Stuart Bruce Krost, M.D.
Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Stuart Bruce Krost is a Pain Medicine Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation specialist based in Lake Worth, FL with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PAIN MANAGEMENT
Patients across FL can see Stuart Bruce Krost, M.D. in person in Lake Worth or via virtual visit — no travel required. A State University of Ny Upstate Medical University graduate since 1988, he brings 38+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 75/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 6% of MIPS-scored doctors in Florida
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 306dNPPES updated 2025-07-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Florida Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2290 10th Ave N Ste 201, Lake Worth, FL 33461-6609
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202375/100
Florida avg: 82.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-8.6 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better59.27%
Florida avg: 3.8 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+54.2 pts)
59.27% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
294
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
1,495
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
18,330
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.38M
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 (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$4.1k received from industry
121 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 Stuart Bruce Krost's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University
Board certified · Jul 6, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A physician who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs may also be coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 2081P2900X
Education & Training
State University of Ny Upstate Medical University (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
10394 La Reina Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33446-2723
Differs from practice location
Virtual Pain Medicine Care With Stuart Bruce Krost
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Stuart Bruce Krost for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lake Worth 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 Stuart Bruce Krost
NPI records show Dr. Krost as active with telehealth listed in Lake Worth, FL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (561) 296-2220.
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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Contact Stuart Bruce Krost
Practice Location
2290 10th Ave N Ste 201, Lake Worth, FL 33461-6609
Mailing Address
10394 La Reina Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33446-2723
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