Sugandh D Shetty, MD

Urology

Sugandh D Shetty is an Urology specialist based in Royal Oak, MI with over 52 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(248) 336-0123Royal Oak, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MI can see Sugandh D Shetty, MD in person in Royal Oak or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been in practice for 52+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 56% of reporting doctors in Michigan
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 142 Urology providers in MISee all Urology in Royal Oak52+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 6888dNPPES updated 2007-07-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

31157 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073-0926

Fax: (248) 336-3190
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

0.53%

Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Michigan

0.53% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

523

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

517

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

2,068

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $978k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.

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 Ischemic Heart Disease.

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

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+11%)43%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+22%)43%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+22%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-8%)41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

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

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+4%)38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
30%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%
Atrial Fibrillation
Lower than avg (-2%)20%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

Industry Payment Transparency

$845 received from industry

40 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Sugandh D Shetty's NPI.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.77 / 1.00

High vulnerability

He practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. 52 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

UrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.

Taxonomy: 208800000X

Virtual Urology Care With Sugandh D Shetty

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Sugandh D Shetty for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Royal Oak 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 Sugandh D Shetty

Dr. Shetty is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Royal Oak, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (248) 336-0123.

Verified across 7 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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