Vivek Iyer, M.D.
Vivek Iyer is a Pain Medicine Anesthesiology specialist based in Scottsdale, AZ with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: ANESTHESIOLOGY
With over 24 years in anesthesiology, Vivek Iyer, M.D. is a long-established pain medicine anesthesiology specialist in Scottsdale. Trained at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (class of 2002), he has been practicing for over 24 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Arizona
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
23015 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85255-4493
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better57.91%
Arizona avg: 6.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+52.8 pts)
57.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.7%
Arizona avg: 84.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.9 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in ArizonaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
175
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
173
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
815
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $71k
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 Hypertension, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+53%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ 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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$17.2k received from industry
47 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Vivek Iyer's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Board certified · Nov 18, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
An anesthesiologist who provides a high level of care, either as a primary physician or consultant, for patients experiencing problems with acute, chronic and/or cancer pain in both hospital and ambulatory settings. Patient care needs are also coordinated with other specialists.
Taxonomy: 207LP2900X
Education & Training
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 100105
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Pain Medicine Care With Vivek Iyer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Vivek Iyer for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — 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 Vivek Iyer
NPI records show Dr. Iyer as active with telehealth listed in Scottsdale, AZ. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (480) 222-7246.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
23015 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85255-4493
Mailing Address
23015 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85255-4493
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