Howard Kenneth Herman, M.D.
Howard Kenneth Herman, M.D. practices as part of a group otolaryngology specialist practice in Stockbridge, GA. He graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 28% of reporting doctors in Georgia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1547dNPPES updated 2022-02-09 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
830 Eagles Landing Pkwy Ste 102, Stockbridge, GA 30281-7366
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202328.5/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-55.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.01%
Georgia avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)
3.01% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
550
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
348
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
929
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $29k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.4k received from industry
17 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 Howard Kenneth Herman's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1988
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 8, 2022
CMS-verified certification date
38 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 1988)
Mailing address
1240 Highway 54 W Bldg 700 Ste 710, Fayetteville, GA 30214-4565
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Howard Kenneth Herman
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Howard Kenneth Herman for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Stockbridge 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 Howard Kenneth Herman
NPI records show Dr. Herman as active with telehealth listed in Stockbridge, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 389-0000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Howard Kenneth Herman
Practice Location
830 Eagles Landing Pkwy Ste 102, Stockbridge, GA 30281-7366
Mailing Address
1240 Highway 54 W Bldg 700 Ste 710, Fayetteville, GA 30214-4565
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