Robert Lee Stephenson, M.D.
Robert Lee Stephenson is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Encinitas, CA with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 46 years in internal medicine, Robert Lee Stephenson, M.D. is a long-established internist in Encinitas. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1980 and has 46+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
320 Santa Fe Dr Suite 303, Encinitas, CA 92024-5138
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 = better1.99%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
1.99% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
547
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
661
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,783
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $886k
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 Diabetes.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.2k received from industry
53 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 Lee Stephenson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1980
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (Class of 1980)
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194088
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Robert Lee Stephenson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert Lee Stephenson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Encinitas 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 Lee Stephenson
NPI records show Dr. Stephenson as active with telehealth listed in Encinitas, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 943-6730.
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
320 Santa Fe Dr Suite 303, Encinitas, CA 92024-5138
Mailing Address
320 Santa Fe Dr Suite 303, Encinitas, CA 92024-5138
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