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Dr. Vincent Yen, MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology
UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School
Professional interests include: bone diseases, consultation, pituitary disorders, and more.
226 West 14th Street
New York, NY 10011

Dr. Vincent Yen, MD is an endocrinologist in New York, NY specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Vincent Yen, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System.

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Office Locations

Mount Sinai Health System

226 West 14th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 604-1800
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317 E 17th Street
New York, NY 10003
(212) 420-4412
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Some issues Dr. Vincent Yen, MD can help you with:

LGBT Issues

LGBT stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender, and is indicative of a greater spectrum of different sexualities and genders that some people may identify with. LGBT issues are issues that LGBT people may face in their daily life, affecting children, adolescents, and adults. Adverse experiences and stigmas may contribute to depression, anxiety, and undue stress in LGBT people. Common LGBT issues may include:

  • Harassment and bullying
  • Social rejection
  • Higher risk of suicide

Healthcare providers are working to provide more inclusive care for people of all sexual orientations and identities. Some choose to address LGBT issues through procedures such as chest reconstruction, facial feminization surgery, masculinization surgery, and glottoplasty (surgery to raise the pitch of one's voice). Sensitive OB-GYN care and hormone therapy may also be options for people with LGBT issues.

LGBT therapy can also help people navigate LGBT issues and mental health problems. LGBT affirmative therapy specializes in creating "affirmative" spaces for people who are LGBT. LGBT affirmative therapists use patients' preferred pronouns, address homophobia and social biases, and act as LGBT advocates in their talk therapy sessions.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

  • Weight gain
  • Acne
  • Facial or body hair
  • Thinning head hair
  • Missing or irregular periods
  • Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

  • Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
  • Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
  • Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
  • Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
  • Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
  • Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
  • Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2012 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 649
preventive care 37
vaccines 37

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2013 were lab tests, diabetes management, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 51
doctor visit 584
lab tests 51
preventive care 31
vaccines 31

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 91
Female 112
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 130
Black 25
Hispanic 35
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 91
From 75 to 84 62
85 and over 21
Less than 65 29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2013

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 53
Dementia 8
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2014 were preventive care, vaccines, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management 14
doctor visit 554
lab tests 14
preventive care 25
vaccines 25

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 84
Female 122
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 127
Black 31
Hispanic 31
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 89
From 75 to 84 57
85 and over 21
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2014

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 50
Dementia 6
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2015 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 21
doctor visit 587
preventive care 12
vaccines 12

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 178
Female 248
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 270
Black 48
Hispanic 78
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 172
From 75 to 84 140
85 and over 60
Less than 65 54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2015

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 55
Dementia 8
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2016 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 299
doctor visit 566

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 88
Female 133
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 148
Black 21
Hispanic 37
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 102
From 75 to 84 66
85 and over 26
Less than 65 27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2016

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 51
Dementia 7
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2017 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 241
doctor visit 606
preventive care 36
vaccines 36

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 94
Female 126
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 151
Black 18
Hispanic 36
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 101
From 75 to 84 65
85 and over 27
Less than 65 27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2017

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 55
Dementia 9
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2018 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 589
preventive care 36
vaccines 36

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 101
Female 118
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 143
Black 25
Hispanic 35
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 103
From 75 to 84 66
85 and over 24
Less than 65 26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2018

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 58
Dementia 11
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 583

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 99
Female 120
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 148
Black 25
Hispanic 29
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 115
From 75 to 84 63
85 and over 25
Less than 65 16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2019

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 58
Dementia 12
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2020 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 22
doctor visit 436

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 94
Female 106
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 127
Black 26
Hispanic 28
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 104
From 75 to 84 59
85 and over 24
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2020

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 73
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 41
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 57
Dementia 9
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2021 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 276
doctor visit 506

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 91
Female 116
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 133
Black 30
Hispanic 27
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 103
From 75 to 84 68
85 and over 23
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2021

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 71
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 22
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 58
Dementia 7
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY during 2022 were blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 330
doctor visit 567
preventive care 11
vaccines 11

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 104
Female 119
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 144
Black 29
Hispanic 27
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 108
From 75 to 84 76
85 and over 26
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 26
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 61
Dementia 6
Cancer 21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated as an endocrinologist in New York, NY were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and preventive care.

blood draw 198
diabetes management 32
doctor visit 566
lab tests 32
preventive care 26
vaccines 26

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD.

Gender
Male 93
Female 120
Ethnicity
Black / African American 25
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 138
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 33
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 65
85 and over 25
Less than 65 23
65 to 74 98

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Vincent Yen, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 9
Osteoporosis 15
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 50
Atrial Fibrillation 5
Dementia 7
Cancer 13

Education & Training

Dr. Vincent Yen, MD graduated from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School. He completed residency at Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers. He has a state license in New York.

Medical School: UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School

Residency: Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Vincent Yen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Sinai Health System

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Vincent Yen, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, 1199SEIU, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), EmblemHealth, MagnaCare, Oscar, United Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Elderplan, Medicare - NY, AETNA - Medicare, Centivo, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, AETNA - Commercial and Medicare - NJ.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Vincent Yen, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Cigna
1199SEIU
Group Health Incorporated (GHI)
EmblemHealth
MagnaCare
Oscar
United Healthcare
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
Elderplan
Medicare - NY
AETNA - Medicare
Centivo
Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
AETNA - Commercial
Medicare - NJ

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Vincent Yen, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 1362 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Vincent Yen, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Vincent Yen, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Lilly USA, LLC $412 HUMULIN
$132 		TRULICITY
$98
$182
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC $392 TOUJEO
$392
Novo Nordisk Inc $352 Tresiba
$155 		Ozempic
$121 		RYBELSUS
$61
$14
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. $294 Minimed 630G
$263 		Minimed 670G System
$31
INSULET CORPORATION $207 Omnipod
$207
Other $515 BYDUREON
$108 		KYNAMRO
$103 		FARXIGA
$101 		AFREZZA
$59 		InPen
$39 		Other
$104
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $2,051
Education $61
Gift $59

Biography

Dr. Vincent Yen is a specialist in adult endocrinology. He works in New York, NY. Dr. Yen studied medicine at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School. For his professional training, Dr. Yen completed a residency program at Saint Vincent Catholic Medical Centers. Areas of expertise for Dr. Yen include vitamin D deficiency, gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy), and swollen lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy). His patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He accepts several insurance carriers, including MagnaCare, Blue California, and Elderplan. Dr. Yen's hospital/clinic affiliations include Mount Sinai Beth Israel and Mount Sinai Brooklyn. Mount Sinai Health System reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in New York, NY.

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