Gary J. Horwitz, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Gary J. Horwitz, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 49+ years, working in independent practice. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1977 and has 49+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with anxiety, hypertension, and depression (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 86% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 547dNPPES updated 2024-11-05 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.2 pts)
Better than 86% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
34
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
85
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
862
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $72k
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 Anxiety Disorders, Hypertension, and Depression.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — 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 (-5%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 (-8%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Gary J. Horwitz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1977
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Board certified · Nov 4, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
49 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 Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 1977)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Gary J. Horwitz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gary J. Horwitz for anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring, depression management — no travel to Pittsford 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 Gary J. Horwitz
Dr. Horwitz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pittsford, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (585) 275-7301.
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 Gary J. Horwitz
Practice Location
179 Sullys Trl Ste 200, Pittsford, NY 14534-4500
Mailing Address
179 Sullys Trl Ste 200, Pittsford, NY 14534-4500
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