Lauren K. Schwartz, MD
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Lauren K. Schwartz is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in New York, NY with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lauren K. Schwartz, MD has practiced internal medicine for 24+ years, working in group practice. A Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University graduate since 2002, she brings 24+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 4021dNPPES updated 2015-05-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
232 E 30th St, New York, NY 10016-8202
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.86%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.8 pts)
5.86% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better68.8%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-14 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
41
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
44
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
512
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $823k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — 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.
$16.5k received from industry
82 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Lauren K. Schwartz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University
24 years in practice
Experienced
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
316 E 30th St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016-8366
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Lauren K. Schwartz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lauren K. Schwartz for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New York 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 Lauren K. Schwartz
Dr. Schwartz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 889-5544.
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 Lauren K. Schwartz
Practice Location
232 E 30th St, New York, NY 10016-8202
Mailing Address
316 E 30th St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016-8366
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