Healthcare Providers in Sarasota, FL
6,255 providers found in Sarasota, FL.
Sarasota County · Population: 54,842
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State: FLCity: Sarasota
About healthcare in Sarasota, FL
Sarasota is a retirement and cultural hub that has built a remarkably deep healthcare infrastructure for a mid-size city. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is publicly owned, which means it reinvests in the community rather than sending profits elsewhere. That model, combined with the area's wealthy retiree base, has attracted specialists who might otherwise only practice in Tampa or Miami.
FindClarity lists 6,255 healthcare providers in Sarasota, FL. The city has a population of about 54,842. Sarasota is in Sarasota County County.
Sarasota Memorial's main campus anchors healthcare downtown, with Doctors Hospital of Sarasota providing a second option south of the city center. Lakewood Ranch Medical Center serves the fast-growing communities east of I-75. US-41 (the Tamiami Trail) is the primary north-south corridor connecting providers, and Bee Ridge Road serves as the main east-west medical corridor. Barrier island residents on Siesta Key and Longboat Key face bridge crossings that add 15 to 30 minutes.
Hospitals in the area include Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Doctors Hospital of Sarasota, and Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. Downtown Sarasota is the urban core near Sarasota Memorial Hospital, with specialist offices clustered along Main Street and Ringling Boulevard. St. Armands Circle is an upscale shopping and dining circle on the barrier island with boutique medical practices and proximity to Sarasota Memorial. Burns Court is a small arts-oriented neighborhood near downtown with walkable access to Sarasota Memorial and Doctors Hospital. Gillespie Park is a residential neighborhood just north of downtown with easy access to Sarasota Memorial's main campus.
Sarasota is home to University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee, Ringling College of Art and Design, and New College of Florida, which contribute to the local healthcare workforce.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital is a public, community-owned hospital system and one of the largest in Florida, consistently ranked among the best in the state.
Medicare dominates the Sarasota insurance market. Humana and UnitedHealthcare are the largest Medicare Advantage carriers. For the under-65 population, Florida Blue holds the largest market share, with Ambetter competing on price for ACA marketplace plans. Sarasota Memorial accepts nearly all insurance types, including traditional Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
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FindClarity currently lists 6,255 healthcare providers in Sarasota, FL. This includes doctors, therapists, dentists, and other specialists. The directory is updated regularly as new providers are added.
FindClarity covers a wide range of specialties in Sarasota, FL, including primary care physicians, dentists, therapists, psychologists, cardiologists, dermatologists, orthopedists, and many more. You can browse all available specialties or search for a specific type of provider.
Hospitals in the Sarasota, FL area include Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Doctors Hospital of Sarasota, and Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. Many providers listed on FindClarity are affiliated with these and other local hospitals. You can check a provider's hospital affiliations on their profile page.
Many providers in Sarasota, FL accept Florida Medicaid. You can use the insurance filter on FindClarity to find providers who accept Florida Medicaid and are currently taking new patients. Coverage and copays vary by plan type, so confirm details with the provider's office.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital is the dominant system, operating the main hospital, a cancer center, and a network of outpatient clinics. Doctors Hospital of Sarasota (HCA) and Lakewood Ranch Medical Center provide alternatives. Most local physicians are affiliated with Sarasota Memorial, though some specialists maintain privileges at multiple facilities.
Medicare is the primary insurance type in Sarasota County. Traditional Medicare with a Medigap supplement is widely accepted. Medicare Advantage plans from Humana, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna compete heavily in this market. For residents under 65, Florida Blue and Ambetter are the main ACA marketplace options.
Many providers in Sarasota, FL are accepting new patients. You can filter search results on FindClarity to show only providers currently accepting new patients. Availability changes frequently, so if a provider you are interested in is not currently accepting patients, check back or call their office to ask about waitlists.
Sarasota, FL is home to University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee, Ringling College of Art and Design, and New College of Florida. These institutions train physicians, dentists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Providers who trained locally often continue practicing in the area, contributing to the local healthcare workforce.
Yes. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is owned and operated by the Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, a special taxing district. This means it serves all patients regardless of ability to pay and reinvests revenue back into facilities and services rather than distributing profits to shareholders.
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard is the primary hospital serving the community. There are also numerous outpatient clinics, urgent care centers, and specialist offices along University Parkway and Lakewood Ranch Boulevard.
