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Dr. Lawrence Sher, M.D.
Allergy Physician · Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Sher
Dr. Lawrence Sher is an allergy physician in Rolling Hills Estates, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sher performed 5,278 Medicare services across 2,798 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sher received a total of $348,661 from 50 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 653 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in allergy physician. 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. Sher 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 36% volume in CA
$348,661 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗5,278
Medicare services
Top 36% in CA for allergy physician
2,798
Unique beneficiaries
$33
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~278 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 test A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens. |
1,060 | $3 | $8 |
| 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. |
692 | $62 | $107 |
| 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. |
556 | $86 | $147 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
318 | $8 | $10 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
263 | $8 | $12 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
250 | $10 | $15 |
| Multiplex respiratory virus test (COVID-19, flu, RSV) A laboratory test that uses a multiplex amplified probe technique to detect severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), influenza virus types A and B, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). |
194 | $136 | $145 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
183 | $16 | $20 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
181 | $13 | $20 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
168 | $9 | $12 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
163 | $10 | $15 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
150 | $29 | $35 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
106 | $4 | $5 |
| Nitric oxide gas level test A test that measures the level of nitric oxide gas in the body. |
85 | $15 | $35 |
| COVID-19 nucleic acid test, high throughput A laboratory test that detects the genetic material of the SARS-CoV-2 virus using an amplified probe technique. This method utilizes high-throughput technologies to process samples. |
85 | $74 | $101 |
| Expiratory airflow and volume test A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed at which you can breathe it out. It evaluates lung function by assessing expiratory airflow and volume. |
83 | $20 | $50 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
79 | $5 | $10 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
71 | $133 | $151 |
| Manual urinalysis with microscopic examination A urine test performed manually without automated equipment. The sample is examined under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
70 | $4 | $10 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
62 | $17 | $21 |
| COVID-19 nucleic acid test, high throughput A laboratory test that detects the genetic material of the SARS-CoV-2 virus using amplified probe techniques. This method utilizes high-throughput technologies to process samples efficiently. |
62 | $24 | $25 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 39 | $17 | $17 |
| Strep A nucleic acid amplification test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus bacteria. This method identifies the genetic material of the bacteria to determine if an infection is present. |
39 | $34 | $49 |
| 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. |
37 | $9 | $35 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
32 | $15 | $18 |
| Sex hormone binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of sex hormone binding globulin, a protein that binds to sex hormones in the bloodstream. |
29 | $21 | $25 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
29 | $25 | $27 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
27 | $70 | $150 |
| Free testosterone level test A blood test that measures the amount of free testosterone in your body. Free testosterone is the portion of the hormone not bound to proteins and available for use by tissues. |
25 | $24 | $25 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
21 | $29 | $30 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
20 | $3 | $5 |
| Office visit, established patient (10-19 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
16 | $38 | $80 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
16 | $28 | $30 |
| 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. |
15 | $117 | $193 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
14 | $72 | $75 |
| Lipase level test A blood test that measures the amount of lipase, a fat-digesting enzyme, in your body. |
13 | $7 | $7 |
| Routine 12-lead ECG screening A standard 12-lead electrocardiogram performed as part of an initial preventive physical examination. The service includes both the performance of the test and the physician's interpretation and report. |
13 | $7 | $96 |
| Amylase enzyme level test A blood test that measures the amount of amylase, an enzyme produced by the pancreas and salivary glands, to help evaluate pancreatic health. |
12 | $6 | $10 |
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 ↗$348,661
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $49,809/year across 7 years
Top 2% in CA for allergy physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
50
Companies
653
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
$211,242 (60.6%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$131,119 (37.6%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$6,299 (1.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$20,982
2023
$37,214
2022
$28,760
2021
$34,420
2020
$49,748
2019
$103,218
2018
$74,318
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$13,069
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$3,920
GENZYME CORPORATION
$3,243
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$169
PFIZER INC.
$137
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$132
Dermavant Sciences, Inc.
$69
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$68
Optinose US, Inc.
$42
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$40
Lilly USA, LLC
$25
Novo Nordisk Inc
$18
Genentech USA, Inc.
$18
Cranial Technologies, Inc
$17
Corium, LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 96.4% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$148,488
GENZYME CORPORATION
$83,767
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$24,397
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$23,334
AbbVie Inc.
$18,700
ABBVIE INC.
$13,547
PFIZER INC.
$8,345
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$7,807
AIMMUNE THERAPEUTICS, INC.
$7,188
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$4,474
LEO Pharma Inc.
$4,261
Amgen Inc.
$1,278
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$278
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$267
OptiNose US, Inc.
$262
Genentech USA, Inc.
$202
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$202
Genentech, Inc.
$182
Corium, LLC
$168
Neos Therapeutics, LP
$116
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$110
Novo Nordisk Inc
$103
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$98
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$83
Incyte Corporation
$80
kaleo, Inc.
$74
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$71
Shire North American Group Inc
$70
Dermavant Sciences, Inc.
$69
Lilly USA, LLC
$68
Optinose US, Inc.
$67
SANOFI PASTEUR INC.
$63
Cranial Technologies, Inc
$61
Phadia US Inc.
$46
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$42
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$42
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$29
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$27
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$22
Kaleo, Inc.
$22
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$21
Horizon Pharma plc
$20
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$17
Allergan, Inc.
$17
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$14
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$13
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$12
Orexo US, Inc.
$12
Corium, Inc.
$4
Top 3 companies account for 73.6% 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 →
The majority of payments (61%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in allergy physician and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 2% for allergy physician in CA.
Geographic Context
Allergy physicians within 10 mi
35
Per 100K population
0.4
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
DEL AMO HOSPITAL
2.4 mi
2.4 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. Sher is a clinical cardiology specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 2% 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. Sher experienced with allergy skin test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sher performed 1,060 allergy skin 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. Sher receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sher received a total of $348,661 from 50 companies across 653 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. Sher's costs compare to other allergy physicians in Rolling Hills Estates?
Dr. Sher's average Medicare payment per service is $33. 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. Sher) 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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