Robert W Viggiano, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine
Robert W Viggiano is a Pulmonary Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Scottsdale, AZ with over 46 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Robert W Viggiano, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 46+ years, working in group practice. A Temple University School of Medicine graduate since 1980, he brings 46+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 78.59/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 29% of MIPS-scored doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202378.59/100
Arizona avg: 77.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better29.7%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-53.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,909
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
118
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
451
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $843k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,247 reporting peers in Arizona.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition causing airway inflammation, wheezing, and difficulty breathing
US avg: 13.3%↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor
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 · 1980
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Board certified · Sep 7, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
46 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Pulmonologists specialize in respiratory conditions including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea, and lung cancer screening. They manage patients on ventilators and perform bronchoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RP1001X
Education & Training
Temple University School of Medicine (Class of 1980)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 100068
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pulmonary Disease Care With Robert W Viggiano
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Robert W Viggiano for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Scottsdale 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 Robert W Viggiano
NPI records show Dr. Viggiano as active with telehealth listed in Scottsdale, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (480) 301-8000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5404
Mailing Address
13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259-5404
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