Sara Michelle Downs, D.O.
Sara Michelle Downs, D.O. runs an independent internist practice in Pinellas Park, FL. With 22+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Pinellas Park area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 45% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 57% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4339dNPPES updated 2014-06-19 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
10707 66th St N Ste a, Pinellas Park, FL 33782-2353
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 = better0.3%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Florida0.3% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.4%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in FloridaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
205
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
350
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,344
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $336k
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$894 received from industry
38 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 Sara Michelle Downs's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
22 years in practice
Experienced
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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 510023
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Sara Michelle Downs
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sara Michelle Downs for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Pinellas Park 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 Sara Michelle Downs
NPI records show Dr. Downs as active with telehealth listed in Pinellas Park, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (727) 544-8300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sara Michelle Downs
Practice Location
10707 66th St N Ste a, Pinellas Park, FL 33782-2353
Mailing Address
10707 66th St N Ste a, Pinellas Park, FL 33782-2353
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