Howard Larry Mitchell, MD
With over 30 years in internal medicine, Howard Larry Mitchell, MD is a long-established internist in Lincoln. He graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 1996 and has 30+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in Nebraska
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in Nebraska
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4137dNPPES updated 2015-01-06 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
770 N Cotner Blvd Suite 220, Lincoln, NE 68505-2310
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 = better2.6%
Nebraska avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
2.6% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
Nebraska avg: 82.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in NebraskaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
509
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
535
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,883
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $578k
Percentile rankings compared against 123 reporting peers in Nebraska.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
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 Howard Larry Mitchell's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
University of Nebraska Medical Center
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
University of Nebraska College of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Howard Larry Mitchell
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Howard Larry Mitchell for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lincoln 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 Larry Mitchell
Dr. Mitchell is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lincoln, NE. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (402) 441-3400.
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 Howard Larry Mitchell
Practice Location
770 N Cotner Blvd Suite 220, Lincoln, NE 68505-2310
Mailing Address
770 N Cotner Blvd Suite 220, Lincoln, NE 68505-2310
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