Howard C. Yang, M.D.
Howard C. Yang is a Family Medicine specialist based in Lutherville, MD with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Howard C. Yang, M.D. has been part of the Lutherville medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at Washington University School of Medicine (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Maryland
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1327dNPPES updated 2022-10-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maryland Board of Physicians
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 = better2.03%
Maryland avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
2.03% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90%
Maryland avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MarylandHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
358
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
483
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,851
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $423k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,391 reporting peers in Maryland.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — 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.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.45 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
Board certified · Oct 4, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Washington University School of Medicine (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
6201 Greenleigh Ave, Middle River, MD 21220-2004
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Howard C. Yang
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Howard C. Yang for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lutherville 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 C. Yang
Dr. Yang is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lutherville, MD. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (410) 847-3535.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Howard C. Yang
Practice Location
10751 Falls Rd Ste 304, Lutherville, MD 21093-4551
Mailing Address
6201 Greenleigh Ave, Middle River, MD 21220-2004
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