Sandeep Varma, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Patients across CT can see Sandeep Varma, MD in person in Norwich or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 92.23/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 62% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6877dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
111 Salem Turnpike Backus Outpatient Care Center, Norwich, CT 06360
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Connecticut, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202392.23/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.63%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.5 pts)
12.63% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
662
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
903
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,244
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.50M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$698 received from industry
43 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 2024, attributed to Sandeep Varma's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Education & Training
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
111 Salem Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450644
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Sandeep Varma
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sandeep Varma for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Norwich 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 Sandeep Varma
Dr. Varma is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Norwich, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 889-8331.
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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Contact Sandeep Varma
Practice Location
111 Salem Turnpike Backus Outpatient Care Center, Norwich, CT 06360
Mailing Address
111 Salem Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360
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