Robert Harris Shapiro, MD
Robert Harris Shapiro is an Urology specialist based in Oceanside, CA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 35 years in urology, Robert Harris Shapiro, MD is a long-established urologist in Oceanside. A University of Michigan Medical School graduate since 1991, he brings 35+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1233dNPPES updated 2023-01-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.7%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.9 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
192
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
345
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
837
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $115k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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 (-6%) — less common here
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — 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.
$2.4k received from industry
83 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 Harris Shapiro'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 Michigan Medical School
Board certified · Jan 6, 2023
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 Michigan Medical School (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
519 Pine Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008-3014
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190218
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Urology Care With Robert Harris Shapiro
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert Harris Shapiro for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Oceanside 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 Harris Shapiro
NPI records show Dr. Shapiro as active with telehealth listed in Oceanside, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 637-2500.
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
3609 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
Mailing Address
519 Pine Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008-3014
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