Geetha Varma, M.D
NPI 1740287978 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Salinas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Geetha Varma, M.D is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Salinas, CA (NPI 1740287978).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740287978
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C51653 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,388 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 929 | $135 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 153 | $96 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 84 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 66 | $183 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 46 | $226 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Letrozole | 174 | 48 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 118 | 34 |
| Anastrozole | 53 | 15 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 48 | 35 |
| Olanzapine | 40 | 23 |
| Loperamide Hclbrand: Loperamide | 23 | 20 |
| Hydroxyurea | 22 | — |
| Acyclovir | 21 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,505 across 72 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-01
- Last updated
- 2015-08-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Geetha Varma's NPI number?
- Geetha Varma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740287978, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Geetha Varma's specialty?
- Geetha Varma is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Geetha Varma located?
- Geetha Varma's practice location on file with NPPES is 505 E Romie Ln, Salinas, CA 93901-4031.
- What is Geetha Varma's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Geetha Varma is (831) 755-1701.
- Does Geetha Varma accept Medicare?
- Geetha Varma is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Geetha Varma's NPI active?
- Yes — Geetha Varma's NPI (1740287978) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-08-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.