John Howard Deines, M.D.

Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology

(607) 733-5696Elmira, NY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 42 years in psychiatry & neurology, John Howard Deines, M.D. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Elmira. He graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 1984 and has 42+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and hypertension (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 89% of reporting doctors in New York
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,076 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in NYSee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Elmira42+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 3520dNPPES updated 2016-09-15 · verify on CMS

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1019 E Water St, Elmira, NY 14901-3332

Patient Condition Panel

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 Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.

Mood Disorders
72%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+33%)67%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-17%)53%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here

Depression
Higher than avg (+17%)49%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-23%)47%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here

Schizophrenia
44%

A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior

Bipolar Disorder
30%

A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows

Tobacco Use Disorder
30%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1984

    University of Nebraska College of Medicine

  2. 42 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.

Taxonomy: 2084P0800X

Education & Training

University of Nebraska College of Medicine (Class of 1984)

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With John Howard Deines

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with John Howard Deines for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Elmira required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

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Common questions about John Howard Deines

NPI records show Dr. Deines as active with telehealth listed in Elmira, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (607) 733-5696.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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