Nancy Carolyn Howanitz, MD
Nancy Carolyn Howanitz, MD has practiced dermatology for 51+ years, working in group practice. A Temple University School of Medicine graduate since 1975, she brings 51+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 76% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6884dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
700 White Plains Rd Ste 24, Scarsdale, NY 10583
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.6%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.8 pts)
Better than 76% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
987
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
356
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
787
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $120k
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%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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 · 1975
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
51 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Taxonomy: 207N00000X
Education & Training
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 1975)
Virtual Dermatology Care With Nancy Carolyn Howanitz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nancy Carolyn Howanitz for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Scarsdale 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 Nancy Carolyn Howanitz
Dr. Howanitz is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Scarsdale, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (914) 725-5150.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Nancy Carolyn Howanitz
Practice Location
700 White Plains Rd Ste 24, Scarsdale, NY 10583
Mailing Address
700 White Plains Rd Ste 24, Scarsdale, NY 10583
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