Howard J Van Gelder, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Howard J Van Gelder is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Valencia, CA with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CA can see Howard J Van Gelder, MD in person in Valencia or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been practicing since 2009 — over 19 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3544dNPPES updated 2016-09-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
23803 Mcbean Pkwy Ste 202, Valencia, CA 91355-2001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)
3% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
144
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
365
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,069
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2.38M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Arthritis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+24%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$351 received from industry
14 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Howard J Van Gelder's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
19 years in practice
Experienced
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
Po Box 9602, Mission Hills, CA 91346-9602
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Howard J Van Gelder
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Howard J Van Gelder for arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Valencia 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 J Van Gelder
Dr. Van Gelder is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Valencia, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (661) 481-2400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Howard J Van Gelder
Practice Location
23803 Mcbean Pkwy Ste 202, Valencia, CA 91355-2001
Mailing Address
Po Box 9602, Mission Hills, CA 91346-9602
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