Craig James Philhower, FNP-C
Craig James Philhower is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Arlington, VA with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Craig James Philhower, FNP-C has been part of the Arlington medical community since 2016 in group practice. With 10+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Arlington area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 81% of reporting doctors in Virginia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
950 N Glebe Rd Ste 4000, Arlington, VA 22203-1824
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.7%
Virginia avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.9 pts)
Better than 81% of reporting doctors in VirginiaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
320
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
279
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
398
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $10k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,357 reporting peers in Virginia.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Aug 19, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LF0000X
Mailing address
11186 Wheeler Ridge Dr, Manassas, VA 20109-5708
Differs from practice location
Virtual Nursing Care With Craig James Philhower
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Craig James Philhower for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Arlington 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 Craig James Philhower
NPI records show Dr. Philhower as active with telehealth listed in Arlington, VA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (571) 366-8850.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Craig James Philhower
Practice Location
950 N Glebe Rd Ste 4000, Arlington, VA 22203-1824
Mailing Address
11186 Wheeler Ridge Dr, Manassas, VA 20109-5708
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