Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Shahinaz Soliman, MD
Family Medicine · Torrance, CA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Soliman
Dr. Shahinaz Soliman is a family medicine specialist in Torrance, CA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Soliman performed 4,990 Medicare services across 2,386 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Soliman received a total of $6,431 from 52 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 337 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in family 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. Soliman 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 3% volume in CA
$6,431 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,990
Medicare services
Top 3% in CA for family medicine
2,386
Unique beneficiaries
$70
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~263 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
870 | $96 | $141 |
| Additional chronic care management time, 60 minutes This service covers an additional 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions, billed per calendar month. |
437 | $55 | $194 |
| 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. |
351 | $74 | $135 |
| 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. |
317 | $34 | $90 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
262 | $6 | $7 |
| 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. |
238 | $42 | $91 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
228 | $42 | $64 |
| Complex chronic care management, first 60 minutes This service involves clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional to manage two or more chronic conditions over a calendar month. It covers the first 60 minutes of this coordinated care effort. |
222 | $109 | $164 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
216 | $19 | $99 |
| Ultrasound scan of organ tissue for measuring elasticity This procedure uses ultrasound technology to assess the stiffness or elasticity of organ tissues. It helps evaluate tissue characteristics without invasive methods. |
173 | $93 | $450 |
| 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. |
161 | $12 | $39 |
| Ultrasound elastography of first lesion An ultrasound procedure used to measure the elasticity of the first identified growth or lesion. |
153 | $85 | $450 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
136 | $125 | $195 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow This procedure uses sound waves to create images of blood flow in the arteries and veins of the abdomen and pelvis. It evaluates the rate and direction of blood movement within these vessels. |
109 | $242 | $450 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen. |
106 | $103 | $450 |
| Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound A focused ultrasound exam of the area behind the abdominal cavity to evaluate specific structures. |
97 | $51 | $450 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
82 | $99 | $450 |
| Neurobehavioral status exam, first hour A clinical assessment of neurobehavioral status lasting one hour. This evaluation examines mental and behavioral functions. |
82 | $74 | $148 |
| Hearing test using earphones and bone oscillator A hearing assessment that measures the ability to hear different sound pitches. The test uses earphones for air conduction and a device placed against the bone for bone conduction. |
77 | $39 | $77 |
| Ultrasound elasticity scan, each additional growth This procedure uses ultrasound to measure the elasticity of an additional growth. It is billed as an add-on service for each extra lesion assessed beyond the initial one. |
74 | $54 | $407 |
| 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. |
70 | $151 | $450 |
| Blood glucose test using hand-held instrument A test that measures the level of sugar in the blood using a portable device. The result helps monitor blood glucose levels. |
63 | $3 | $6 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
55 | $92 | $450 |
| 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. |
51 | $136 | $190 |
| Venipuncture for blood draw Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect blood samples. This procedure is performed on patients aged 3 years or older. |
48 | $14 | $20 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
36 | $3 | $4 |
| 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. |
34 | $12 | $34 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
32 | $32 | $53 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
30 | $75 | $120 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 5 and 10 minutes to discuss medical matters. |
28 | $43 | $60 |
| Stool test for blood to screen for colon tumors A test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood, which is used to screen for colon tumors. |
27 | $4 | $7 |
| Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow through the arteries and veins in the abdomen and pelvis. |
26 | $129 | $275 |
| Limited ultrasound of pelvis A focused ultrasound exam of the pelvic area to evaluate specific structures. This procedure provides images of the pelvis to assist in medical assessment. |
24 | $40 | $450 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 22 | $166 | $303 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of prostate An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to create pictures of the prostate gland. |
14 | $157 | $450 |
| Complete pelvic ultrasound An imaging test using sound waves to create pictures of the organs and structures within the pelvis. |
13 | $79 | $450 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It allows healthcare providers to examine the structure and blood flow within these arteries. |
13 | $64 | $410 |
| 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. |
13 | $221 | $450 |
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 ↗$6,431
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $919/year across 7 years
Top 6% in CA for family medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
52
Companies
337
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
$6,431 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$861
2023
$1,130
2022
$1,061
2021
$1,307
2020
$790
2019
$747
2018
$534
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Lilly USA, LLC
$220
PFIZER INC.
$138
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$131
Amgen Inc.
$77
Abbott Laboratories
$44
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$43
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$40
SHIELD THERAPEUTICS INC
$28
Dexcom, Inc.
$28
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$25
MAYNE PHARMA COMMERCIAL LLC
$22
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$22
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$22
Krystal Biotech Inc
$18
Top 3 companies account for 56.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$946
Novo Nordisk Inc
$556
Lilly USA, LLC
$501
AbbVie Inc.
$451
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$356
PFIZER INC.
$335
Allergan Inc.
$271
Amgen Inc.
$236
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$205
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$203
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$202
ABBVIE INC.
$179
Allergan, Inc.
$170
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$149
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$130
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$113
Abbott Laboratories
$91
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$90
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$86
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$84
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$83
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$82
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$81
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$52
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$52
Genentech USA, Inc.
$48
MAYNE PHARMA COMMERCIAL LLC
$48
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$45
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$44
Bausch Health US, LLC
$39
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$35
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$34
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$29
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$29
SHIELD THERAPEUTICS INC
$28
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$28
Dexcom, Inc.
$28
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$25
Hologic, LLC
$24
Exact Sciences Corporation
$23
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$22
Eisai Inc.
$22
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$20
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Krystal Biotech Inc
$18
Phadia US Inc.
$18
Scilex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$17
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Seqirus USA Inc
$16
Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc.
$16
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 31.2% 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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 6% for family medicine in CA.
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
2,731
Per 100K population
27.7
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. Soliman is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 6% 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. Soliman experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Soliman performed 870 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) 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. Soliman receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Soliman received a total of $6,431 from 52 companies across 337 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. Soliman's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Torrance?
Dr. Soliman's average Medicare payment per service is $70. 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. Soliman) 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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