Varun Vijay Kumar Monga, MBBS, MD
Varun Vijay Kumar Monga is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Iowa City, IA with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Varun Vijay Kumar Monga, MBBS, MD has been part of the Iowa City medical community since 2008 in group practice. With 20+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Iowa City area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 99.38/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 14% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Federal MIPS score higher than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
200 Hawkins Dr Dept of Internal Medicine, C-32 Gh, Iowa City, IA 52242-1007
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 88% of doctors in Iowa on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202399.38/100
Iowa avg: 84.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.8 pts)
Better than 88% of MIPS-scored doctors in IowaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.82%
Iowa avg: 2.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.3 pts)
3.82% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
142
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
61
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
288
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $147k
Percentile rankings compared against 75 reporting peers in Iowa.
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
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 (-13%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
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.
20 years in practice
Experienced
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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care - Veterans Administration
CMS Certification Number: 20003F
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Varun Vijay Kumar Monga
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Varun Vijay Kumar Monga for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Iowa City 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 Varun Vijay Kumar Monga
NPI records show Dr. Monga as active with telehealth listed in Iowa City, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (319) 356-2075.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Varun Vijay Kumar Monga
Practice Location
200 Hawkins Dr Dept of Internal Medicine, C-32 Gh, Iowa City, IA 52242-1007
Mailing Address
200 Hawkins Dr Dept of Internal Medicine, C-32 Gh, Iowa City, IA 52242-1007
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