Dennis Warren Gaither, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Dennis Warren Gaither is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Mount Vernon, WA with over 47 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across WA can see Dennis Warren Gaither, M.D. in person in Mount Vernon or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1979 and has 47+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include schizophrenia, mood disorders, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.7%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.9 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
49
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
92
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,897
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $405k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-35%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-37%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$921 received from industry
27 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 Dennis Warren Gaither's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
University of Washington School of Medicine
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1979)
Mailing address
1512 S 11th St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274-5008
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Dennis Warren Gaither
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Dennis Warren Gaither for follow-up consultations, mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Mount Vernon 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 Dennis Warren Gaither
NPI records show Dr. Gaither as active with telehealth listed in Mount Vernon, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 419-3500.
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 Dennis Warren Gaither
Practice Location
1100 S 2nd St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273-4209
Mailing Address
1512 S 11th St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274-5008
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