Katharine Lana Cheung, M.D.
Katharine Lana Cheung is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Burlington, VT with over 19 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: NEPHROLOGY
Katharine Lana Cheung, M.D. has been part of the Burlington medical community since 2007 in group practice. A Georgetown University School of Medicine graduate since 2007, she brings 19+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, kidney disease, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 83% of reporting doctors in Vermont
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 65dNPPES updated 2026-03-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Vermont Board of Medical Practice
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 S Prospect St Uhc Med-Nephrology, Burlington, VT 05401-3456
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.3%
Vermont avg: 81.4 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.5 pts)
Better than 83% of reporting doctors in VermontHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
129
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
85
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
457
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $48k
Percentile rankings compared against 34 reporting peers in Vermont.
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, Chronic Kidney Disease, and High Cholesterol.
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
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — 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 (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — 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.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2007
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 18, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
19 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 2007)
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Katharine Lana Cheung
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Katharine Lana Cheung for blood pressure monitoring, kidney care follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Burlington 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 Katharine Lana Cheung
NPI records show Dr. Cheung as active with telehealth listed in Burlington, VT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (802) 847-3572.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Katharine Lana Cheung
Practice Location
1 S Prospect St Uhc Med-Nephrology, Burlington, VT 05401-3456
Mailing Address
1 S Prospect St Uhc Med-Nephrology, Burlington, VT 05401-3456
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