Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Atul Aggarwal, MD
Interventional Cardiology · Bakersfield, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Aggarwal
Dr. Atul Aggarwal is an interventional cardiology specialist in Bakersfield, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Aggarwal performed 10,026 Medicare services across 7,855 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Aggarwal received a total of $14,399 from 41 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 421 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in interventional cardiology. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Aggarwal is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 10% volume in CA
$14,399 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗10,026
Medicare services
Top 10% in CA for interventional cardiology
7,855
Unique beneficiaries
$108
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~501 Medicare services per year of practice
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
2,698 | $96 | $170 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
1,829 | $69 | $150 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
1,314 | $159 | $650 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
569 | $11 | $150 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram under physician supervision and review. |
458 | $53 | $649 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
358 | $121 | $250 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with review and report A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a professional review and written report of the results. |
262 | $51 | $250 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck blood flow, bilateral An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow in the vessels of both the head and the neck. |
222 | $160 | $650 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 8-15 days This procedure involves recording heart rhythm continuously using an external EKG device over a period of 8 to 15 days. |
194 | $10 | $100 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
193 | $21 | $200 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart rhythm device Evaluation of data transmitted remotely from an implantable cardiovascular monitor, such as a loop recorder or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, over a period up to 30 days. |
173 | $48 | $150 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart device, up to 30 days Remote evaluation of an implanted heart or blood vessel monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
172 | $18 | $50 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
156 | $58 | $100 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 110 | $156 | $300 |
| Arterial catheter insertion, initial second order branch A procedure to insert a tube into a secondary branch of an artery in the abdomen, pelvis, or leg. |
102 | $549 | $1,688 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
88 | $142 | $350 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 85 | $202 | $650 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery image A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in the arm or leg. This process involves analyzing the visual data to assess the blood vessels. |
81 | $123 | $277 |
| Radiologist review of abdominal aorta image A radiologist reviews images of the abdominal aorta to evaluate the blood vessel. |
78 | $106 | $233 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
76 | $19 | $50 |
| Evaluation of implantable heart and blood vessel monitoring system This procedure involves checking the function and data of an implanted device used to monitor heart and blood vessel activity. |
62 | $37 | $65 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
61 | $32 | $54 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
60 | $65 | $100 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
57 | $50 | $90 |
| Remote pacemaker monitoring, 90 days Remote assessment of a pacemaker system, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless devices, performed up to 90 days apart. |
54 | $24 | $75 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
51 | $43 | $450 |
| Stress echocardiogram with ECG monitoring An ultrasound of the heart performed while monitoring heart rhythm during rest, exercise, or medication-induced stress, followed by a review and report of the findings. |
51 | $185 | $550 |
| Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg | 50 | $6 | $40 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
49 | $100 | $650 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery images A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in one or both arms or legs to assess blood flow and vessel health. |
37 | $120 | $151 |
| Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with multiple leads to ensure proper function. |
36 | $83 | $170 |
| Coronary stent placement A procedure to insert a stent into a coronary artery or its branch to keep it open, using balloon dilation during the process. |
26 | $460 | $1,500 |
| Arterial plaque removal, initial vessel A procedure to remove plaque buildup from an artery in the leg. This is performed on the first vessel treated during the session. |
22 | $7,017 | $15,305 |
| Stress echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed while at rest and during exercise or drug-induced stress to evaluate heart function under different conditions. |
22 | $152 | $632 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
21 | $97 | $200 |
| Remote evaluation of implantable defibrillator system Remote assessment of a single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the previous evaluation. |
20 | $29 | $130 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
19 | $82 | $300 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
19 | $2 | $10 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
18 | $65 | $217 |
| Cardiac rhythm monitor programming Adjustment and configuration of an implanted cardiac rhythm monitoring device to ensure proper operation and data collection. |
17 | $52 | $95 |
| Remote cardiac rhythm monitor evaluation, up to 30 days Review and analysis of data from a remote cardiac rhythm monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
17 | $16 | $100 |
| Permanent leadless pacemaker insertion A small, self-contained pacemaker is placed directly into the heart without using wires. The procedure is guided by imaging to ensure correct positioning. |
13 | $328 | $1,000 |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. |
13 | $76 | $235 |
| External shock to heart to regulate heart beat A procedure that delivers an electric shock to the heart from outside the body to restore a normal heart rhythm. |
13 | $78 | $450 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.
19.8% high complexity
9.6% medium
70.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$14,399
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,057/year across 7 years
Top 32% in CA for interventional cardiology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
41
Companies
421
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment profile
Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$8,691 (60.4%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$5,708 (39.6%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,172
2023
$1,626
2022
$1,594
2021
$1,251
2020
$849
2019
$6,836
2018
$1,071
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$156
Boston Scientific Corporation
$142
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$131
Medtronic, Inc.
$125
Amgen Inc.
$107
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$106
PFIZER INC.
$98
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$71
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$66
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$37
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$27
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$26
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$22
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$20
Novo Nordisk Inc
$20
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$18
Top 3 companies account for 36.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
PFIZER INC.
$5,937
Amgen Inc.
$1,866
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,161
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$697
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$637
ABIOMED
$530
Medtronic, Inc.
$369
Boston Scientific Corporation
$330
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$280
Abbott Laboratories
$228
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$214
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$171
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$169
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$167
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$152
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$151
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$136
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$135
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$117
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$114
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$109
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$86
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$71
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$66
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$46
Eli Lilly Export S.A. Puerto Rico Branch
$43
Novo Nordisk Inc
$41
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$39
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$35
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$33
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$29
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
$29
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$29
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$28
CVRx, Inc.
$28
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$27
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$26
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$22
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$20
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Braemar Manufacturing, LLC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 62.3% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADVISA DR MRI SURESCAN · AMPLATZER AMULET · AURYON LASER SYSTEM 100-120 VAC · Andexxa · Arcalyst · Assurity Pacemaker · Attain · BEVESPI AEROSPHERE · BRILINTA · Barostim Neo System · CAMZYOS · CARDIVA VASCADE MVP VVCS 6-12F · CHANTIX · COREVALVE EVOLUT R · Cardiac Monitoring Suite · Carnation Ambulatory Monitor · CoreValve Evolut · Corlanor · Dojolvi · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · Edarbyclor · Edwards SAPIEN 3 Ultra Transcatheter Heart Valve · FARXIGA · GLOPERBA · Impella · JARDIANCE · Kerendia · LifeVest · Livalo · MICRA · MitraClip System · NEXLETOL · NUVISION ICE CATHETER · ONPATTRO · ONYX FRONTIER · OPSUMIT · PERCLOSE PROGLIDE · PRADAXA · PRALUENT ALIROCUMAB INJECTION · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · RYBELSUS · Repatha · Reveal LINQ · SAMSCA · SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER · SYMBICORT · UPTRAVI · VERQUVO · VYNDAQEL · Vascepa · WATCHMAN · XARELTO · ZIO Patch · ZIO XT Patch · Zio monitor
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Most payments (60%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Interventional cardiologists within 10 mi
6
Per 100K population
0.7
County median income
$67,660
Nearest hospital
BAKERSFIELD BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE HOSPITAL, LLC
14.3 mi
14.3 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Aggarwal is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 10% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Aggarwal experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Aggarwal performed 2,698 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Aggarwal receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Aggarwal received a total of $14,399 from 41 companies across 421 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Aggarwal's costs compare to other interventional cardiologists in Bakersfield?
Dr. Aggarwal's average Medicare payment per service is $108. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Aggarwal) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
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