Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Rahil Bandukwala, D.O.
Endocrinology · Encinitas, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Bandukwala
Dr. Rahil Bandukwala is an endocrinology specialist in Encinitas, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Bandukwala performed 10,088 Medicare services across 5,258 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Bandukwala received a total of $30,338 from 85 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1119 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in endocrinology. 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. Bandukwala 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 8% volume in CA
$30,338 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗10,088
Medicare services
Top 8% in CA for endocrinology
5,258
Unique beneficiaries
$23
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~531 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. |
750 | $93 | $262 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
446 | $8 | $42 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
440 | $8 | $20 |
| 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. |
439 | $8 | $30 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 438 | $8 | $41 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
423 | $9 | $60 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
423 | $16 | $54 |
| 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. |
423 | $14 | $45 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
400 | $9 | $32 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
399 | $29 | $95 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
385 | $40 | $132 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
362 | $52 | $127 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
358 | $13 | $51 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
353 | $15 | $53 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
315 | $14 | $47 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
298 | $13 | $45 |
| Iron level test | 298 | $6 | $21 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
298 | $8 | $29 |
| C-peptide level test A blood test that measures the amount of C-peptide, a protein produced along with insulin, to help evaluate insulin production and diabetes management. |
224 | $20 | $66 |
| Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 206 | $20 | $37 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
191 | $7 | $38 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
190 | $6 | $11 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
190 | $5 | $11 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
134 | $14 | $90 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
128 | $25 | $83 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
125 | $5 | $33 |
| 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. |
122 | $4 | $21 |
| Sex hormone binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of sex hormone binding globulin, a protein that binds to sex hormones in the bloodstream. |
116 | $21 | $40 |
| Total estradiol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of estradiol, a form of estrogen, in the body. |
112 | $27 | $85 |
| 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. |
111 | $6 | $21 |
| Total cortisol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of cortisol hormone in your body. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
106 | $16 | $60 |
| COVID-19 antibody test A blood test that measures antibodies to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19). It detects the presence of immune response markers to the virus. |
102 | $40 | $76 |
| Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level A blood test to measure the level of follicle stimulating hormone, a reproductive hormone. |
97 | $18 | $83 |
| Luteinizing hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of luteinizing hormone, a reproductive hormone. This test helps evaluate hormonal balance and reproductive function. |
96 | $18 | $83 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
83 | $41 | $96 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
72 | $92 | $253 |
| Blood glucose test using hand-held instrument A test that measures the level of sugar in the blood using a portable device. The result helps monitor blood glucose levels. |
62 | $3 | $5 |
| DHEA-S hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S), a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
55 | $22 | $40 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
51 | $11 | $43 |
| Progesterone level test A blood test that measures the amount of progesterone, a reproductive hormone, in your body. |
50 | $20 | $75 |
| 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. |
50 | $121 | $346 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 38 | $17 | $34 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
35 | $23 | $23 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
34 | $3 | $11 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, cell-culture derived A flu shot containing four strains of influenza virus, produced using cell culture technology rather than eggs. This formulation is free from preservatives and antibiotics. |
26 | $33 | $112 |
| 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. |
19 | $68 | $195 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring with interpretation This procedure involves monitoring blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin, along with the interpretation and reporting of the results. |
15 | $27 | $72 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$30,338
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $4,334/year across 7 years
Top 10% in CA for endocrinology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
85
Companies
1,119
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
$21,304 (70.2%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$8,216 (27.1%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$817 (2.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$3,058
2023
$9,120
2022
$5,100
2021
$3,581
2020
$2,476
2019
$3,795
2018
$3,209
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$388
Lilly USA, LLC
$339
BETA BIONICS, INC.
$214
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$205
Abbott Laboratories
$195
Novo Nordisk Inc
$186
Mannkind Corporation
$182
Amgen Inc.
$167
Dexcom, Inc.
$167
Embecta Corp.
$111
Corcept Therapeutics
$101
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$98
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$77
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$71
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$65
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$60
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$52
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$47
Ascensia Diabetes Care Us Inc.
$44
Insulet Corporation
$44
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals
$43
CALLIDITAS THERAPEUTICS US INC.
$38
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$36
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$35
CeQur Corporation
$24
Medtronic, Inc.
$21
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$20
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 30.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Dexcom, Inc.
$7,634
Amgen Inc.
$1,690
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,575
AbbVie Inc.
$1,510
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$1,358
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,231
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$1,192
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$952
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
$839
Abbott Laboratories
$837
ABBVIE INC.
$822
Insulet Corporation
$724
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$690
Corcept Therapeutics
$667
AbbVie, Inc.
$609
Mannkind Corporation
$554
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$545
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$422
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$416
CeQur Corporation
$400
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$322
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$288
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$272
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$267
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$257
Zealand Pharma US, Inc.
$222
Radius Health, Inc.
$221
BETA BIONICS, INC.
$214
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$212
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$197
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$182
Valeritas, Inc.
$174
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$163
Embecta Corp.
$142
OPKO Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$137
MannKind Corporation
$135
Calliditas Therapeutics US Inc.
$110
CALLIDITAS THERAPEUTICS US INC.
$96
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$93
DEXCOM, INC.
$92
GENZYME CORPORATION
$90
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$89
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$86
Relypsa, Inc.
$84
Senseonics, Incorporated
$77
Acerus Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$74
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$72
Ascensia Diabetes Care Us Inc.
$72
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$70
Alvogen Inc
$68
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$65
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$62
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$56
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$56
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$52
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$44
Amryt Pharma Holdings Ltd
$44
Alfasigma USA, Inc.
$43
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals
$43
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$42
RECORDATI_RARE_DISEASES_INC.
$41
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$37
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$36
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$35
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
$32
Tolmar, Inc.
$29
Gemini Laboratories, LLC
$29
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$29
PFIZER INC.
$26
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$23
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$23
Genentech USA, Inc.
$23
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$23
Companion Medical, Inc.
$22
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$21
Medtronic, Inc.
$21
Exact Sciences Corporation
$21
EISAI INC.
$20
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$16
Allergan, Inc.
$15
Nabriva Therapeutics, plc
$14
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$14
Eisai Inc.
$13
Seqirus USA Inc
$12
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 35.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (70%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 10% for endocrinology in CA.
Geographic Context
Endocrinologists within 10 mi
88
Per 100K population
2.7
County median income
$102,285
Nearest hospital
SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - ENCINITAS
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. Bandukwala is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 8% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 10% of CA peers, with 19 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. Bandukwala experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Bandukwala performed 750 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. Bandukwala receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Bandukwala received a total of $30,338 from 85 companies across 1,119 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. Bandukwala's costs compare to other endocrinologists in Encinitas?
Dr. Bandukwala's average Medicare payment per service is $23. 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. Bandukwala) 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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