Lynn R Kong, MD

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Lynn R Kong is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Ventura, CA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(805) 485-8709Ventura, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Lynn R Kong, MD has been part of the Ventura medical community since 2006 in group practice. A Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School graduate since 1991, she brings 35+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer. CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in California
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 93% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 796 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Ventura35+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 178dNPPES updated 2025-11-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1001 Partridge Dr Ste 100, Ventura, CA 93003-0712

Fax: (805) 485-5521
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 93% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.

MIPS Score

2023

100/100

California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)

Top 7% of MIPS-scored doctors in California

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

2.09%

California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)

2.09% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

810

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

194

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,098

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $3.44M

Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.

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 (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+36%)57%

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

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+36%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-4%)45%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-5%)29%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)28%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+9%)27%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$3.9k received from industry

165 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.

Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Lynn R Kong's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1991

    Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Nov 25, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 35 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in VenturaAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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

Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (Class of 1991)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1700 N Rose Ave Suite 320, Oxnard, CA 93030-3790

Differs from practice location

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 190099

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Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Lynn R Kong

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Lynn R Kong for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Ventura 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 Lynn R Kong

Dr. Kong is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ventura, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (805) 485-8709.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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