Vernan I Atienza
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Vernan I Atienza is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Kirkland, WA with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: FAMILY PRACTICE
Patients across WA can see Vernan I Atienza in person in Kirkland or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 29+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Kirkland area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.57/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 74% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Federal MIPS score higher than 37% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
11521 Ne 128th St Suite 100, Kirkland, WA 98034-4317
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202385.57/100
Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better4.52%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.6 pts)
4.52% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.7%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.9 pts)
Better than 74% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
393
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
457
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,596
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $359k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
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 (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%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.
29 years in practice
Experienced
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Mailing address
Po Box 34036, Seattle, WA 98124-1036
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Vernan I Atienza
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vernan I Atienza for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Kirkland 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 Vernan I Atienza
NPI records show Dr. Atienza as active with telehealth listed in Kirkland, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (425) 899-6800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Vernan I Atienza
Practice Location
11521 Ne 128th St Suite 100, Kirkland, WA 98034-4317
Mailing Address
Po Box 34036, Seattle, WA 98124-1036
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