Stephen Patterson, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Stephen Patterson, MD has practiced internal medicine for 34+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1992 and has 34+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 89.9/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 15% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Uses generic medications more than 23% of reporting doctors in Florida
- Federal MIPS score higher than 69% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 482dNPPES updated 2025-01-09 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1630 S Congress Ave Ste 200, Palm Springs, FL 33461-2171
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, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202389.9/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 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 = better4.91%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.2 pts)
4.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better80.6%
Florida avg: 83.2 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
398
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
233
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,100
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.41M
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 Cancer.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ 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%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$85 received from industry
4 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 Stephen Patterson's NPI.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Stephen Patterson, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1992
University of South Florida College of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 8, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
34 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
University of South Florida College of Medicine (Class of 1992)
Mailing address
Po Box 160748, Altamonte Springs, FL 32716-0748
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Veterans Administration
CMS Certification Number: 51002F
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Medical Oncology Care With Stephen Patterson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen Patterson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Palm Springs 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 Stephen Patterson
Dr. Patterson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palm Springs, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (561) 253-3980.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Stephen Patterson
Practice Location
1630 S Congress Ave Ste 200, Palm Springs, FL 33461-2171
Mailing Address
Po Box 160748, Altamonte Springs, FL 32716-0748
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine in Florida
See allJules Gary Minkes, D.O.
Miami, FL
Januariusz L Styperek, M.D.
Boynton Beach, FL
Joseph Griffin Spano, MD
Naples, FL