Monika Leigh Burness, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Monika Leigh Burness is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Ann Arbor, MI with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY, INTERNAL MEDICINE
Monika Leigh Burness, MD has practiced internal medicine for 21+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (class of 2005), she has been practicing for over 21 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have cancer, hypertension, and high cholesterol.
Older · 214dNPPES updated 2025-10-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.02%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
5.02% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
50
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
75
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
239
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $304k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Cancer, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — 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.
$38 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier
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 2018, attributed to Monika Leigh Burness's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.85 / 1.00
High vulnerabilityShe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Penn State College of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 23, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
Differs from practice location
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Monika Leigh Burness
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Monika Leigh Burness for follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Ann Arbor 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 Monika Leigh Burness
NPI records show Dr. Burness as active with telehealth listed in Ann Arbor, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 936-4000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Monika Leigh Burness
Practice Location
1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5000
Mailing Address
3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633
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