Vincent Abenante, MD
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Vincent Abenante is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Manahawkin, NJ with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE
Patients across NJ can see Vincent Abenante, MD in person in Manahawkin or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at State University of New York Downstate Medical Center (class of 1995), he has been practicing for over 31 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 48% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in New Jersey
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1173dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
588 E Bay Ave Suite 1, Manahawkin, NJ 08050-3392
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202318.67/100
New Jersey avg: 83.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-64.9 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.54%
New Jersey avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New Jersey0.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.9%
New Jersey avg: 82.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.1 pts)
Better than 79% of reporting doctors in New JerseyHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
351
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
471
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,336
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $387k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,091 reporting peers in New Jersey.
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%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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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 · 1995
Suny Downstate Health Sciences University
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center (Class of 1995)
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Vincent Abenante
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vincent Abenante for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Manahawkin 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 Vincent Abenante
Dr. Abenante is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Manahawkin, NJ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (609) 489-0220.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Vincent Abenante
Practice Location
588 E Bay Ave Suite 1, Manahawkin, NJ 08050-3392
Mailing Address
588 E Bay Ave Suite 1, Manahawkin, NJ 08050-3392
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