Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Sarabjeet Singh, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Bakersfield, CA
Practice pattern: Cardiac Imaging
— Practice with significant diagnostic imaging and stress testing
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Singh
Dr. Sarabjeet Singh is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Bakersfield, CA, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Singh performed 31,567 Medicare services across 10,653 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Singh received a total of $184,147 from 43 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 562 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. The majority of payments are for speaking programs and promotional activities, reflecting participation in industry-sponsored events. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Singh 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.
✓ 18 years in practice
▲ Top 1% volume in CA
$184,147 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗31,567
Medicare services
Top 1% in CA for cardiovascular disease
10,653
Unique beneficiaries
$83
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,754 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
14,610 | $0 | $5 |
| 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. |
4,069 | $96 | $226 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
2,848 | $43 | $150 |
| Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries | 1,418 | $407 | $999 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
1,248 | $91 | $200 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
1,003 | $153 | $452 |
| Routine 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) A test that records the electrical activity of the heart using at least 12 leads to produce a tracing. |
842 | $5 | $40 |
| 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. |
722 | $58 | $152 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle while at rest and during stress. |
705 | $1,217 | $3,997 |
| 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. |
489 | $11 | $36 |
| CT scan of heart for calcium evaluation A CT scan of the heart used to evaluate calcium levels in the blood vessels. |
422 | $83 | $223 |
| 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. |
399 | $116 | $342 |
| 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. |
387 | $156 | $444 |
| Gadolinium MRI contrast injection Administration of a gadolinium-based contrast agent to enhance magnetic resonance imaging. The dose is measured per milliliter of the agent injected. |
325 | $1 | $10 |
| 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. |
221 | $72 | $154 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 155 | $214 | $607 |
| Electrocardiogram, 1 to 3 leads A test that records the electrical activity of the heart using one to three electrodes placed on the body. |
154 | $5 | $13 |
| Normal saline infusion, 500 ml Administration of sterile normal saline solution through an intravenous line. This procedure involves the infusion of a 500 ml unit of the solution. |
145 | $1 | $40 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
88 | $69 | $150 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
77 | $203 | $570 |
| 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. |
71 | $9 | $200 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
71 | $18 | $200 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
70 | $160 | $429 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
65 | $4 | $40 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 48 hours to 7 days This procedure involves recording the heart's electrical activity continuously using an external device for a period exceeding 48 hours but not more than 7 days. |
61 | $10 | $100 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
61 | $18 | $100 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
56 | $200 | $646 |
| Anticoagulant management for warfarin Management of anticoagulant therapy for a patient taking warfarin. This service involves monitoring and adjusting the medication regimen. |
51 | $9 | $26 |
| 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. |
44 | $64 | $151 |
| 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. |
43 | $105 | $297 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
40 | $20 | $54 |
| Diazepam injection, up to 5 mg A medication injection containing diazepam with a dosage of up to 5 milligrams. |
40 | $5 | $80 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
36 | $100 | $263 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
34 | $40 | $81 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
31 | $110 | $350 |
| Coronary angiography A procedure to insert a tube into a coronary artery to capture diagnostic images of the heart's blood vessels. |
31 | $184 | $493 |
| 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. |
30 | $444 | $1,204 |
| 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. |
29 | $83 | $226 |
| 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. |
28 | $56 | $197 |
| CT scan of chest with and without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest performed using both intravenous contrast dye and without it to provide detailed images of internal structures. |
27 | $170 | $507 |
| Radiofrequency vein destruction, first vein A procedure to treat the first incompetent vein in the arm or leg using radiofrequency energy and imaging guidance. |
23 | $912 | $3,271 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
23 | $5 | $15 |
| CT scan of heart blood vessels and grafts with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's blood vessels and any surgical grafts. |
22 | $218 | $915 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
21 | $23 | $65 |
| CT scan of neck blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses dye to visualize the blood vessels in the neck. This imaging test helps examine the structure and flow within the neck's vascular system. |
20 | $204 | $629 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
20 | $74 | $531 |
| Normal saline infusion, 250 cc Administration of 250 cubic centimeters of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater fluid. |
20 | $0 | $39 |
| Wireless pressure sensor insertion into lung artery A wireless pressure sensor is placed into the lung artery using a tube. A radiologist reviews the procedure. |
18 | $248 | $745 |
| Ultrasound of abdominal aorta An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the abdominal aorta, the large blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the lower body. |
18 | $113 | $205 |
| Repair of left upper heart chamber with implant A surgical procedure to repair the left upper chamber of the heart using an implanted device, with review by a radiologist. |
17 | $564 | $1,626 |
| Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber, coronary artery and bypass graft for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 17 | $248 | $690 |
| CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis. |
15 | $333 | $836 |
| Aminophylline injection, up to 250 mg Administration of aminophylline medication via injection for a dose of up to 250 mg. |
14 | $6 | $100 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
13 | $11 | $118 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
13 | $2 | $57 |
| Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow through the arteries and veins in the abdomen and pelvis. |
13 | $121 | $359 |
| Insertion of tube in right and left heart chambers and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 12 | $273 | $772 |
| Same-day hospital admission and discharge, moderate complexity This code covers initial hospital care for a patient admitted and discharged on the same day. It applies when the visit involves moderate medical decision making and lasts at least 70 minutes. |
11 | $128 | $350 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 5 and 10 minutes to discuss medical matters. |
11 | $42 | $100 |
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.
4.4% high complexity
65.0% medium
30.6% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$184,147
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $26,307/year across 7 years
Top 4% in CA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
43
Companies
562
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.
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$170,257 (92.5%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$10,808 (5.9%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$3,083 (1.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$16,679
2023
$3,565
2022
$18,255
2021
$12,833
2020
$24,836
2019
$70,301
2018
$37,677
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$15,418
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$266
Abbott Laboratories
$228
Amgen Inc.
$196
Medtronic, Inc.
$151
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$123
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$48
ABIOMED
$45
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$43
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$32
AltaThera Pharmaceuticals LLC
$29
PFIZER INC.
$28
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$21
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$17
CVRx, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 95.4% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$62,051
Lilly USA, LLC
$44,773
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$35,156
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$17,054
PFIZER INC.
$6,988
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$6,472
Abbott Laboratories
$2,552
ABIOMED
$2,543
Endologix, Inc.
$1,345
Amgen Inc.
$781
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$629
Boston Scientific Corporation
$595
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$437
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$405
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$262
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$230
Medtronic, Inc.
$226
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$148
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$139
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$128
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$124
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$123
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$121
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$117
Veryan Medical Incorporated
$111
Silk Road Medical, Inc.
$80
Novo Nordisk Inc
$75
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$66
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$48
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$48
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
$44
CathWorks, Inc.
$36
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$33
CVRx, Inc.
$29
AltaThera Pharmaceuticals LLC
$29
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$26
Lundbeck LLC
$23
Maquet Cardiovascular U.S. Sales, L.L.C.
$23
DAVOL INC.
$20
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$17
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$16
AtriCure, Inc.
$14
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$13
Top 3 companies account for 77.1% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
3F · AMPLATZER · AMPLATZER AMULET · ARISTA AH · Arcalyst · AtriCure Synergy Ablation System · BAQSIMI · BASAGLAR · BRILINTA · Barostim Neo System · BioMimics · CAMZYOS · CARDIOMEMS · CARDIVA VASCADE MVP VVCS 6-12F · CHANTIX · COBALT DR MRI SURESCAN · COREVALVE EVOLUT R · CoreValve Evolut · Corlanor · Diamondback Peripheral · ELIQUIS · EMBOSHIELD NAV6 · ENROUTE Transcarotid Stent · ENTRESTO · Ellipse ICD · FARXIGA · FFRangio System · FUROSCIX · Fortify Assura · GALLANT · HawkOne · HeartMate PHP · IN.PACT ADMIRAL · Impella · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · JOT DX · Kerendia · LEQVIO · LOKELMA · LifeVest · Livalo · MICRA · MITRACLIP · Mitra Clip system · MitraClip System · NEXLETOL · NORTHERA · NUVISION ICE CATHETER · Ovation · Ozempic · PRADAXA · PRALUENT · PRALUENT ALIROCUMAB INJECTION · Peripheral Orbital Atherectomy System · Repatha · Resolute · SYNERGY · Sotalol Hydrochloride · Unify Assura CRT Defibrillator · VERQUVO · VYNDAQEL · Vascepa · WATCHMAN · XARELTO · ZIO XT Patch · Zio monitor · iCAST
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 →
The majority of payments (92%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in cardiovascular disease and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 4% for cardiovascular disease in CA.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
30
Per 100K population
3.3
County median income
$67,660
Nearest hospital
GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 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. Singh is a cardiac imaging specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in CA), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 4% of CA peers, with 18 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. Singh experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Singh performed 14,610 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Singh receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Singh received a total of $184,147 from 43 companies across 562 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. Singh's costs compare to other cardiologists in Bakersfield?
Dr. Singh's average Medicare payment per service is $83. 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. Singh) 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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