Robin L Elkus, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Robin L Elkus is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Pontiac, MI with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CRITICAL CARE (INTENSIVISTS), INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across MI can see Robin L Elkus, M.D. in person in Pontiac or via virtual visit — no travel required. She graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 1987 and has 39+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 53% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2916dNPPES updated 2018-05-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
44555 Woodward Ave Ste 504, Pontiac, MI 48341
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.87%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan0.87% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
522
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
526
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,208
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.15M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+32%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$330 received from industry
21 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Robin L Elkus's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.79 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1987
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 1987)
Mailing address
44555 Woodward Ave Ste 504, Pontiac, MI 48341-5039
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Robin L Elkus
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robin L Elkus for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Pontiac 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 Robin L Elkus
Dr. Elkus is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pontiac, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 858-9624.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Robin L Elkus
Practice Location
44555 Woodward Ave Ste 504, Pontiac, MI 48341
Mailing Address
44555 Woodward Ave Ste 504, Pontiac, MI 48341-5039
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