Vincent Yen, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
With over 40 years in internal medicine, Vincent Yen, MD is a long-established endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist in New York. He graduated from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in 1986 and has 40+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1385dNPPES updated 2022-07-21 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.82%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
2.82% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better70.1%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-12.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
224
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
330
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,428
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.39M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$304 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low 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 2018, attributed to Vincent Yen's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.43 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine (Class of 1986)
Mailing address
1 Gustave L. Levy Place Box 3000, New York, NY 10029
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Vincent Yen
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vincent Yen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — 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 Vincent Yen
NPI records show Dr. Yen as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 420-4412.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Vincent Yen
Practice Location
317 E 17th St, New York, NY 10003-3804
Mailing Address
1 Gustave L. Levy Place Box 3000, New York, NY 10029
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