Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Tuan Pham, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-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.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Pham from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Pham
Dr. Tuan Pham is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Pham performed 4,787 Medicare services across 1,897 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Pham received a total of $17,348 from 38 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 570 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. 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. Pham 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 21% volume in CA
$17,348 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,787
Medicare services
Top 21% in CA for cardiovascular disease
1,897
Unique beneficiaries
$101
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~252 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. |
1,844 | $94 | $250 |
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
841 | $0 | $5 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
224 | $159 | $465 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
218 | $154 | $485 |
| 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. |
165 | $7 | $30 |
| 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. |
154 | $838 | $1,731 |
| 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. |
128 | $69 | $265 |
| Additional sedation, per 15 minutes Administration of a drug to deepen sedation during a procedure. This code covers each additional 15-minute increment of sedation beyond the initial period. |
126 | $8 | $33 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck blood flow, bilateral An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow in the vessels of both the head and the neck. |
122 | $158 | $480 |
| Heparin sodium injection, per 1000 units An injection of heparin sodium, a blood thinner, administered in units of 1000. |
117 | $0 | $15 |
| 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. |
112 | $10 | $40 |
| 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. |
101 | $110 | $380 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
76 | $195 | $610 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
59 | $102 | $198 |
| Midazolam injection, per 1 mg Administration of midazolam hydrochloride, a sedative medication, measured in 1 mg increments. |
56 | $0 | $15 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
52 | $38 | $400 |
| Pacemaker system evaluation Assessment of a pacemaker device, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless systems. |
42 | $45 | $105 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
38 | $40 | $75 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 35 | $180 | $685 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
31 | $64 | $165 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
28 | $122 | $300 |
| 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. |
25 | $141 | $460 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
24 | $42 | $80 |
| Arterial tube insertion, first branch A procedure to insert a tube into the first branch of an artery in the abdomen, pelvis, or leg. |
23 | $444 | $2,862 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery image A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in the arm or leg. This process involves analyzing the visual data to assess the blood vessels. |
23 | $105 | $390 |
| 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. |
22 | $29 | $74 |
| 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. |
22 | $37 | $100 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with review and report A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a professional review and written report of the results. |
19 | $54 | $210 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram under physician supervision and review. |
18 | $56 | $165 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress using a special camera. |
15 | $351 | $1,140 |
| Coronary stent placement A procedure to insert a stent into a coronary artery or its branch to keep it open, using balloon dilation during the process. |
15 | $449 | $1,350 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
12 | $16 | $32 |
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.
6.5% high complexity
37.3% medium
56.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$17,348
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,478/year across 7 years
Top 19% in CA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
38
Companies
570
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
$9,906 (57.1%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$7,442 (42.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$6,347
2023
$4,333
2022
$1,572
2021
$1,404
2020
$1,031
2019
$1,349
2018
$1,311
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$4,800
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$375
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$273
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$193
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$159
PFIZER INC.
$147
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$128
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$118
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$49
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$41
Boston Scientific Corporation
$35
Celgene Corporation
$15
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$13
Top 3 companies account for 85.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$7,442
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$1,285
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,056
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,019
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$965
Boston Scientific Corporation
$890
Amgen Inc.
$775
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$679
PFIZER INC.
$461
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$335
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$324
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$222
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$205
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$198
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$193
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$180
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$168
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
$128
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$126
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$66
Allergan Inc.
$53
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$50
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$50
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$49
ARALEZ PHARMACEUTICALS US INC.
$49
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$48
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$47
CathWorks, Inc.
$47
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$45
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$39
Abbott Laboratories
$31
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$26
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$25
Baxter Healthcare
$19
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$15
Celgene Corporation
$15
ABIOMED
$14
ACIST MEDICAL SYSTEMS, INC.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 56.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (57%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
145
Per 100K population
6.6
County median income
$82,184
Nearest hospital
SAN ANTONIO REGIONAL HOSPITAL
4.8 mi
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. Pham is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 21% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 19% 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. Pham experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Pham performed 1,844 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. Pham receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Pham received a total of $17,348 from 38 companies across 570 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. Pham's costs compare to other cardiologists in Rancho Cucamonga?
Dr. Pham's average Medicare payment per service is $101. 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. Pham) 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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