Orion Maurice Howard, M.D.

Medical Oncology Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Orion Maurice Howard is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Bennington, VT with over 34 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(802) 447-1836Bennington, VT
Telehealth Available
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With over 34 years in internal medicine, Orion Maurice Howard, M.D. is a long-established medical oncology internal medicine specialist in Bennington. He graduated from Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University in 1992 and has 34+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 40% of reporting doctors in Vermont
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 11 Internal Medicine providers in VTSee all Internal Medicine in Bennington34+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5265dNPPES updated 2011-12-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice

Contact & Location

Practice Location

140 Hospital Dr, Bennington, VT 05201-5009

Fax: (802) 440-6097
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.14%

Vermont avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Vermont

2.14% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

55.7%

Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-27.1 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

372

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

146

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

655

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $4.03M

Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.

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.

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-5%)65%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-17%)53%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Cancer
Higher than avg (+28%)49%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-9%)40%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
29%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-7%)25%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-12%)22%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

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 · 1992

    Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University

  2. 34 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineMedical Oncology in BenningtonAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.

Taxonomy: 207RX0202X

Education & Training

Js Weill Medical College, Cornell University (Class of 1992)

Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Orion Maurice Howard

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Orion Maurice Howard for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Bennington 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 Orion Maurice Howard

NPI records show Dr. Howard as active with telehealth listed in Bennington, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 447-1836.

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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