DR. DOUGLAS E. POLITZ M.D.
NPI 1194746966
Surgery in Tampa, FL

Q: What is Douglas Politz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Douglas Politz is 1194746966. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2006.

Q: What is Douglas Politz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Douglas Politz was last updated on May 19, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since July 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

409 BAYSHORE BLVD, TAMPA, FL 33606(813) 844-8335(813) 844-1655 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 19, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Douglas E. Politz M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. DOUGLAS E. POLITZ M.D. (NPI 1194746966) is an individual surgery provider in Tampa, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME 94991) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Josephs Hospital, and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194746966

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. DOUGLAS E. POLITZCredential: M.D.

Location Address409 BAYSHORE BLVDTampa, FL 33606-2707

Mailing AddressPo Box 1289Tampa, FL 33601-1289 · (813) 844-7000

Phone(813) 844-8335

Fax(813) 844-1655

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 1995

Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMay 19, 2022

NPPES CertifiedMay 19, 2022

✔ NPI 1194746966 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in FL · ME 94991

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

409 BAYSHORE BLVD, Tampa, FL 33606

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid01323079MS

Medicaid275035000FL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Douglas E. Politz M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7517921166

PECOS Enrollment IDI20060317000203

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Removal or exploration of parathyroid glands 60500

The procedure for removal or exploration of parathyroid glands involves a surgeon making a small incision in the neck to locate and remove one or more of the tiny parathyroid glands. These glands control calcium levels in the body. This procedure helps treat conditions like hyperparathyroidism.

111 services111 patients

Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 76536

An ultrasound scan of the head and neck soft tissue is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in these areas. It helps identify any abnormalities or issues, such as tumors, cysts, or infections. It's painless and doesn't involve radiation.

90 services89 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

77 services77 patients

Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442

This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.

27 services27 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

18 services18 patients

Removal or re-exploration of parathyroid glands 60502

This procedure involves the surgical removal or re-exploration of the parathyroid glands, which are small glands near your thyroid that control calcium levels in your body. It's typically performed when there's an issue affecting these glands' function.

14 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

St Josephs Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tampa, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number100075

Location3001 W Martin Luther King Jr BlvdTampa, FL 33677 · Hillsborough County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Morton Plant Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Clearwater, FL

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100127

Location300 Pinellas StClearwater, FL 33756 · Pinellas County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tampa General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tampa, FL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number100128

Location1 Tampa General CirTampa, FL 33606 · Hillsborough County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33606 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$87.62 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $171.84

Typical copayment $21.90 (range $14.00 – $42.96)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$70.04 typical visit price

range $17.57 – $139.16

Typical copayment $17.51 (range $4.39 – $34.79)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

Biopsy Follow-Up

Percentage of new patients whose biopsy results have been reviewed and communicated to the primary care/referring physician and patient by the performing physician

100%363 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

100%372 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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