Laura Borgenheimer Vater, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Laura Borgenheimer Vater is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Indianapolis, IN with over 9 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(317) 944-0920Indianapolis, IN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Laura Borgenheimer Vater, MD has been part of the Indianapolis medical community since 2017 in independent practice. Trained at Indiana University School of Medicine (class of 2017), she has been practicing for over 9 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in Indiana
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 68 Internal Medicine providers in INSee all Internal Medicine in Indianapolis9+ years experienceNPI since 2017

Older · 436dNPPES updated 2025-03-14 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Indiana Medical Licensing Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

535 Barnhill Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46202-5116

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

16.57%

Indiana avg: 5.8 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+11.5 pts)

16.57% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

89.3%

Indiana avg: 83.4 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.5 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Indiana

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

102

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

68

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

513

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $631k

Percentile rankings compared against 557 reporting peers in Indiana.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Cancer.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-7%)63%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Cancer
Higher than avg (+28%)49%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-14%)35%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
34%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%
Depression
Lower than avg (-3%)29%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2017

    Indiana University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Mar 13, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 9 years in practice

    Established

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.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Education & Training

Indiana University School of Medicine (Class of 2017)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

250 N Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219-4959

Differs from practice location

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Laura Borgenheimer Vater

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Laura Borgenheimer Vater for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Indianapolis 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 Laura Borgenheimer Vater

Dr. Vater is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Indianapolis, IN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (317) 944-0920.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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