Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Jason Salsamendi, M.D.
Radiation Oncology · Irvine, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Mixed engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Salsamendi
Dr. Jason Salsamendi is a radiation oncology specialist in Irvine, CA, with 16 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Salsamendi performed 1,209 Medicare services across 1,081 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Salsamendi received a total of $9,382 from 19 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 58 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Salsamendi 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.
✓ 16 years in practice
▲ 1,209 Medicare services
$9,382 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,209
Medicare services
Bottom 35% in CA for radiation oncology
Lower Medicare volume may reflect subspecialty focus, hospital-based work, or a higher share of non-Medicare patients.
1,081
Unique beneficiaries
$58
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~76 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
167 | $10 | $37 |
| CT scan of chest with contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures. |
94 | $44 | $224 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
92 | $15 | $107 |
| 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. |
85 | $12 | $43 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
76 | $59 | $208 |
| Central venous port insertion A surgical procedure to place a small reservoir under the skin for long-term access to the bloodstream. The device is connected to a vein to allow for repeated medication administration or blood draws. |
70 | $275 | $1,201 |
| 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. |
69 | $76 | $350 |
| Nuclear medicine scan from skull base to mid-thigh with CT A nuclear medicine imaging study covering the area from the base of the skull to the middle of the thighs, performed alongside a CT scan. |
47 | $95 | $360 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
45 | $57 | $227 |
| Abdominal fluid drainage with imaging guidance Removal of fluid from the abdominal cavity using imaging technology to guide the procedure. |
42 | $81 | $397 |
| 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. |
38 | $42 | $209 |
| 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. |
38 | $23 | $113 |
| Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration A procedure to remove a small sample of bone marrow and liquid for laboratory testing. The sample is analyzed to help diagnose various medical conditions. |
37 | $60 | $276 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
34 | $25 | $97 |
| Chest fluid aspiration with imaging guidance This procedure involves removing fluid from the chest cavity using imaging technology to guide the needle placement. |
32 | $90 | $454 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, each additional growth This procedure involves using ultrasound guidance to perform a fine needle aspiration biopsy on an additional growth during the same session. |
31 | $42 | $154 |
| Chest X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the chest taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the structures within the chest cavity. |
29 | $7 | $32 |
| Whole body nuclear medicine scan with CT A combined imaging procedure using nuclear medicine and CT scans to visualize the entire body. |
20 | $86 | $363 |
| Needle biopsy or removal of surface lymph nodes A procedure to obtain a tissue sample or remove lymph nodes located near the surface of the body using a needle. |
19 | $68 | $409 |
| 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. |
19 | $10 | $59 |
| 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. |
19 | $78 | $256 |
| 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. |
17 | $8 | $40 |
| Removal of central venous port or pump A procedure to remove a central venous access device, such as a port or pump, from the body. |
16 | $159 | $840 |
| 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. |
15 | $69 | $312 |
| 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. |
13 | $112 | $451 |
| Liver needle biopsy through skin A procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove a small sample of liver tissue for examination. |
12 | $70 | $574 |
| Deep bone biopsy using needle or trocar A procedure to obtain a tissue sample from deep within the bone using a needle or trocar for examination. |
11 | $100 | $776 |
| Needle biopsy of abdominal cavity growth A needle is inserted into a growth within the abdominal cavity to remove a small tissue sample for laboratory analysis. |
11 | $59 | $637 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
11 | $30 | $148 |
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 ↗$9,382
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,340/year across 7 years
Top 9% in CA for radiation oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
19
Companies
58
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.
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$3,641 (38.8%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,247 (34.6%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$2,493 (26.6%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$3,665
2023
$153
2022
$4,868
2021
$129
2020
$37
2019
$353
2018
$177
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$3,641
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$24
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$3,657
TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc.
$2,646
Penumbra, Inc.
$1,102
Terumo Medical Corporation
$607
Boston Scientific Corporation
$226
Inari Medical, Inc.
$197
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$189
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$139
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$125
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$121
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$116
Medtronic, Inc.
$90
Genentech USA, Inc.
$44
BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.
$31
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$24
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$23
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$19
Biocompatibles, Inc.
$14
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$13
Top 3 companies account for 78.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ABRE · AZUR CX DETACHABLE · Artis icono floor · CARDIVA VASCADE 6/7F VCS · CERTUS 140 MICROWAVE ABLATION SYSTEM · Chameleon · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · GENERAL - THERAPIES · Glidesheath · ILLUCCIX · Indigo System · KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty · LUTONIX · Lutonix Drug Coated Balloon · MAGNETOM Vida · NANOKNIFE · NAVICROSS · PYLARIFY · S · Somatom Force · SpaceOAR VUE System - 10mL · SpyGlass · TECENTRIQ · TRINAV INFUSION SYSTEM · TheraSphere Y90 Glass Microspheres 10 GBq · ULTRASCORE · VISUAL-ICE · WALLSTENT · Xofigo
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 (39%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 9% for radiation oncology in CA.
Geographic Context
Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
337
Per 100K population
10.7
County median income
$113,702
Nearest hospital
HOAG ORTHOPEDIC INSTITUTE
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. Salsamendi is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with mixed engagement industry engagement in the top 9% of CA peers, with 16 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. Salsamendi experienced with sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Salsamendi performed 167 sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes 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. Salsamendi receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Salsamendi received a total of $9,382 from 19 companies across 58 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. Salsamendi's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Irvine?
Dr. Salsamendi's average Medicare payment per service is $58. 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. Salsamendi) 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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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.
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