Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Leon Feldman, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Rancho Mirage, CA
Practice pattern: Remote & Electrophysiology
— Practice combining remote and electrophysiology services
Consulting-driven
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Feldman 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. Feldman
Dr. Leon Feldman is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Rancho Mirage, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Feldman performed 11,229 Medicare services across 6,880 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Feldman received a total of $388,568 from 28 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 666 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. 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. Feldman 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.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 6% volume in CA
$388,568 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗11,229
Medicare services
Top 6% in CA for cardiovascular disease
6,880
Unique beneficiaries
$50
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~561 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
2,880 | $7 | $23 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
2,123 | $24 | $83 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
749 | $7 | $30 |
| 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. |
544 | $73 | $217 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
513 | $53 | $156 |
| 3D radiographic procedure A radiographic imaging technique that creates three-dimensional representations of internal structures. |
424 | $10 | $26 |
| 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. |
364 | $23 | $94 |
| 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. |
333 | $29 | $146 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
235 | $25 | $62 |
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
205 | $23 | $82 |
| 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. |
200 | $20 | $94 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
179 | $28 | $70 |
| 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. |
144 | $17 | $35 |
| 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 | $102 | $395 |
| 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. |
116 | $144 | $527 |
| 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. |
106 | $638 | $2,057 |
| Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with multiple leads to ensure proper function. |
104 | $49 | $128 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 100 | $146 | $458 |
| 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. |
99 | $46 | $114 |
| Heart catheterization to identify abnormal heart rhythm A tube is inserted into the heart chambers to record electrical activity and locate the source of an irregular heartbeat. |
95 | $224 | $723 |
| Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less This service covers the final day of hospital care when the patient is being discharged. It includes coordination of care and instructions for the patient within a time frame of 30 minutes or less. |
95 | $67 | $191 |
| 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. |
90 | $99 | $271 |
| 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. |
86 | $777 | $2,906 |
| 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. |
85 | $30 | $53 |
| Anticoagulant management for warfarin Management of anticoagulant therapy for a patient taking warfarin. This service involves monitoring and adjusting the medication regimen. |
84 | $7 | $32 |
| 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. |
83 | $19 | $94 |
| 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. |
80 | $110 | $309 |
| Heart chamber tissue destruction via catheter A procedure that destroys tissue in the upper heart chamber using a tube to treat abnormal heart rhythm. |
72 | $252 | $1,101 |
| Permanent leadless pacemaker insertion A small, self-contained pacemaker is placed directly into the heart without using wires. The procedure is guided by imaging to ensure correct positioning. |
69 | $309 | $1,275 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
66 | $19 | $64 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
65 | $21 | $68 |
| Catheter ablation for abnormal heart rhythm A procedure where catheters are inserted to destroy tissue causing irregular heartbeats. |
63 | $252 | $1,275 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg vein image A radiologist reviews an image of a vein in one arm or leg. |
49 | $31 | $39 |
| 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. |
48 | $95 | $282 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while an electrocardiogram is monitored under physician supervision. |
41 | $17 | $59 |
| 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. |
40 | $43 | $133 |
| External shock to heart to regulate heart beat A procedure that delivers an electric shock to the heart from outside the body to restore a normal heart rhythm. |
39 | $90 | $296 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram, with physician review of the results. |
35 | $12 | $39 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
35 | $20 | $30 |
| Programming of single lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for a single-lead implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to ensure proper function. |
34 | $32 | $79 |
| 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. |
33 | $66 | $189 |
| Contrast injection for X-ray imaging Administration of a contrast agent into a vein in the arm or leg to enhance visibility during an X-ray imaging procedure. |
31 | $21 | $126 |
| Heart conduction tissue destruction A procedure that destroys heart conduction tissue to create a heart block. |
25 | $441 | $1,532 |
| Pacemaker/ICD evaluation at implant or replacement Assessment of a single or dual chamber pacing cardioverter-defibrillator and generator during the initial implantation or replacement procedure. |
24 | $131 | $812 |
| 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. |
23 | $369 | $1,354 |
| Pacemaker system programming Adjustment and testing of a multi-lead pacemaker to ensure proper function and settings. |
23 | $33 | $86 |
| 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. |
22 | $749 | $2,384 |
| 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. |
22 | $108 | $355 |
| 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. |
20 | $69 | $413 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with professional review A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a review by a healthcare professional. |
19 | $11 | $71 |
| Electrocardiogram (ECG) A test that records the electrical activity of the heart to monitor its rhythm. |
18 | $96 | $309 |
| Insertion of left lower heart electrode for pacemaker or defibrillator A procedure to place an electrode in the lower part of the left side of the heart. This electrode is used to connect a pacemaker or defibrillator to help regulate the heart's rhythm. |
15 | $380 | $1,215 |
| Radiofrequency ablation for supraventricular tachycardia A procedure to locate and destroy abnormal heart tissue in the upper chambers of the heart that causes a rapid heart rate. |
14 | $687 | $2,163 |
| Removal of subcutaneous heart rhythm monitor This procedure involves the removal of a heart rhythm monitor that has been implanted under the skin. It is a minor surgical intervention to extract the device. |
13 | $55 | $227 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
13 | $3 | $170 |
| 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. |
11 | $10 | $139 |
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.
21.3% high complexity
2.1% medium
76.6% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$388,568
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $55,510/year across 7 years
Top 2% in CA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
28
Companies
666
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
$276,941 (71.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$66,180 (17.0%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$45,447 (11.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$8,235
2023
$24,932
2022
$6,597
2021
$17,662
2020
$92,644
2019
$144,156
2018
$94,342
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Medtronic, Inc.
$6,461
Abbott Laboratories
$890
Boston Scientific Corporation
$680
ATRICURE, INC.
$149
Philips North America LLC
$29
CORDIS US CORP.
$26
Top 3 companies account for 97.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Acutus Medical, Inc.
$172,434
Abbott Laboratories
$99,825
BIOTRONIK INC.
$21,602
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$19,771
Medtronic, Inc.
$18,010
Avertix Medical, Inc
$15,630
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$14,985
PFIZER INC.
$9,177
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$6,885
Boston Scientific Corporation
$3,939
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$3,927
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$999
CardioFocus, Inc.
$225
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$170
ABIOMED
$157
ATRICURE, INC.
$149
AtriCure, Inc.
$126
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$120
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$94
Davol Inc.
$76
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$71
Baxter Healthcare
$51
ENDOTRONIX, INC.
$49
Philips North America LLC
$29
CORDIS US CORP.
$26
Aziyo Biologics, Inc.
$16
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$15
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$10
Top 3 companies account for 75.6% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(8324) Azurion 7 M20 · (9124) LM Undivided · (BS2) LM Undivided · ACCOLADE · ACCOLADE SR · ADVISOR · AMPLATZER AMULET · AMPLATZER Occluders · ASSURITY · ATRICLIP LAA EXCLUSION SYSTEM · ATTAIN COMMAND + SUREVALVE · AVEIR · Accent Pacemaker · Acticor 7 VR-T DX · Allure CRT Pacemaker · Allure Quadra RF CRT Pacemaker · Artis icono floor · Assurity Pacemaker · CARDIOMEMS · CHANTIX · CONFIRM RX · CORDELLA PULOMONARY ARTERY PRESSURE SENSOR · CardioMEMS HF System · Carnation Ambulatory Monitor · Confirm Rx · Connectivity and Remote care · DYNAGEN · EASYTRAK · ECM Patch · ELIQUIS · ENDOTAK RELIANCE S · ENSITE PRECISION · ENTRESTO · EPI-SENSE GUIDED COAGULATION SYSTEM WITH VISITRAX · Edora · Ellipse ICD · Endurity Pacemaker · Ensite Cardiac Mapping System · FINELINE · Fortify Assura · GENERAL TACHY · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL - BRADY · GENERAL - TACHY · GENERAL BRADY · GENERAL PAIN MANAGEMENT · GENERAL TACHY · GENERAL THERAPIES · General - Tachy · Hillrom - Cardiac Ambulatory Monitor · ICDs · INGEVITY · Impella · LATITUDE · LATITUDE Communicator Power Supply · LEQVIO · LINQ II · LUX DX · LUX-DX · LUX-Dx Insertable Cardiac Monitor · LifeVest · MICRA · MITRACLIP · MRI Ready Leads · MYNX CONTROL · Merlin Connectivity and Remote · Micra · PRADAXA · Pacemakers · Pacing Leads · Pouch · Quadra Assura CRT Defibrillator · RELIANCE 4 FRONT · RESONATE · RESONATE EL ICD VR · REVEAL LINQ · S ICD · SAPIEN 3 Ultra RESILIA · SQ RX PULSE GENERATOR · TYRX · Tendril Pacing Lead · VALITUDE · VIGILANT · VIGILANT X4 CRT-D · VersaCross Access Solution · WATCHMAN · WATCHMAN Access System · WATCHMAN FLX · XARELTO · Zero Gravity
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 (71%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 2% for cardiovascular disease in CA.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
31
Per 100K population
1.3
County median income
$89,672
Nearest hospital
EISENHOWER 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. Feldman is a remote & electrophysiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in CA), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 2% of CA peers, with 20 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. Feldman experienced with ekg interpretation and report?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Feldman performed 2,880 ekg interpretation and report 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. Feldman receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Feldman received a total of $388,568 from 28 companies across 666 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. Feldman's costs compare to other cardiologists in Rancho Mirage?
Dr. Feldman's average Medicare payment per service is $50. 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. Feldman) 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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