Lm Miller School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
Po Box 3239, Florence, SC 29502-3239
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 504016
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Urology Care With Robert William Santa-Cruz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert William Santa-Cruz for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Palm Harbor 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 William Santa-Cruz
Dr. Santa-Cruz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palm Harbor, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (727) 942-5189.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
34041 Us 19 N Ste D, Palm Harbor, FL 34684-2648
Mailing Address
Po Box 3239, Florence, SC 29502-3239
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