Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mehran Elly, M.D., PH.D
Radiation Oncology · Rancho Mirage, 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
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Elly 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. Elly
Dr. Mehran Elly is a radiation oncology specialist in Rancho Mirage, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Elly performed 22,804 Medicare services across 1,190 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Elly received a total of $2,696 from 13 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 76 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. 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. Elly 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 9% volume in CA
$2,696 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗22,804
Medicare services
Top 9% in CA for radiation oncology
1,190
Unique beneficiaries
$8
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,200 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
17,755 | $0 | $1 |
| MRI contrast dye injection (gadobutrol) | 3,986 | $0 | $1 |
| Chest X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the chest taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the structures within the chest cavity. |
180 | $7 | $24 |
| Abdominal fluid drainage with imaging guidance Removal of fluid from the abdominal cavity using imaging technology to guide the procedure. |
102 | $82 | $289 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
84 | $117 | $370 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
64 | $97 | $388 |
| CT scan of head/brain, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the head or brain without the use of contrast dye. |
60 | $32 | $112 |
| CT scan of heart blood vessels and grafts with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's blood vessels and any surgical grafts. |
56 | $238 | $899 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
52 | $58 | $191 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
43 | $202 | $643 |
| Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration A procedure to remove a small sample of bone marrow and liquid for laboratory testing. The sample is analyzed to help diagnose various medical conditions. |
29 | $146 | $457 |
| Chest fluid aspiration with imaging guidance This procedure involves removing fluid from the chest cavity using imaging technology to guide the needle placement. |
25 | $263 | $673 |
| CT scan of neck blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses dye to visualize the blood vessels in the neck. This imaging test helps examine the structure and flow within the neck's vascular system. |
25 | $165 | $629 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
21 | $14 | $49 |
| Core needle biopsy of lung or mediastinum A procedure to remove a small tissue sample from the lung or the space between the lungs using a needle inserted through the skin. |
19 | $719 | $2,427 |
| MRI of head blood vessels with and without contrast An MRI scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the head, performed both before and after the dye is administered. |
19 | $239 | $1,294 |
| Needle biopsy of abdominal cavity growth A needle is inserted into a growth within the abdominal cavity to remove a small tissue sample for laboratory analysis. |
18 | $124 | $367 |
| Infusion tube insertion with imaging guidance A radiologist inserts an infusion tube into the body while using imaging guidance to ensure proper placement and reviews the procedure. |
17 | $66 | $223 |
| MRI of head blood vessels without contrast An MRI scan that creates detailed images of the blood vessels in the head without using contrast dye. |
17 | $147 | $847 |
| CT scan of chest with and without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest performed using both intravenous contrast dye and without it to provide detailed images of internal structures. |
17 | $117 | $592 |
| CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis. |
17 | $326 | $834 |
| 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. |
16 | $11 | $37 |
| 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. |
16 | $10 | $35 |
| CT scan of head blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the head. |
15 | $206 | $631 |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous catheter for infusion, age 5+ A surgical procedure to place a long-term catheter into a large vein for delivering medications or fluids. The catheter is tunneled under the skin to reduce infection risk and provide stable access for patients aged 5 and older. |
14 | $209 | $730 |
| CT scan of upper spine, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the upper spine. This procedure is performed without the use of contrast dye. |
14 | $38 | $141 |
| 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. |
14 | $106 | $343 |
| Lumbar puncture with imaging guidance A procedure to remove spinal fluid from the lower back for diagnostic testing, performed using imaging guidance. |
13 | $69 | $239 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement Use of real-time X-ray imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
13 | $100 | $300 |
| Spinal fracture stabilization with imaging guidance A procedure to stabilize a broken bone in the middle spine by placing a device, using imaging guidance during the treatment. |
12 | $4,887 | $16,094 |
| Liver needle biopsy through skin A procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove a small sample of liver tissue for examination. |
12 | $258 | $788 |
| MRI of chest blood vessels An MRI scan that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
12 | $295 | $856 |
| CT scan of abdomen without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal organs and structures. This procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
12 | $107 | $319 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis using contrast dye before and after administration to visualize internal structures. |
12 | $268 | $758 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
12 | $25 | $87 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
11 | $144 | $427 |
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.
0.1% high complexity
98.4% medium
1.4% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$2,696
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $385/year across 7 years
Top 16% in CA for radiation oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
13
Companies
76
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
$2,696 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$563
2023
$878
2022
$345
2021
$218
2020
$173
2019
$313
2018
$207
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$236
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$155
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$131
Ethicon US, LLC
$40
Top 3 companies account for 93.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$995
Change Healthcare Technologies, LLC
$410
Galvanize Therapeutics, Inc
$360
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$236
Sirtex Medical Inc
$132
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$131
Boston Scientific Corporation
$110
Stryker Corporation
$104
GE HEALTHCARE
$72
Inari Medical, Inc.
$58
Ethicon US, LLC
$40
Terumo Medical Corporation
$24
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$23
Top 3 companies account for 65.5% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ALIYA SYSTEM · ANGIO-SEAL · ARTIS icono biplane · Artis zee · BIOFLO · CARDIVA VASCADE MVP VVCS 6-12F · CEREPAK UNIFORM · Change Healthcare Radiology Solutions · Cios Alpha · EMBOTRAP · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · General - Vascular Intervention · IVS - VERTEBRAL AUGMENTATION PRODUCTS · Juniper · MAGNETOM Altea · MAGNETOM Free.Max · MAGNETOM Skyra · MAGNETOM Sola · NAEOTOM Alpha · Neuwave · S · SIR-Spheres Microspheres · SOMATOM AS · SOMATOM Definition · SOMATOM Definition Flash · SPECT Symbia T Series eco · SPECT Symiba Intevo · Sequoia · TARGET · TREVO · VENACURE 1470 PRO · Varian CRYOCARE TOUCH System
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
Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
47
Per 100K population
1.9
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. Elly is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 9% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 16% 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. Elly experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Elly performed 17,755 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Elly receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Elly received a total of $2,696 from 13 companies across 76 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. Elly's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Rancho Mirage?
Dr. Elly's average Medicare payment per service is $8. 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. Elly) 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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