Stephen Patterson, MD

Medical Oncology Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

(561) 253-3980Palm Springs, FL
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

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
1 of 232 Internal Medicine providers in FLSee all Internal Medicine in Palm Springs34+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 482dNPPES updated 2025-01-09 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1630 S Congress Ave Ste 200, Palm Springs, FL 33461-2171

Fax: (569) 125-3398
CMS Clinical Data

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

2023

89.9/100

Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Florida

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

4.91%

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 = better

80.6%

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 volume

Prescription 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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+34%)55%

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

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-6%)43%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+6%)38%

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

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+2%)32%

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+8%)30%

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

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$85 received from industry

4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1992

    University of South Florida College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jan 8, 2025

    CMS-verified certification date

  3. 34 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineMedical Oncology in Palm SpringsAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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)

Practice Footprint

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

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Virtual 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.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

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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