Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Su Lee, M.D.
Internal Medicine · San Gabriel, 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. Lee 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. Lee
Dr. Su Lee is an internal medicine specialist in San Gabriel, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Lee performed 10,832 Medicare services across 4,566 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Lee received a total of $26,985 from 50 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 640 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. Lee 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 2% volume in CA
$26,985 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗10,832
Medicare services
Top 2% in CA for internal medicine
4,566
Unique beneficiaries
$64
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~570 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
2,640 | $50 | $102 |
| 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. |
1,764 | $104 | $210 |
| 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. |
809 | $68 | $150 |
| 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. |
680 | $12 | $30 |
| 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. |
648 | $108 | $209 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
521 | $1 | $20 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
343 | $42 | $82 |
| Nursing facility visit, moderate complexity A follow-up visit by a healthcare provider at a nursing facility for an established patient. The visit involves moderate medical decision making and takes at least 30 minutes. |
298 | $89 | $167 |
| Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 288 | $21 | $32 |
| Annual intensive behavioral therapy for cardiovascular disease, 15 minutes A yearly, in-person session focused on intensive behavioral therapy to help manage cardiovascular disease. The session lasts for 15 minutes and is conducted with the patient individually. |
287 | $28 | $43 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
189 | $8 | $10 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, preservative-free A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus, formulated without preservatives, administered in a 0.5 ml dose. |
165 | $22 | $53 |
| 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. |
163 | $46 | $89 |
| 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. |
144 | $178 | $274 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
137 | $33 | $48 |
| 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. |
136 | $83 | $135 |
| 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. |
126 | $161 | $332 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
122 | $43 | $110 |
| Annual depression screening | 117 | $21 | $32 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
115 | $140 | $219 |
| Complete ultrasound scan of joint An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create detailed images of a joint. This procedure allows for the visualization of the joint's internal structures. |
108 | $47 | $90 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
106 | $0 | $20 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 102 | $5 | $14 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
90 | $169 | $326 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
74 | $92 | $226 |
| 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. |
74 | $222 | $425 |
| ECG, 1-3 leads with physician review A simple electrocardiogram recording using one to three leads. A physician reviews the results. |
66 | $6 | $33 |
| Home visit, established patient, high complexity A home visit for an established patient involving high-level medical decision making, lasting at least 60 minutes. |
66 | $148 | $298 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen. |
62 | $105 | $210 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
62 | $99 | $193 |
| 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. |
59 | $12 | $31 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
57 | $0 | $12 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
40 | $76 | $150 |
| 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. |
35 | $171 | $333 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
33 | $0 | $80 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
29 | $212 | $407 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
29 | $18 | $34 |
| Transitional care management, high complexity Coordination of care for a patient transitioning from a short-term hospital stay or other facility to home or another care setting. This service addresses a high-complexity medical problem. |
18 | $239 | $450 |
| 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. |
16 | $123 | $274 |
| 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. |
14 | $39 | $95 |
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.
0.8% high complexity
19.1% medium
80.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$26,985
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,855/year across 7 years
Top 5% in CA for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
50
Companies
640
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
$15,149 (56.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$11,835 (43.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,271
2023
$5,749
2022
$3,971
2021
$2,864
2020
$1,638
2019
$3,958
2018
$6,534
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Amgen Inc.
$410
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$402
ABBVIE INC.
$300
Novo Nordisk Inc
$246
Ardelyx, Inc.
$234
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$92
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$88
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$72
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$70
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$69
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$53
Lundbeck LLC
$47
Almatica Pharma LLC
$43
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$42
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$36
Lilly USA, LLC
$35
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$17
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$16
Top 3 companies account for 48.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AbbVie, Inc.
$6,208
ABBVIE INC.
$5,928
Amgen Inc.
$2,066
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,919
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$1,424
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,298
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$908
Allergan Inc.
$742
AbbVie Inc.
$530
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$482
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$426
Radius Health, Inc.
$386
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$365
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$313
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$298
Lilly USA, LLC
$287
Allergan, Inc.
$273
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$270
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$264
Ardelyx, Inc.
$234
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$207
Almatica Pharma LLC
$202
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$195
Dexcom, Inc.
$180
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$167
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$158
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$146
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$112
Corium, LLC
$105
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$92
PFIZER INC.
$81
Abbott Laboratories
$79
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$70
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$66
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$61
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$54
Lundbeck LLC
$47
VIVUS LLC
$43
Biogen, Inc.
$43
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$42
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$35
Genentech USA, Inc.
$33
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$28
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$22
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$20
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$19
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$17
Scilex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$15
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$12
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$12
Top 3 companies account for 52.6% 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 →
Most payments (56%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 5% for internal medicine in CA.
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
5,489
Per 100K population
55.7
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY 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. Lee is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 5% 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. Lee experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Lee performed 2,640 chronic care management, first 20 min/month 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. Lee receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Lee received a total of $26,985 from 50 companies across 640 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. Lee's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in San Gabriel?
Dr. Lee's average Medicare payment per service is $64. 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. Lee) 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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