GEETHA VARMA M.D
NPI 1740287978
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Salinas, CA
NPI Status: Active since July 01, 2005
Contact Information
505 E ROMIE LN
A
SALINAS, CA
ZIP 93901
Phone: (831) 755-1701
Fax: (831) 755-1702
- Individual
- Female
- Years of Experience 36
- Internal Medicine
- Hematology & Oncology
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About GEETHA VARMA
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Geetha Varma, an internist established in Salinas, California with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in hematology & oncology and more than 36 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1740287978 assigned on July 2005. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RH0003X with license number C51653 (CA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 11 years ago.
- NPI
- 1740287978
- Provider Name
- GEETHA VARMA M.D
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 505 E ROMIE LN A SALINAS, CA 93901
- Location Phone
- (831) 755-1701
- Location Fax
- (831) 755-1702
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 4363 SALINAS, CA 93912
- Mailing Phone
- (831) 755-1701
- Mailing Fax
- (831) 755-1702
- Medical School Name
- OTHER
- Graduation Year
- 1990
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 07-01-2005
- Last Update Date
- 08-14-2015
- Code Navigator
An internist like Geetha Varma is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Hematology & Oncology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RH0003X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- C51653
- License State
- CA
- Taxonomy Description
- An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| I11801 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | CA | |
| 00C516530 | MEDICAID (05) | CA | |
| HI725A | OTHER (01) | CA | MEDICARE GROUP PTAN |
| ZZZ71527Z | OTHER (01) | CA | BLUE SHIELD PROVIDER NUMBER |
| P00155700 | OTHER (01) | CA | RAILROAD PROVIDER NUMBER |
| ZZZ67456Z | OTHER (01) | CA | BLUE SHIELD PROVIDER NUMBER GILROY LOCATION |
| CA153403 | OTHER (01) | CA | MEDICARE PTAN |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Geetha Varma is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Geetha Varma is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 9234102666
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20040814000245
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Orthotic Devices
DME-Orthotic Devices (DF010N)
Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible, or accordion), extended wear, with built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each (HCPCS:A4407)
3 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 370 Services Paid
Unknown
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous (RX029N)
Capecitabine, oral, 500 mg (HCPCS:J8521)
4 DME suppliers used 24 Medicare Claims 1268 Services Paid
Treatment-Chemotherapy (RH012N)
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period (HCPCS:Q0511)
4 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 13 Services Paid
Treatment-Chemotherapy (RH012N)
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period (HCPCS:Q0512)
3 DME suppliers used 15 Medicare Claims 15 Services Paid
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 422 times for 329 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 29 times for 21 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 787 times for 252 patientsThis service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
This service was performed 149 times for 69 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 23 times for 17 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 114 times for 42 patientsInitial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
This service was performed 26 times for 25 patientsThis is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
This service was performed 38 times for 38 patientsThis is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
This service was performed 72 times for 72 patientsThis is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
This service was performed 21 times for 18 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $46.07 for a new patient copayment and $27.01 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 93901 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99205
- Average New Patient Price $184.3
- Minimum New Patient Price $61.69
- Maximum New Patient Price $184.3
- Average New Patient Copayment $46.07
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $15.42
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $46.07
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $108.04
- Minimum Established Patient Price $20.34
- Maximum Established Patient Price $151.02
- Average Established Patient Copayment $27.01
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $5.08
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $37.75
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Annual registration in the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Annual registration by eligible clinician or group in the prescription drug monitoring program of the state where they practice. Activities that simply involve registration are not sufficient. MIPS eligible clinicians and groups must participate for a minimum of 6 months. | ||
| Consultation of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Clinicians would attest to reviewing the patients’ history of controlled substance prescription using state prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) data prior to the issuance of a Controlled Substance Schedule II (CSII) opioid prescription lasting longer than 3 days. For the transition year, clinicians would attest to 60 percent review of applicable patient’s history. For the Quality Payment Program Year 2 and future years, clinicians would attest to 75 percent review of applicable patient’s history performance. | ||
| Health Information Exchange | 100% | 30 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for at least one transition of care or referral. | ||
| Immunization Registry Reporting | Yes | N/A |
| The MIPS eligible clinician is in active engagement with a public health agency to submit immunization data. | ||
| Medication Reconciliation | 92% | 297 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Pain Intensity Quantified | 100% | 345 |
| Percentage of patient visits, regardless of patient age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy in which pain intensity is quantified | ||
| Oncology: Medical and Radiation - Plan of Care for Pain | 99% | 70 |
| Percentage of visits for patients, regardless of age, with a diagnosis of cancer currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy who report having pain with a documented plan of care to address pain | ||
| Pain Assessment and Follow-Up | 100% | 3347 |
| Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present | ||
| Patient-Specific Education | 5% | 1099 |
| The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician. | ||
| Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults | 95% | 477 |
| Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization | 38% | 788 |
| Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization | ||
| Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical Record | Yes | N/A |
| • Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management. | ||
| Provide Patient Access | 65% | 1099 |
| At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information. | ||
| Security Risk Analysis | Yes | N/A |
| Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process. | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1740287978, we treat the final digit (8) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 72. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 72 = 8).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 72 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1740287978, enumerated as an "individual" on July 01, 2005.
The provider is located at 505 E ROMIE LN A SALINAS, CA 93901 and the phone number is (831) 755-1701.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RH0003X and a focus in Hematology & Oncology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
