Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ronald Karlsberg, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Beverly Hills, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Karlsberg
Dr. Ronald Karlsberg is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Beverly Hills, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Karlsberg performed 39,734 Medicare services across 12,378 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Karlsberg received a total of $9,651 from 29 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 131 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. Karlsberg 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 0% volume in CA
$9,651 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗39,734
Medicare services
Top 0% in CA for cardiovascular disease
12,378
Unique beneficiaries
$31
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,987 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. |
16,600 | $0 | $0 |
| Virtual check-in for established patient A brief communication service provided by a qualified healthcare professional to an established patient via technology, such as a virtual check-in. |
1,415 | $12 | $35 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
1,387 | $146 | $400 |
| Remote physiological data monitoring, 30 days Collection and interpretation of physical parameters transmitted by the patient or caregiver over a 30-day period, requiring at least 30 minutes of professional time. |
1,135 | $43 | $126 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
968 | $8 | $20 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
964 | $10 | $26 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
961 | $6 | $6 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
886 | $38 | $84 |
| High-sensitivity C-reactive protein test A blood test that measures high-sensitivity C-reactive protein to detect infection or inflammation. |
883 | $13 | $32 |
| Thyroid hormone evaluation A blood test to measure the levels of thyroid hormones in the body. This evaluation helps assess how well the thyroid gland is functioning. |
831 | $6 | $16 |
| Thyroxine (T4) level test A blood test that measures the total amount of thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in your body. |
830 | $7 | $16 |
| Total T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the total amount of triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. T3 is a thyroid hormone that helps regulate metabolism and energy levels. |
829 | $14 | $36 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
827 | $13 | $34 |
| 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. |
820 | $110 | $285 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
792 | $4 | $8 |
| 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. |
759 | $12 | $38 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
732 | $4 | $12 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
728 | $9 | $24 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
670 | $29 | $74 |
| Complex chronic care management, first 60 minutes This service involves clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional to manage two or more chronic conditions over a calendar month. It covers the first 60 minutes of this coordinated care effort. |
530 | $118 | $300 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
524 | $45 | $111 |
| 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. |
503 | $4 | $10 |
| Coagulation assessment blood test A blood test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. The sample can be plasma or whole blood. |
413 | $6 | $14 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
372 | $77 | $205 |
| 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. |
338 | $67 | $162 |
| Troponin blood test A blood test that measures the amount of troponin protein in your body. Troponin is released into the blood when heart muscle is damaged. |
337 | $12 | $24 |
| Chronic care management services Comprehensive assessment and care planning for patients requiring ongoing chronic care management. |
269 | $54 | $200 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
264 | $13 | $32 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
262 | $173 | $466 |
| Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries | 260 | $417 | $584 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
253 | $7 | $16 |
| Manual urinalysis with microscopic examination A urine test performed manually without automated equipment. The sample is examined under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
212 | $4 | $10 |
| 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. |
191 | $175 | $457 |
| 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. |
166 | $268 | $850 |
| 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. |
152 | $64 | $162 |
| Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts A complete ultrasound exam of the aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. This imaging test uses sound waves to visualize these blood vessels. |
145 | $169 | $429 |
| 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. |
130 | $1,369 | $3,432 |
| 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. |
128 | $82 | $376 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 5 and 10 minutes to discuss medical matters. |
107 | $50 | $161 |
| 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. |
91 | $11 | $250 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
91 | $20 | $250 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
78 | $5 | $12 |
| Urine microalbumin test A laboratory test that measures the amount of a specific protein called microalbumin in a urine sample. This analysis helps assess kidney function. |
77 | $6 | $12 |
| Advance care planning consultation, first 30 min A session focused on discussing and documenting future healthcare preferences and goals. This service covers the initial 30 minutes of the planning discussion. |
70 | $66 | $185 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 68 | $176 | $487 |
| Heart muscle strain imaging | 53 | $35 | $94 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
48 | $6 | $16 |
| 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. |
46 | $30 | $80 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
38 | $184 | $235 |
| PET scan of heart muscle blood flow A nuclear medicine imaging test that uses positron emission tomography (PET) to evaluate blood flow within the heart muscle. |
37 | $125 | $200 |
| 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. |
36 | $131 | $375 |
| 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. |
34 | $166 | $466 |
| 30-day continuous ECG with patient-triggered event transmission and review This procedure involves continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days, including the transmission of patient-triggered events. A healthcare professional reviews the data and provides a report. |
27 | $806 | $2,200 |
| CT scan of head/brain, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the head or brain without the use of contrast dye. |
26 | $67 | $268 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
26 | $72 | $150 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
26 | $22 | $56 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
25 | $30 | $30 |
| CT scan for bone mineral density A CT scan used to measure calcium and other minerals in the bone. This procedure assesses bone mineral content. |
23 | $116 | $225 |
| 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. |
22 | $102 | $226 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis using contrast dye before and after administration to visualize internal structures. |
21 | $241 | $812 |
| 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 | $165 | $680 |
| CT scan of head blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the head. |
19 | $165 | $682 |
| 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. |
19 | $214 | $700 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas. |
19 | $213 | $726 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress using a special camera. |
19 | $400 | $1,158 |
| 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. |
19 | $1 | $10 |
| CT scan of lower spine, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the lower spine using X-rays without the use of contrast dye. |
17 | $84 | $388 |
| 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. |
16 | $113 | $285 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
16 | $19 | $41 |
| CT scan of upper spine, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the upper spine. This procedure is performed without the use of contrast dye. |
12 | $79 | $396 |
| 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. |
11 | $211 | $620 |
| 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. |
11 | $138 | $440 |
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.
1.1% high complexity
45.9% medium
53.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$9,651
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,379/year across 7 years
Top 28% in CA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
29
Companies
131
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
$6,000 (62.2%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,651 (37.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$404
2023
$1,958
2022
$2,696
2021
$2,615
2020
$76
2019
$1,183
2018
$719
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
PFIZER INC.
$101
Amgen Inc.
$66
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$48
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$38
Abbott Laboratories
$37
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$33
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$25
Novo Nordisk Inc
$25
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$17
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 53.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Canon Medical Informatics, Inc.
$6,000
PFIZER INC.
$386
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$340
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$332
Amgen Inc.
$309
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$294
Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.
$257
Vital Images, Inc.
$240
HeartFlow, Inc.
$222
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$152
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$147
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$136
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$113
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$94
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$87
Boston Scientific Corporation
$75
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$66
Abbott Laboratories
$62
Novo Nordisk Inc
$62
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$52
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$45
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$41
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
$30
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$24
Lilly USA, LLC
$21
Exact Sciences Corporation
$21
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$17
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$16
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 69.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACUSON Sequoia Diagnostic Ultrasound System · AMVUTTRA · AVEIR · Arcalyst · CAMZYOS · Carnation Ambulatory Monitor · Cologuard Collection Kit · Corlanor · ELIQUIS · EMBLEM S ICD ELECTRODE DELIVERY SYSTEM · ENTRESTO · EVKEEZA · FARXIGA · FFRct · FUROSCIX · JARDIANCE · JOT DX · Kerendia · LEQVIO · Livalo · MOUNJARO · ONPATTRO · Ozempic · PRADAXA · PRALUENT · PRALUENT ALIROCUMAB INJECTION · PREVNAR 20 · Repatha · SOMATOM GO · VERQUVO · VITREA ADVANCED · VITREA ADVANCED & VER 7.0 UPGRADE · VYNDAQEL · Vascepa · Vitrea Advanced Visualization · Vitrea Enterprise · WATCHMAN Access System · Wegovy · XARELTO
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 (62%) 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.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
569
Per 100K population
5.8
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
RONALD REAGAN UCLA MEDICAL CENTER
2.6 mi
2.6 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. Karlsberg is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in CA), with speaking/promotional 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. Karlsberg experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Karlsberg performed 16,600 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. Karlsberg receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Karlsberg received a total of $9,651 from 29 companies across 131 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. Karlsberg's costs compare to other cardiologists in Beverly Hills?
Dr. Karlsberg's average Medicare payment per service is $31. 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. Karlsberg) 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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