Erika Yamada, MD
Erika Yamada, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Yorktown Heights, NY. A Vanderbilt University School of Medicine graduate since 2001, she brings 25+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 30% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3526dNPPES updated 2016-09-09 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1940 Commerce St Caremount Medical, Pc, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598-4428
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.34%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
1.34% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.2%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
206
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
269
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,315
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $188k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 (-5%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Graduated medical school · 2001
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
25 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (Class of 2001)
Mailing address
110 S Bedford Rd Caremount Medical, Pc, Mount Kisco, NY 10549-3446
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Erika Yamada
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Erika Yamada for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Yorktown Heights 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 Erika Yamada
NPI records show Dr. Yamada as active with telehealth listed in Yorktown Heights, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (914) 241-1050.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Erika Yamada
Practice Location
1940 Commerce St Caremount Medical, Pc, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598-4428
Mailing Address
110 S Bedford Rd Caremount Medical, Pc, Mount Kisco, NY 10549-3446
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