Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Patton, M.D.
Internal Medicine · Salinas, 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.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Patton
Dr. Robert Patton is an internal medicine specialist in Salinas, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Patton performed 16,099 Medicare services across 13,794 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Patton received a total of $8,359 from 49 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 461 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in internal medicine. 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. Patton 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 1% volume in CA
$8,359 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗16,099
Medicare services
Top 1% in CA for internal medicine
13,794
Unique beneficiaries
$13
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~805 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
5,856 | $8 | $20 |
| 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. |
1,477 | $8 | $37 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
1,048 | $13 | $88 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
908 | $10 | $67 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
720 | $16 | $97 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
535 | $8 | $48 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
510 | $9 | $55 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
404 | $29 | $75 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
390 | $9 | $70 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
333 | $40 | $233 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
254 | $6 | $102 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
253 | $5 | $29 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
245 | $40 | $165 |
| Advance care planning consultation, first 30 min A session focused on discussing and documenting future healthcare preferences and goals. This service covers the initial 30 minutes of the planning discussion. |
237 | $42 | $213 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
227 | $3 | $11 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
215 | $15 | $76 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 213 | $18 | $100 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
178 | $6 | $25 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
170 | $5 | $33 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
169 | $2 | $22 |
| Alkaline phosphatase level test A blood test that measures the level of alkaline phosphatase, an enzyme found in the liver and bones. |
143 | $5 | $26 |
| Iron level test | 121 | $6 | $32 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
121 | $9 | $37 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
120 | $3 | $28 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
114 | $33 | $52 |
| 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. |
108 | $41 | $250 |
| Annual wellness visit, initial visit A yearly appointment to review your health and create a personalized prevention plan. This initial visit focuses on preventive care and health assessment. |
107 | $69 | $347 |
| 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. |
104 | $70 | $87 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
95 | $13 | $67 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
78 | $5 | $25 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
64 | $4 | $21 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
61 | $19 | $99 |
| 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. |
53 | $4 | $29 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 49 | $8 | $46 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
46 | $5 | $24 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
41 | $7 | $43 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
37 | $282 | $709 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
32 | $14 | $74 |
| Manual red blood cell count A laboratory test that manually counts the number of red blood cells in a blood sample. |
32 | $4 | $30 |
| 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. |
30 | $44 | $167 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 25 | $5 | $19 |
| Stool test for hidden blood (FIT) A laboratory test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood using an immunoassay method. |
24 | $16 | $40 |
| Retinal imaging with remote review Imaging of the retina with remote review by clinical staff. |
23 | $11 | $46 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
21 | $4 | $30 |
| 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. |
20 | $5 | $36 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
20 | $33 | $35 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
19 | $10 | $55 |
| Blood potassium level test A blood test that measures the amount of potassium in your body. Potassium is an electrolyte that helps control heart and muscle function. |
15 | $5 | $26 |
| Initial preventive physical examination, new Medicare beneficiary A comprehensive preventive health visit for new Medicare beneficiaries during their first 12 months of enrollment. The service is conducted as a face-to-face visit and is limited to preventive care. |
12 | $124 | $324 |
| COVID-19 vaccine administration Administration of a single dose of the coronavirus vaccine. |
11 | $44 | $100 |
| COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer bivalent) Administration of a 30 mcg dose of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccine via intramuscular injection. |
11 | $128 | $328 |
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 ↗$8,359
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,194/year across 7 years
Top 11% in CA for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
49
Companies
461
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
$8,339 (99.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$20 (0.2%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,473
2023
$1,778
2022
$1,411
2021
$914
2020
$258
2019
$1,048
2018
$1,477
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$253
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$226
Novo Nordisk Inc
$177
Amgen Inc.
$151
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$147
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$145
Lilly USA, LLC
$140
PFIZER INC.
$103
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$76
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$22
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$18
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 44.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
ABBVIE INC.
$990
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$924
Amgen Inc.
$865
Novo Nordisk Inc
$760
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$581
Lilly USA, LLC
$577
Abbott Laboratories
$384
AbbVie Inc.
$300
PFIZER INC.
$290
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$286
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$268
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$248
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$213
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$176
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$123
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$104
AbbVie, Inc.
$100
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$91
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$89
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$87
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$84
Boston Scientific Corporation
$79
Allergan Inc.
$77
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$71
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$53
Dexcom, Inc.
$43
SANOFI PASTEUR INC.
$35
Bioventus LLC
$32
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$31
Radius Health, Inc.
$27
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$25
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$24
Genentech USA, Inc.
$24
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$24
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$24
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$22
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$20
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$20
DEXCOM, INC.
$20
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$19
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$18
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$18
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$18
Bigfoot Biomedical Inc
$18
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$16
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$15
Roche Diagnostics Corporation
$14
TherapeuticsMD, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 33.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADVAIR · AIRSUPRA · AJOVY · ANORO · AREXVY · AVVIGO Guidance System · Aimovig · Austedo XR · BEVESPI AEROSPHERE · BREO · BREZTRI · CHANTIX · COLOGUARD · CREON · Creon · DEXCOM G6 TRANSMITTER · Dexcom G6 Transmitter · ELIQUIS · EMGALITY · EVENITY · Edarbi · FARXIGA · FLUBLOK QUADRIVALENT NORTHERN HEMISPHERE · FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · FreeStyle Libre 2 · GARDASIL 9 · GELSYN 3 · GLYXAMBI · HUMIRA · Harmony Products · IMVEXXY · INJECTAFER · INTRAROSA · INVOKANA · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · KRYSTEXXA · Kerendia · LANTUS · LINZESS · LONHALA MAGNAIR · LYRICA · Livalo · MOUNJARO · MYRBETRIQ · NUCALA · NURTEC ODT · NovoLog · Otezla · Ozempic · PAXLOVID · PENTACEL · PNEUMOVAX 23 · PRADAXA · PRALUENT · PREVNAR - 13 · PREVNAR 13 · PREVNAR 20 · Prolia · QULIPTA · QUVIVIQ · RINVOQ · RYBELSUS · Repatha · Rybelsus · SHINGRIX · SOLIQUA · SOLIQUA 100/33 · SPECTRA WAVEWRITER · SPRIX · SYMBICORT · SYNTHROID · Saxenda · TOUJEO · TRADJENTA · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TRINTELLIX · TRULICITY · Trilogy 100 · Trintellix · Trulance · Tymlos · UBRELVY · UNITY DIABETES MANAGEMENT SYSTEM · VIBERZI · VRAYLAR · VenaSeal · Victoza · Wegovy · XARELTO · XIFAXAN · Xofluza · Xultophy 100/3.6 · YUPELRI · Yupelri
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
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
162
Per 100K population
37.2
County median income
$94,486
Nearest hospital
SALINAS VALLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
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. Patton is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 11% 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. Patton experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Patton performed 5,856 blood draw (venipuncture) 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. Patton receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Patton received a total of $8,359 from 49 companies across 461 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. Patton's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Salinas?
Dr. Patton's average Medicare payment per service is $13. 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. Patton) 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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