Victor Alex Howard, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Victor Alex Howard is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Lexington, KY with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Victor Alex Howard, M.D. has been part of the Lexington medical community since 2011 in group practice. A West Virginia University School of Medicine graduate since 2011, he brings 15+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 95.51/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 38% of MIPS-scored doctors in Kentucky
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1993dNPPES updated 2020-12-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1720 Nicholasville Rd Ste 302, Lexington, KY 40503-1457
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202395.51/100
Kentucky avg: 90.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
335
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
532
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,043
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $766k
Percentile rankings compared against 922 reporting peers in Kentucky.
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 Arthritis.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.9k received from industry
157 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Victor Alex Howard's NPI.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Victor Alex Howard, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
West Virginia University School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 6, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
15 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
West Virginia University School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
230 Lexington Green Cir Ste 600, Lexington, KY 40503-3326
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Victor Alex Howard
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Victor Alex Howard for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lexington 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 Victor Alex Howard
NPI records show Dr. Howard as active with telehealth listed in Lexington, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (859) 276-4382.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Victor Alex Howard
Practice Location
1720 Nicholasville Rd Ste 302, Lexington, KY 40503-1457
Mailing Address
230 Lexington Green Cir Ste 600, Lexington, KY 40503-3326
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine in Kentucky
See allAbdul M Memon, MD
Louisville, KY
John Wade Mckeown, MD
Lexington, KY
Edward James Dunn, M.D.
Louisville, KY