Saira H Alikhan, MD
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across FL can see Saira H Alikhan, MD in person in Fort Myers or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Emory University School of Medicine (class of 1998), she has been practicing for over 28 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.39/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 16% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 58% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 568dNPPES updated 2024-10-15 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
9981 S Healthpark Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908-3618
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Florida, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202385.39/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in FloridaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.35%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.8 pts)
4.35% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
476
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
154
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
276
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $12k
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 (+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 (+16%) — 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 (+22%) — 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 (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — 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 (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$245 received from industry
2 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 Saira H Alikhan's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Emory University School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 14, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
28 years in practice
Experienced
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Taxonomy: 208M00000X
Education & Training
Emory University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
Po Box 2147, Fort Myers, FL 33902-2147
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 501324
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Saira H Alikhan for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Fort Myers 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 Saira H Alikhan
Dr. Alikhan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Fort Myers, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (239) 343-2052.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
9981 S Healthpark Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908-3618
Mailing Address
Po Box 2147, Fort Myers, FL 33902-2147
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