Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Leonard Scuderi, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Torrance, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Speaking/Promotional
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. Scuderi
Dr. Leonard Scuderi is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Torrance, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Scuderi performed 14,060 Medicare services across 4,219 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Scuderi received a total of $41,988 from 36 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 405 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. 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. Scuderi 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 4% volume in CA
$41,988 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗14,060
Medicare services
Top 4% in CA for cardiovascular disease
4,219
Unique beneficiaries
$59
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~740 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
3,220 | $34 | $86 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
2,289 | $42 | $106 |
| 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. |
2,175 | $102 | $234 |
| 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. |
1,764 | $46 | $117 |
| 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. |
947 | $76 | $170 |
| 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. |
743 | $12 | $45 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
580 | $8 | $17 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
433 | $143 | $298 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
294 | $170 | $554 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
265 | $17 | $45 |
| Stress echocardiogram with ECG monitoring An ultrasound of the heart performed while monitoring heart rhythm during rest, exercise, or medication-induced stress, followed by a review and report of the findings. |
158 | $208 | $571 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
129 | $16 | $45 |
| Remote cardiac rhythm monitor evaluation, up to 30 days Review and analysis of data from a remote cardiac rhythm monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
111 | $20 | $76 |
| 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. |
111 | $176 | $456 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart rhythm device Evaluation of data transmitted remotely from an implantable cardiovascular monitor, such as a loop recorder or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, over a period up to 30 days. |
108 | $60 | $92 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
98 | $20 | $62 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 48 hours to 7 days This procedure involves recording the heart's electrical activity continuously using an external device for a period exceeding 48 hours but not more than 7 days. |
96 | $11 | $21 |
| 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. |
96 | $110 | $226 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
94 | $82 | $253 |
| 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. |
66 | $171 | $534 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 53 | $162 | $427 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
48 | $78 | $173 |
| 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. |
44 | $47 | $105 |
| 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. |
36 | $136 | $346 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
26 | $105 | $334 |
| Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg | 21 | $6 | $25 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 8-15 days This procedure involves recording heart rhythm continuously using an external EKG device over a period of 8 to 15 days. |
20 | $11 | $65 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
18 | $18 | $65 |
| Pacemaker system evaluation Assessment of a pacemaker device, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless systems. |
17 | $51 | $110 |
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.
2.2% high complexity
3.4% medium
94.4% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$41,988
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $5,998/year across 7 years
Top 11% in CA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
36
Companies
405
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
$18,608 (44.3%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$14,400 (34.3%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$8,980 (21.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$6,961
2023
$6,547
2022
$6,320
2021
$7,126
2020
$5,982
2019
$4,920
2018
$4,132
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$4,800
Boston Scientific Corporation
$773
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$269
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$214
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$212
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$126
PFIZER INC.
$114
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$105
Amgen Inc.
$95
Abbott Laboratories
$83
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$69
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$65
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$20
Kestra Medical Technology Services, Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 83.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$32,931
Boston Scientific Corporation
$1,272
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,042
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$803
Abbott Laboratories
$775
PFIZER INC.
$642
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$621
Amgen Inc.
$466
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$446
BIOTRONIK INC.
$333
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$327
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$283
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$273
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$257
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$221
ABIOMED
$165
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$163
Shockwave Medical, Inc
$130
Nuwellis, Inc.
$124
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$124
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$82
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$69
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$60
Kestra Medical Technology Services, Inc.
$49
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.
$49
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$40
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$37
Amryt Pharma Holdings Ltd
$35
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$28
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$27
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$25
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$19
Venclose Inc.
$17
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$16
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 83.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AMVUTTRA · AQUADEX SMARTFLOW CONSOLE · AVVIGO Guidance System · Acticor · Assure WCD · BIOMONITOR · CAMZYOS · CARDIVA VASCADE MVP VVCS 6-12F · CONFIRM RX · COROFLOW · Carnation Ambulatory Monitor · Confirm Rx · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · EVLT · EVRSF · Edora · FARXIGA · Flexitouch Plus · Guidezilla · Horizant · Impella · Inpefa · JARDIANCE · JOT DX · JUXTAPID · Kerendia · LEQVIO · LEXISCAN · LUX-Dx Insertable Cardiac Monitor · LifeVest · Livalo · MAMBA · Merlin Connectivity and Remote · Mitra Clip system · MitraClip System · NAVITOR · ONPATTRO · OPTIMIZER · Optis Coronary Imaging System · PENNSAID · RESONATE · ROTAGO · ROTAPRO · Repatha · SAVVYWIRE · SYNERGY · Solia · Threader · VERQUVO · VYNDAQEL · Varithena Administration Pack · Vascepa · Vascular Lithotripsy · VenaCure 1470 Pro · WATCHDOG · Wolverine Coronary Cutting Balloon · XARELTO · ZIO XT Patch
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 (44%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in cardiovascular disease and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
497
Per 100K population
5.0
County median income
$87,760
Nearest hospital
DEL AMO 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. Scuderi is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in CA), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 11% 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. Scuderi experienced with remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Scuderi performed 3,220 remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes 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. Scuderi receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Scuderi received a total of $41,988 from 36 companies across 405 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. Scuderi's costs compare to other cardiologists in Torrance?
Dr. Scuderi's average Medicare payment per service is $59. 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. Scuderi) 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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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.
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