Teodor Cristian Pitea, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Teodor Cristian Pitea is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Sun City West, AZ with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Teodor Cristian Pitea, MD runs an independent gastroenterologist practice in Sun City West, AZ. With 27+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Sun City West area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 30% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5030dNPPES updated 2012-08-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arizona Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
14416 W Meeker Blvd Bldg C, Sun City West, AZ 85375-5284
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.5%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
762
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
187
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
330
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $39k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — 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 (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$689 received from industry
19 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 Teodor Cristian Pitea's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
27 years in practice
Experienced
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 100006
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Teodor Cristian Pitea
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Teodor Cristian Pitea for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Sun City West 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 Teodor Cristian Pitea
NPI records show Dr. Pitea as active with telehealth listed in Sun City West, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (623) 302-3054.
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 Teodor Cristian Pitea
Practice Location
14416 W Meeker Blvd Bldg C, Sun City West, AZ 85375-5284
Mailing Address
14416 W Meeker Blvd Bldg C, Sun City West, AZ 85375-5284
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