Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Steven Kang, MD
Cardiovascular Disease · Oakland, CA
Practice pattern: Remote & Electrophysiology
— Practice combining remote and electrophysiology services
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Kang
Dr. Steven Kang is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Oakland, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kang performed 4,494 Medicare services across 2,374 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kang received a total of $503,438 from 28 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 628 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. The majority of payments are for speaking programs and promotional activities, reflecting participation in industry-sponsored events. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Kang 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 23% volume in CA
$503,438 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,494
Medicare services
Top 23% in CA for cardiovascular disease
2,374
Unique beneficiaries
$55
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~237 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart device, up to 30 days Remote evaluation of an implanted heart or blood vessel monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
1,124 | $22 | $101 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
520 | $22 | $156 |
| 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. |
418 | $13 | $112 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
269 | $22 | $166 |
| Remote pacemaker monitoring, 90 days Remote assessment of a pacemaker system, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless devices, performed up to 90 days apart. |
265 | $24 | $137 |
| Remote evaluation of implantable defibrillator system Remote assessment of a single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the previous evaluation. |
260 | $30 | $269 |
| 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. |
199 | $105 | $365 |
| Remote cardiac rhythm monitor evaluation, up to 30 days Review and analysis of data from a remote cardiac rhythm monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
178 | $22 | $111 |
| 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. |
171 | $109 | $482 |
| 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. |
139 | $152 | $621 |
| EKG interpretation and report A standard electrocardiogram test that records the heart's electrical activity using at least 12 leads. The service includes a professional interpretation of the results and a written report. |
86 | $7 | $56 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
70 | $20 | $162 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
70 | $115 | $520 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 8-15 days This procedure involves recording heart rhythm continuously using an external EKG device over a period of 8 to 15 days. |
69 | $12 | $73 |
| 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. |
68 | $81 | $367 |
| Critical care, first 30-74 min Emergency medical care for a critically ill or injured patient lasting between 30 and 74 minutes. This service involves direct patient care and medical decision making to stabilize the patient. |
56 | $185 | $1,243 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
55 | $64 | $357 |
| 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. |
52 | $154 | $753 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
44 | $61 | $296 |
| Catheter ablation for abnormal heart rhythm A procedure where catheters are inserted to destroy tissue causing irregular heartbeats. |
40 | $253 | $1,511 |
| Evaluation of implantable heart and blood vessel monitoring system This procedure involves checking the function and data of an implanted device used to monitor heart and blood vessel activity. |
35 | $19 | $86 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with professional review A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a review by a healthcare professional. |
34 | $14 | $157 |
| 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. |
34 | $150 | $676 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 29 | $175 | $814 |
| Pacemaker insertion with heart chamber electrodes A surgical procedure to implant a pacemaker device and place electrodes into the upper and lower chambers of the heart to regulate heart rhythm. |
28 | $434 | $2,298 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 48 hours to 7 days This procedure involves recording the heart's electrical activity continuously using an external device for a period exceeding 48 hours but not more than 7 days. |
23 | $12 | $73 |
| Repair of left upper heart chamber with implant A surgical procedure to repair the left upper chamber of the heart using an implanted device, with review by a radiologist. |
21 | $630 | $3,130 |
| 2-day continuous ECG monitoring A continuous electrocardiogram recording that captures heart activity over a 48-hour period. This test helps detect irregular heart rhythms or other cardiac issues that may not appear during a standard, short-term ECG. |
20 | $15 | $205 |
| Atrial fibrillation ablation with pulmonary vein isolation A procedure to treat atrial fibrillation by mapping the heart's electrical activity and destroying tissue causing irregular contractions. This is done by isolating the pulmonary veins using catheter-based destruction. |
20 | $764 | $3,987 |
| Heart chamber tissue destruction via catheter A procedure that destroys tissue in the upper heart chamber using a tube to treat abnormal heart rhythm. |
20 | $248 | $1,495 |
| Telehealth originating site facility fee A fee charged by the facility where a patient is located for telehealth services. This covers the use of the site's equipment and staff to connect with a remote provider. |
19 | $21 | $77 |
| Programming of dual lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with two leads to ensure proper function. |
18 | $74 | $355 |
| 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. |
14 | $11 | $204 |
| Insertion of implantable defibrillator system A surgical procedure to place an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) device into the body. The device is connected to the heart to monitor heart rhythm and deliver shocks if dangerous arrhythmias occur. |
13 | $758 | $3,688 |
| Heart rhythm stimulator programming after drug infusion Adjustment of a heart rhythm stimulation device following a drug infusion. This procedure involves reprogramming the device settings to ensure proper function after the medication has been administered. |
13 | $77 | $672 |
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.
28.8% high complexity
0.0% medium
71.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$503,438
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $71,920/year across 7 years
Top 1% in CA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
28
Companies
628
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.
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$467,179 (92.8%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$24,955 (5.0%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$11,304 (2.2%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$154,789
2023
$5,222
2022
$63,477
2021
$41,693
2020
$21,155
2019
$103,978
2018
$113,124
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$94,396
Boston Scientific Corporation
$54,811
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$4,413
Abbott Laboratories
$326
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$320
ATRICURE, INC.
$119
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$94
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$93
Philips North America LLC
$89
BIOTRONIK INC.
$86
Aroa Biosurgery Incorporated
$44
Top 3 companies account for 99.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$317,828
Boston Scientific Corporation
$78,859
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$48,245
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$15,378
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$10,361
Invuity, Inc.
$10,181
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$4,576
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$3,462
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$2,839
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$2,839
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$2,790
Stryker Corporation
$2,116
Abbott Laboratories
$1,564
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$979
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$390
Silk Road Medical, Inc.
$129
ABIOMED
$127
ATRICURE, INC.
$119
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$116
Aroa Biosurgery Incorporated
$103
BIOTRONIK INC.
$99
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$93
Philips North America LLC
$89
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$78
Osprey Medical Inc
$27
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$20
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$20
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 88.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(9274) LLD · ACCOLADE · AMPLATZER AMULET · Azure · CARTO 3 · CVX-300 · CardioMEMS HF System · Carto 3 System · Carto Smarttouch · CartoSound · DyeVert · ELIQUIS · EMBLEM · ENROUTE .014 Guidewire · ENSITE · ENSITE PRECISION · ENTRESTO · EPI-SENSE GUIDED COAGULATION SYSTEM WITH VISITRAX · Edwards SAPIEN 3 Ultra Transcatheter Heart Valve · EnSite Precision Cardiac Mapping System · GALLANT · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL - THERAPIES · GENERAL THERAPIES · General - Therapies · HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Dev · IGT Device Undivided · INGEVITY+ · Impella · JARDIANCE · JOT DX · LABSYSTEM · LATITUDE Communicator Power Supply · LUX DX · LUX-Dx Insertable Cardiac Monitor · LifeVest · NSE - NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT · OCTARAY MAPPING CATHETER · OPTIMIZER · Optimizer · PHOTONBLADE · PRALUENT ALIROCUMAB INJECTION · Photonblade · RESONATE · RHYTHMIA · Reveal LINQ · Rhythmia Mapping System · SQ RX PULSE GENERATOR · SURG - NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT · Solitaire · THERAPIES · VIGILANT · WATCHMAN · WATCHMAN Access System · WATCHMAN FLX · XARELTO · ZIO XT Patch · Zio monitor · myLUX Patient Kit with mobile device
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 (93%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in cardiovascular disease and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 1% for cardiovascular disease in CA.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
241
Per 100K population
14.6
County median income
$126,240
Nearest hospital
ALTA BATES SUMMIT 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. Kang is a remote & electrophysiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 23% in CA), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 1% 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. Kang experienced with remote monitoring of implantable heart device, up to 30 days?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kang performed 1,124 remote monitoring of implantable heart device, up to 30 days 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. Kang receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kang received a total of $503,438 from 28 companies across 628 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. Kang's costs compare to other cardiologists in Oakland?
Dr. Kang's average Medicare payment per service is $55. 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. Kang) 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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