George Langstroth Cowan, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Patients across SC can see George Langstroth Cowan, M.D. in person in Florence or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med in 2005 and has 21+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, depression, and anxiety (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 49% of reporting doctors in South Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1065dNPPES updated 2023-06-06 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
523 S Dargan St, Florence, SC 29506-2549
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.5%
South Carolina avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in South CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
40
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
77
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,469
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $207k
Percentile rankings compared against 605 reporting peers in South Carolina.
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, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Patterns of thinking and behavior that differ significantly from social expectations
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$611 received from industry
52 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 George Langstroth Cowan's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med
Board certified · Jun 5, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
21 years in practice
Experienced
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
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
680 Borkowitz Rd, Scranton, SC 29591-5188
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With George Langstroth Cowan
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with George Langstroth Cowan for cholesterol management, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Florence 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 George Langstroth Cowan
Dr. Cowan is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Florence, SC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (843) 503-1235.
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 George Langstroth Cowan
Practice Location
523 S Dargan St, Florence, SC 29506-2549
Mailing Address
680 Borkowitz Rd, Scranton, SC 29591-5188
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