VARA VENKATA PADMA KAMALA KUMARI PONNADA MD
NPI 1093076671
Internal Medicine in Waterloo, IA

Active since May 31, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
146 W DALE ST, SUITE 201, WATERLOO, IA 50703(319) 235-3838(319) 235-5078 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 18, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Kumari Ponnada Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

VARA VENKATA PADMA KAMALA KUMARI PONNADA MD (NPI 1093076671) is an individual internal medicine provider in Waterloo, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (39962) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093076671
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameVARA VENKATA PADMA KAMALA KUMARI PONNADACredential: MD
Location Address146 W DALE ST, SUITE 201Waterloo, IA 50703-1901
Mailing Address146 W Dale St, Suite 201Waterloo, IA 50703-1901 · (319) 235-3838 · Fax (319) 235-5078
Fax(319) 235-5078
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateMay 31, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 18, 2018
NPI 1093076671 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in IA · 39962
Definition

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 39962 (IA)
146 W DALE ST, Waterloo, IA 50703

Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Vara Venkata Ponnada Md

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Kumari Ponnada Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8628228293
PECOS Enrollment IDI20121017000807
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
372 services180 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
113 services66 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
92 services91 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
59 services58 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with supervision by physician 93016
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG involves monitoring your heart's activity while it's under stress, either from exercise or medication. A doctor supervises the entire procedure to ensure safety and accuracy in results. This test helps detect heart problems.
49 services49 patients
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician 93018
An exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG is a procedure to assess how your heart functions under stress. It can involve exercising or medication to make your heart work harder while an ECG records its activity. A physician reviews the results.
49 services49 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Waterloo, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number160067
Location3421 West Ninth StreetWaterloo, IA 50702 · Black Hawk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Allen Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Waterloo, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160110
Location1825 Logan AvenueWaterloo, IA 50703 · Black Hawk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Grundy County Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Grundy Center, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number161303
Location201 East J AvenueGrundy Center, IA 50638 · Grundy County
Emergency services

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Humboldt, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number161334
Location1000 North 15th StreetHumboldt, IA 50548 · Humboldt County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50703 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.05 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Internal Medicine
146 W DALE ST, SUITE 201
WATERLOO, IA 50703
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
146 W DALE ST, SUITE 101
WATERLOO, IA 50703
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
146 W DALE ST, STE 101
WATERLOO, IA 50703
Advanced Practice Midwife
146 W DALE ST, SUITE 102
WATERLOO, IA 50703
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
146 W DALE ST, SUITE 102
WATERLOO, IA 50703
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
146 W DALE ST, SUITE 101
WATERLOO, IA 50703
Nurse Practitioner
146 W DALE ST, SUITE 201
WATERLOO, IA 50703
Social Worker
146 W DALE ST, STE 101
WATERLOO, IA 50703

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada is 1093076671. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 31, 2012. The provider is also known as Vara Venkata Ponnada MD.

Where is Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada located?

Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada practices at 146 W Dale St Suite 201, Waterloo, IA 50703. The listed phone number is (319) 235-3838.

What is Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada accept?

Health plans from Medica list Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada is affiliated with Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center, Allen Hospital, Grundy County Memorial Hospital and Humboldt County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vara Venkata Padma Ponnada was last updated on January 18, 2018. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.