Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Deepak Stokes, M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology · Eureka, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology — Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
3200 WALFORD AVE # E, Eureka, CA 95503
7074453443
In practice since 2005 (20 years)
NPI: 1528066206 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Stokes

Dr. Deepak Stokes is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in Eureka, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Stokes performed 977 Medicare services across 897 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Stokes received a total of $3,262 from 20 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 52 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in obstetrics & gynecology. 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. Stokes 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 5% volume in CA $3,262 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
977
Medicare services
Top 5% in CA for obstetrics & gynecology
897
Unique beneficiaries
$106
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~49 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
Bone density scan (DEXA)
A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures.
312 $40 $200
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.
175 $85 $345
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.
131 $64 $245
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.
94 $117 $447
Complete pelvic ultrasound
An imaging test using sound waves to create pictures of the organs and structures within the pelvis.
44 $76 $200
Transvaginal pelvic ultrasound
An ultrasound exam using a probe inserted into the vagina to image the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, cervix, and surrounding pelvic structures.
41 $82 $300
Vaginal repair of tissue between vagina, rectum, and bladder
A surgical procedure to repair the vaginal wall and the tissue separating the vagina from the rectum and bladder.
29 $389 $2,074
Endometrial biopsy or polyp removal
A procedure to collect a tissue sample from the uterine lining or remove a polyp using a thin, lighted tube inserted through the cervix.
27 $182 $4,035
Pelvic and clinical breast exam for cancer screening
A physical examination of the pelvis and breasts to screen for cervical or vaginal cancer. This procedure involves a clinical assessment performed by a healthcare provider.
27 $40 $107
Urethral sling procedure for female incontinence
A surgical procedure that creates a supportive sling around the urethra to help control urinary leakage in women.
24 $298 $1,987
Vaginal hysterectomy with salpingo-oophorectomy, uterus 250g or less
Surgical removal of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and/or ovaries through the vagina using an endoscope. This procedure is performed when the uterus weighs 250 grams or less.
23 $765 $2,598
Vaginal repair of pelvic ligaments
A surgical procedure to repair pelvic ligaments through the vagina.
13 $299 $1,852
Bone density scan (DEXA) of forearm, finger, hand, or foot
A DEXA scan measures bone mineral density in the forearm, finger, hand, or foot. This test helps assess bone strength and risk of fracture.
13 $33 $100
Vaginal repair of prolapsing vaginal vault
A surgical procedure to correct a prolapse of the vaginal vault by repairing it through the vagina.
12 $280 $1,865
Pap smear screening test
A screening test to collect and prepare a cervical or vaginal sample for laboratory analysis.
12 $45 $124
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 ↗
$3,262
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $466/year across 7 years
Top 16% in CA for obstetrics & gynecology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
20
Companies
52
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
$3,100 (95.0%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$162 (5.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$236
2023
$205
2022
$284
2021
$83
2020
$395
2019
$223
2018
$1,837

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$162
Organon Llc
$28
Abbott Laboratories
$25
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$21
Top 3 companies account for 91.1% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$1,681
AbbVie Inc.
$222
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$202
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$175
Davol Inc.
$165
Stryker Corporation
$128
PFIZER INC.
$128
ABBVIE INC.
$123
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$105
Boston Scientific Corporation
$76
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$39
Medtronic, Inc.
$38
Caldera Medical, Inc
$29
Organon Llc
$28
Allergan, Inc.
$28
Abbott Laboratories
$25
Organon LLC
$21
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$18
HOLOGIC INC
$18
AbbVie, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 64.5% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
1588 HD 3 CHIP CAMERA · 3DIMENSIONS · ARISTA AH FLEXITIP · BOTOX · ClosureFast · Desara · ENTYVIO · Entyvio · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · GARDASIL 9 · GENERAL ENDOCHOICE · LIGASURE · MYFEMBREE · NEXPLANON · ORIAHNN · ORILISSA · Orilissa · PREMARIN · PROGEL · Progel · RINVOQ · Veozah
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 (95%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

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Geographic Context

Obstetricians & gynecologists within 10 mi
9
Per 100K population
6.6
County median income
$61,135
Nearest hospital
PROVIDENCE ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
4.8 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. Stokes is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 5% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 16% of CA peers, 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. Stokes experienced with bone density scan (dexa)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Stokes performed 312 bone density scan (dexa) 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. Stokes receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Stokes received a total of $3,262 from 20 companies across 52 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. Stokes's costs compare to other obstetricians & gynecologists in Eureka?
Dr. Stokes's average Medicare payment per service is $106. 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. Stokes) 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 →
About this page

All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →