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Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD

Accepting New Patients

(482 Ratings)

Specializes in: Family Medicine

Professional interests include: eczema, arthritis, immunization (preventive vaccines), and more.

2700 Ne 14th Street Causeway Suite 103
Pompano Beach, FL 33062

(954) 942-8177

Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Pompano Beach, FL specializing in family medicine. Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital.

Office Locations

2700 Ne 14th Street Causeway Suite 103
Pompano Beach, FL 33062

(954) 942-8177

(954) 942-1819

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2850 N Federal Highway 2nd Floor
Pompano Beach, FL 33064

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Some issues Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD can help you with:

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
Unusual sleep or eating habits
Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Physical aches and pains
Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, or a grinding sensation in the shoulder. Some patients may hear a clicking or popping noise, and all symptoms are more noticeable when moving. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions joints becomes damaged.

Normally, when two bones come together inside a joint, they are separated by a layer of tough, smooth cartilage. The cartilage allows the bones to glide across each other, which makes movement easier. Cartilage can be damaged by an injury, by an illness such as rheumatoid arthritis, or by simple wear and tear (osteoarthritis). In the shoulder, the two joints most commonly affected are the AC joint (where the shoulder blade and collarbone connect at the outside edge of the shoulder), and the glenohumeral joint (where the arm bone meets the shoulder blade).

Treatment for shoulder arthritis may include:

Ice and rest
Exercise and physical therapy
Over-the-counter pain medications
Corticosteroid injections
Surgery

Surgical treatments include the removal of inflamed tissue and joint reconstruction. The type of arthritis and severity of the damage will determine which treatment is most appropriate.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	620

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	638

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	171

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	211
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	111
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	56
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2013

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	624

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	170

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	200
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	121
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	50
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2014

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	21
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	653

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	352

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	424
Black	0
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	270
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	102
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2015

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pompano Beach, FL during 2016 were preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	671
preventive care	11

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	196

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	215
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	139
From 75 to 84	56
85 and over	54
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2016

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	24
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	686

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	69
Female	183

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	214
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	129
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	45
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2017

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	24
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	861

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	232

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	274
Black	0
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	164
From 75 to 84	107
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2018

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	924

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	259

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	316
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	192
From 75 to 84	108
85 and over	49
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2019

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	953

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	251

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	317
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	182
From 75 to 84	117
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2020

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	801

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	237

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	289
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	108
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2021

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	19
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	760

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	85
Female	229

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	273
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	162
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	32
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Pompano Beach, FL were preventive care.

doctor visit	744
preventive care	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	207

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	248
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	10
Other	5

**Age**
75 to 84	65
85 and over	35
Less than 65	5
65 to 74	149

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	10
Dementia	8

Education & Training

She completed residency at St. Luke's Hospital. She is certified by the Family Medicine, Family Medicine, American Board and has a state license in Florida.

Residency: St. Luke's Hospital (2003)

Board Certification: Family Medicine, Family Medicine, American Board (2003)

Licensed In: Florida

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Holy Cross Hospital

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Coventry, Railroad Medicare, Medicare Advantage, AvMed, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA HMO, Medicare, Medicaid, Florida Blue BCBS Commercial HMO/PPO, United/Neighborhood Health HMO/PPO and Aetna Commercial HMO/PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

TRICARE

Cigna

Coventry

Railroad Medicare

Medicare Advantage

AvMed

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA HMO

Medicare

Medicaid

Florida Blue BCBS Commercial HMO/PPO

United/Neighborhood Health HMO/PPO

Aetna Commercial HMO/PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 482 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Pompano Beach, FL.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Clarissa Oliveira Harris, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$1,770 Ozempic $619	Saxenda $502	RYBELSUS $334	Wegovy $122	Tresiba $93	Other $100
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$1,448 XARELTO $903	INVOKANA $509	INVOKAMET $30	$6
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$1,327 FARXIGA $681	BREZTRI $289	BYDUREON PEN $109	BYDUREON WEEKLY $82	ONGLYZA $66	Other $99
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$1,286 JARDIANCE $427	STIOLTO RESPIMAT $384	SPIRIVA RESPIMAT $163	SYNJARDY $112	TRIJARDY XR $50	Other $150
Amarin Pharma Inc.	$947 Vascepa $947
Other	$7,672 TRELEGY ELLIPTA $318	Prolia $313	ELIQUIS $298	Repatha $282	COLOGUARD $278	Other $6,182

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$13,903
Education	$547

Biography

Dr. Clarissa Harris is a family medicine specialist in Pompano Beach, FL. Patient ratings for Dr. Harris average 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Harris include nasal congestion (stuffy nose), runner's knee (patellofemoral syndrome), and amenorrhea (missed periods). She accepts AvMed, Coventry, and Cigna, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Harris trained at St. Luke's Hospital for her residency. She is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital. She has an open panel in Pompano Beach, FL according to Holy Cross Hospital.