Jacob Howard Cohen, M.D.
Jacob Howard Cohen is an Urology specialist based in Bronx, NY with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 22 years in urology, Jacob Howard Cohen, M.D. is a long-established urologist in Bronx. A University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine graduate since 2004, he brings 22+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 41% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 87% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4090dNPPES updated 2015-03-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
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 = better0.41%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New York0.41% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.5%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.7 pts)
Better than 87% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
80
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
430
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,674
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $380k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 Diabetes.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — 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 (+20%) — 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
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — 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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
22 years in practice
Experienced
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine (Class of 2004)
Virtual Urology Care With Jacob Howard Cohen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jacob Howard Cohen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Bronx 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 Jacob Howard Cohen
NPI records show Dr. Cohen as active with telehealth listed in Bronx, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (718) 960-1225.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1650 Selwyn Ave 4f, Bronx, NY 10457-7626
Mailing Address
1650 Selwyn Ave 4f, Bronx, NY 10457-7626
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