Vandana Dutt Sharma, M.D.
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Vandana Dutt Sharma is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Walnut Creek, CA with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Vandana Dutt Sharma, M.D. practices as part of a group rheumatologist practice in Walnut Creek, CA. With 37+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Walnut Creek area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, arthritis, and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2168
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202373.79/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-9.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.95%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.1 pts)
1.95% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
262
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
331
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,742
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $845k
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.
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, Arthritis, and Hypertension.
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
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$258 received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Vandana Dutt Sharma's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
37 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
Mailing address
1450 Treat Blvd Ste 300, Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2168
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Department of Defense
CMS Certification Number: 19050F
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vandana Dutt Sharma for cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Walnut Creek 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 Vandana Dutt Sharma
NPI records show Dr. Sharma as active with telehealth listed in Walnut Creek, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (925) 280-9400.
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 Vandana Dutt Sharma
Practice Location
1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2168
Mailing Address
1450 Treat Blvd Ste 300, Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2168
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