Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Amandeep Bhalla, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Long Beach, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Mixed engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Bhalla
Dr. Amandeep Bhalla is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Long Beach, CA, with 15 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Bhalla performed 3,916 Medicare services across 2,364 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Bhalla received a total of $1,886,825 from 40 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 643 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. Payments are distributed across multiple categories and often reflect legitimate professional engagement with the medical industry. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Bhalla 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.
✓ 15 years in practice
▲ Top 14% volume in CA
$1,886,825 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗3,916
Medicare services
Top 14% in CA for orthopedic surgery
2,364
Unique beneficiaries
$134
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~261 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. |
1,256 | $105 | $297 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
665 | $35 | $99 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views with bending An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using 2 to 3 views, including bending positions. |
285 | $36 | $114 |
| Betamethasone steroid injection An injection containing a combination of betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. |
255 | $5 | $15 |
| 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. |
172 | $119 | $399 |
| Partial removal of spine bone with nerve release, each additional segment This procedure involves the partial removal of spinal bone to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. It is billed for each additional spinal segment treated beyond the initial segment. |
156 | $167 | $588 |
| 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. |
131 | $133 | $452 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using 4 to 5 different views to visualize the bones and structures in that area. |
97 | $45 | $126 |
| 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. |
77 | $75 | $200 |
| Spinal fusion of additional segment A surgical procedure to join an additional section of the spine to the existing fusion. This is performed as a separate or subsequent step to stabilize more of the spinal column. |
74 | $310 | $1,087 |
| Fusion of spine in lower back | 63 | $1,115 | $4,416 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
62 | $0 | $1 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
57 | $54 | $170 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and structures. |
57 | $32 | $94 |
| Partial removal of spine bone with nerve release, 1 segment A surgical procedure involving the partial removal of a bone segment in the spine to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. This is performed on a single spinal segment. |
56 | $542 | $3,080 |
| Additional spinal bone removal and nerve release This procedure involves the additional removal of spine bone, re-exploration, release of spinal cord or nerves, and/or disc removal at each extra interspace. |
49 | $293 | $1,000 |
| Spinal stabilization device placement, 3-6 segments Surgical placement of a device to stabilize three to six vertebrae in the back. |
44 | $604 | $2,080 |
| X-ray of middle spine, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints. |
44 | $28 | $88 |
| Computer-assisted spinal procedure A surgical or diagnostic procedure involving the spine that utilizes computer technology to assist with planning, navigation, or execution. |
43 | $188 | $553 |
| X-ray of entire middle and lower spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the entire middle and lower spine to visualize the bones and structures in these areas. |
40 | $63 | $178 |
| Sacral spine nerve root injection with imaging guidance An injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a sacral spine nerve root. The procedure uses imaging guidance to ensure accurate placement. |
34 | $85 | $751 |
| Skin graft repair of trunk, 10.1-30 sq cm A surgical procedure to repair a wound on the trunk by transferring skin from another area. The graft covers a surface area between 10.1 and 30.0 square centimeters. |
32 | $295 | $2,229 |
| Partial spine bone removal with nerve release, 1 interspace This procedure involves removing part of the spine bone, re-exploring the area, and releasing the lower spinal cord or nerves, along with removing a disc at one spinal level. |
31 | $1,595 | $6,872 |
| Spine fusion with cage or mesh device insertion A surgical procedure to fuse spine bones by inserting a cage or mesh device into the disc space. |
27 | $210 | $710 |
| 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. |
24 | $12 | $72 |
| Placement of stabilizing device to back of 1 spine bone in neck A procedure involving the placement of a stabilizing device on the back of a single vertebra in the neck. |
23 | $617 | $2,108 |
| Anterior lumbar interbody fusion with partial disc removal A surgical procedure to fuse the lower spine bones by accessing the area through the abdomen and partially removing a spinal disc. |
17 | $516 | $4,276 |
| Spinal stabilization device placement, 2-3 segments Surgical placement of a device to stabilize the front of two to three spinal segments. |
17 | $577 | $2,027 |
| 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. |
16 | $136 | $549 |
| 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. |
12 | $9 | $149 |
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.
4.6% high complexity
11.0% medium
84.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,886,825
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $269,546/year across 7 years
Top 2% in CA for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
40
Companies
643
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.
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$1,510,577 (80.1%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$232,491 (12.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$116,998 (6.2%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$26,760 (1.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$40,617
2023
$140,837
2022
$1,489,990
2021
$44,084
2020
$56,970
2019
$58,601
2018
$55,726
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$24,344
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$11,337
DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
$2,723
KYOCERA MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
$800
Alphatec Spine, Inc
$441
Stryker Corporation
$293
Globus Medical, Inc.
$239
Centinel Spine, LLC
$181
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$129
SI-BONE, INC.
$58
Bioventus LLC
$47
Abbott Laboratories
$24
Top 3 companies account for 94.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.
$1,513,750
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$167,787
Globus Medical, Inc.
$98,103
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$33,857
SEASPINE ORTHOPEDICS CORPORATION
$30,086
NuVasive, Inc.
$16,162
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$9,322
Cerapedics, Inc.
$4,159
Alphatec Spine, Inc
$3,257
Medtronic, Inc.
$1,928
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$1,900
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$1,254
SeaSpine Orthopedics Corporation
$1,004
KYOCERA MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
$800
Stryker Corporation
$470
Baxter Healthcare
$460
ZIMVIE INC.
$434
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$352
Medicrea USA, Corp.
$250
BAXTER HEALTHCARE
$185
Centinel Spine, LLC
$181
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$174
Biocomposites Inc
$162
Bioventus LLC
$116
Prosidyan, Inc
$96
SI-BONE, INC.
$89
Ethicon US, LLC
$80
PFIZER INC.
$52
Boston Scientific Corporation
$44
Cerapedics Inc.
$42
Augmedics Inc.
$41
Horizon Pharma plc
$39
PROVIDENCE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, INC.
$36
Nevro Corp.
$35
Spine Wave, Inc.
$28
Abbott Laboratories
$24
Neo Spine USA Inc
$22
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$19
SI-BONE, Inc.
$13
ERMI Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 94.3% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
3D Printed Integrated ALIF Spa · ACCOLADE · AFFIRM · ALIF Instruments (Universal) · ALTERA · ANKLE HINDFOOT NAILING SYSTEM · ANTEGRA · ASCENT · ASCENT;ASCENT LE;CENTURION · ASCENT;ASCENT LE;FIREBIRD SFS;ICON SFS;SFS · BONESCALPEL & SONICONE (O.R.) · BRIDION · Battalion PLIF - PS · Bendini · Biologics · Biomet OrthoPak Non-invasive Bone Growth Stimulator System · Bonescalpel · CALIBER · CANOPY · CATALYFT PL EXPANDABLE INTERBODY SYSTEM · CD HORIZON SPINAL SYSTEM · COALITION · COALITION AGX · COHERE · CONDUIT · CONFIDENCE · COUGAR · CREO · CREO Deformity · CREO MIS · CREO MIS Stabilization System · Corbel · DBX · DUEXIS · ELLIPSE · ELSA · ETERNA · EXCELSIUS · EXCELSIUS GPS · EXPAREL · EXPEDIUM · Excelsius - GPS · Excelsius Robotics System · Excelsius Spine 1.1 · Excelsius3D Imaging System · ExcelsiusGPS Robotic Navigation System · Expandable IBD · Exparel · FIBERGRAFT · FIBERGRAFT BG MORSELS · FIBERGRAFT BG Morsels · FIBULINK · FLOSEAL · FORTIFY · Fibergraft BG Matrix · Forza · GELFOAM · HEDRON · Hedron IA · Hollywood NanoMetalene · I-FACTOR PEPTIDE ENHANCED BONE GRAFT · INDEPENDENCE · INTELLIS · INTELLIS ADAPTIVESTIM · IdentiTi · Iliac Screw Fixation · Infinion 16 · Intradiscal Osteotomy · Invictus MIS · Invictus OPEN · Iovera · KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty · KYPHON EXPRESS II KYPHOPAK TRAY · LIFENET OPTIUM · LessRay · M6-C · MAKO · MARS 3V Lateral Retractor · MAZOR X SYSTEM · MONOVISC · Mariner · Mariner MIS · Mariner MIS TLIF Retractor · MazorX Renaissance · Mega Power · Mobi-C · Modulus · NAVIGATION · Neo Pedicle Screw System · NewBridge · NorthStar · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION · Omnia · Other - Miscellaneous · PASS-LP · PENNSAID · PRODISC L · Polaris S.S. Spinal System · Posterior Fusion · ProLift Expandable TLIF · RESTORE · RISE · Regatta · Regatta Lateral System · Rise/Creo · SABLE · SIGNIFY · SPINEJACK · STEALTHSTATION S8 PLATFORM · SURGIFLO Hemostatic Matrix · SYMPHONY · SYNAPSE · SYNFIX · SYNFIX Evolution · SYNFLATE · SYNJECT · Shoreline · Simplify Cervical Artificial Disc · Skipjack · Solus ALIF · Spine · Spine & Trauma 3D Navigation · StealthStation · Stimulan · TLIF · TLX · TRITANIUM · Timberline · TrellOss · TrellOss-C SA · UNID_PASS · VAPR · VBR · VERTECEM · VERTECEM II · VIPER · Velys · Virage · Vital · ViviGen · WaveWriter Alpha Prime 16 · XLIF · Xvision · ZERO-P · i-FACTOR Putty
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 →
Payments are distributed across multiple categories with no single dominant type. Total industry engagement is in the top 2% for orthopedic surgery in CA.
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
630
Per 100K population
6.4
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
MEMORIALCARE LONG BEACH MEDICAL CENTER
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. Bhalla is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 14% in CA), with mixed engagement industry engagement in the top 2% of CA peers, with 15 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. Bhalla experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Bhalla performed 1,256 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. Bhalla receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Bhalla received a total of $1,886,825 from 40 companies across 643 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. Bhalla's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Long Beach?
Dr. Bhalla's average Medicare payment per service is $134. 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. Bhalla) 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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