Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Susan Pekarovics, M.D.
Endocrinology · Los Angeles, 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. Pekarovics
Dr. Susan Pekarovics is an endocrinology specialist in Los Angeles, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Pekarovics performed 22,472 Medicare services across 2,230 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Pekarovics received a total of $7,053 from 41 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 334 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. Pekarovics 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 3% volume in CA
$7,053 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗22,472
Medicare services
Top 3% in CA for endocrinology
2,230
Unique beneficiaries
$30
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,183 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allergy skin patch test A diagnostic test where small amounts of potential allergens are applied to the skin to identify substances that cause an allergic reaction. |
10,332 | $5 | $20 |
| Joint lubricant injection (Synvisc) | 5,220 | $7 | $26 |
| 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. |
945 | $148 | $687 |
| 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. |
921 | $107 | $173 |
| 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. |
921 | $12 | $29 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
909 | $8 | $12 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
323 | $4 | $40 |
| Influenza virus nucleic acid detection test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid technology to detect multiple types of influenza virus. |
266 | $94 | $301 |
| Laser vein destruction with imaging guidance This procedure uses laser energy to destroy a faulty vein in the arm or leg. Imaging guidance is used to ensure accurate placement during the treatment. |
258 | $894 | $2,000 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
254 | $3 | $33 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
232 | $55 | $500 |
| Glycated protein level test A blood test that measures the level of glycated protein to assess average blood sugar control over time. |
227 | $16 | $46 |
| Range of motion measurement A test to measure how far a patient can move their arms, legs, or spine sections. |
210 | $19 | $150 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
201 | $10 | $67 |
| 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. |
168 | $100 | $574 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
112 | $13 | $125 |
| Extended eye exam with retinal drawing A detailed examination of the back of the eye that includes creating a drawing of the retina. |
110 | $20 | $144 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
99 | $16 | $61 |
| 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. |
79 | $33 | $50 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
79 | $33 | $50 |
| 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. |
69 | $12 | $58 |
| 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. |
64 | $78 | $400 |
| 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. |
61 | $12 | $200 |
| Infectious agent antibody test A laboratory test that detects the presence of antibodies to identify an infectious agent. The results are reported as qualitative or semiquantitative. |
58 | $18 | $85 |
| 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. |
54 | $6 | $36 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 43 | $168 | $800 |
| Cefotaxime sodium injection An injection of the antibiotic cefotaxime sodium, measured per gram. |
40 | $8 | $169 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
33 | $1 | $27 |
| Pneumococcal vaccine, 23-valent A vaccine that protects against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. It is used to prevent infections caused by these bacteria. |
29 | $71 | $75 |
| 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. |
29 | $144 | $682 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
29 | $33 | $50 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
28 | $39 | $104 |
| COVID-19 immunoassay detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay method to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) through direct visual observation. |
22 | $41 | $173 |
| Hospital discharge management, 30+ min This service covers the care provided by a physician or qualified healthcare professional on the day a patient is discharged from the hospital. It requires more than 30 minutes of total time spent on the day of discharge. |
17 | $97 | $375 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It allows healthcare providers to examine the structure and blood flow within these arteries. |
16 | $76 | $375 |
| 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. |
14 | $44 | $95 |
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 ↗$7,053
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,008/year across 7 years
Top 24% in CA for endocrinology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
41
Companies
334
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
$7,053 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,144
2023
$1,474
2022
$1,236
2021
$1,145
2020
$687
2019
$701
2018
$666
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$289
Lilly USA, LLC
$228
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$114
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$94
Novo Nordisk Inc
$76
Amgen Inc.
$68
Mannkind Corporation
$64
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$58
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$29
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$28
Abbott Laboratories
$24
Ascendis Pharma Inc
$19
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$18
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$18
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$17
Top 3 companies account for 55.1% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$1,166
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,096
Amgen Inc.
$922
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$792
Novo Nordisk Inc
$552
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$244
AbbVie Inc.
$221
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$173
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$166
ABBVIE INC.
$151
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$128
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$126
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$125
Shire North American Group Inc
$95
Mannkind Corporation
$85
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$81
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$78
Zealand Pharma US, Inc.
$78
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$78
Abbott Laboratories
$73
RECORDATI_RARE_DISEASES_INC.
$70
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$58
Amryt Pharma Holdings Ltd
$55
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$44
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$39
Optos, Inc.
$38
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$37
Upsher-Smith Laboratories LLC
$34
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$28
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$27
PFIZER INC.
$26
EUSA Pharma (US) LLC
$22
AbbVie, Inc.
$20
Ascendis Pharma Inc
$19
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$18
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$18
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$17
Alfasigma USA, Inc.
$16
Allergan, Inc.
$14
Eisai Inc.
$13
Venclose Inc.
$9
Top 3 companies account for 45.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AFREZZA · Amitiza · BAQSIMI · BREZTRI · BYDUREON · CARTO 3 · CREON · Corlanor · Creon · DUPIXENT · Dayvigo · Dexilant · EMGALITY · ENTRESTO · ETERNA · EVENITY · EVRSF · FARXIGA · FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 · HUMULIN · ISTURISA · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · Kerendia · LEQVIO · LICART · LINZESS · Licart · Linzess · MOTEGRITY · MOUNJARO · MYCAPSSA · MYRBETRIQ · Motegrity · NATPARA · OCT OPHTHALMOSCOPE · ORTHOVISC · Otezla · Ozempic · PANORAMIC OPHTHALMOSCOPE · PROCLAIM · Prolia · QUDEXY XR Topiramate Extended Release Capsules · RYBELSUS · Repatha · Rybelsus · SIGNIFOR LAR · SOLIQUA 100/33 · SOMAVERT · STEGLATRO · SYMBICORT · SYNTHROID · SYNVISC-ONE · Sylvant · TEPEZZA · TRADJENTA · TRINTELLIX · TROKENDI XR · TRULICITY · TZIELD · Tirosint · Tresiba · Trulance · VIBERZI · XIFAXAN · XIGDUO · ZEGALOGUE
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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Endocrinologists within 10 mi
270
Per 100K population
2.7
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
CEDARS-SINAI 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. Pekarovics is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Pekarovics experienced with allergy skin patch test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Pekarovics performed 10,332 allergy skin patch test 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. Pekarovics receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Pekarovics received a total of $7,053 from 41 companies across 334 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. Pekarovics's costs compare to other endocrinologists in Los Angeles?
Dr. Pekarovics's average Medicare payment per service is $30. 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. Pekarovics) 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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