Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Alfred Marrone, M.D.

Ophthalmology · Torrance, CA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
23441 MADISON ST STE 120, Torrance, CA 90505
3105300300
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1841388907 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Marrone

Dr. Alfred Marrone is an ophthalmology specialist in Torrance, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Marrone performed 1,983 Medicare services across 1,639 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Marrone received a total of $1,273 from 15 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 51 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. 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. Marrone 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 47% volume in CA $1,273 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
1,983
Medicare services
Top 47% in CA for ophthalmology
1,639
Unique beneficiaries
$94
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~104 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
Eye exam, established patient, focused
A limited examination of the visual system for an existing patient. The provider focuses on a specific eye-related concern or symptom.
518 $75 $154
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
506 $100 $215
Visual field test, extended
A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam.
206 $50 $188
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
146 $29 $138
New patient eye exam, problem focused
A focused examination of the visual system performed during a new patient visit.
85 $69 $150
Eye photography
Photographic imaging of the interior structures of the eye.
78 $19 $115
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.
61 $104 $421
Comprehensive eye exam, new patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient.
53 $115 $236
Corneal topography and eye depth measurement
This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye.
53 $39 $158
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial prosthetic lens to restore vision.
45 $474 $2,570
CT scan of cornea
A computed tomography scan used to create detailed images of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye.
39 $25 $126
Retinal photography (fundus photo)
This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures.
31 $32 $159
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea.
26 $8 $74
Retinal imaging (OCT scan)
This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye.
26 $34 $155
Eyelid growth removal
A procedure to remove a growth from the eyelid.
24 $262 $619
Upper eyelid tendon repair
Surgical repair of the tendon in the upper eyelid to restore its function and structure.
18 $845 $3,256
Laser removal of recurring cataract
A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule.
17 $280 $924
Nasal tear duct probing
A procedure to examine and clear the tear ducts in the nose. It helps restore normal drainage of tears from the eye.
14 $135 $432
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 $51 $230
Extensive repair of turning-outward eyelid defect
A surgical procedure to correct an eyelid that turns outward. The repair addresses defects in the eyelid structure to restore normal function and appearance.
12 $481 $2,342
Eyelid biopsy
A procedure to remove a small sample of tissue from the eyelid for laboratory examination.
11 $173 $347
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.
2.3% high complexity
12.5% medium
85.2% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$1,273
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $182/year across 7 years
Bottom 48% in CA for ophthalmology
15
Companies
51
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
$1,273 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$265
2023
$222
2022
$359
2021
$358
2020
$28
2019
$18
2018
$24

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$100
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$63
Alcon Vision LLC
$36
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$28
Thea Pharma Inc.
$19
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$18
Top 3 companies account for 75.4% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Alcon Vision LLC
$445
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$221
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$100
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$76
ABBVIE INC.
$74
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$63
Thea Pharma Inc.
$62
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$39
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$39
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$39
Allergan, Inc.
$34
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$28
Rayner Intraocular Lenses Limited
$26
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$14
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 60.1% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ARGOS · Centurion · Cequa · Clareon · DURYSTA · IYUZEH · Izervay · LOTEMAX SM · MIEBO · ORA System VerifEye · Omidria · PROLENSA · RESTASIS MULTIDOSE · Rhopressa · Rocklatan · Simbrinza · TEPEZZA · TYRVAYA · VUITY · VYZULTA · XDEMVY · Zerviate · rhopressa
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.

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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
650
Per 100K population
6.6
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
DEL AMO HOSPITAL
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. Marrone is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Marrone experienced with eye exam, established patient, focused?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Marrone performed 518 eye exam, established patient, focused 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. Marrone receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Marrone received a total of $1,273 from 15 companies across 51 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. Marrone's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Torrance?
Dr. Marrone's average Medicare payment per service is $94. 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. Marrone) 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 →
About this page

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.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →