Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Allen, M.D.
Family Medicine · Visalia, 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.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Allen 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. Allen
Dr. Robert Allen is a family medicine specialist in Visalia, CA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Allen performed 79,038 Medicare services across 49,356 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Allen received a total of $1,432 from 23 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 81 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. Allen 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 0% volume in CA
$1,432 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗79,038
Medicare services
Top 0% in CA for family medicine
49,356
Unique beneficiaries
$11
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~3,952 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. |
14,782 | $8 | $8 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
8,992 | $10 | $11 |
| 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. |
8,416 | $8 | $8 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
6,062 | $13 | $14 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
4,605 | $16 | $17 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
3,646 | $9 | $10 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
2,467 | $3 | $3 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
2,048 | $9 | $11 |
| Urine culture, bacterial colony count A laboratory test that measures the number of bacteria growing in a urine sample to help identify infections. |
2,031 | $8 | $8 |
| Kidney function blood test panel | 1,590 | $8 | $9 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
1,557 | $5 | $5 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 1,492 | $18 | $19 |
| 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. |
1,444 | $6 | $7 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
1,337 | $15 | $16 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
1,207 | $29 | $32 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
1,040 | $8 | $9 |
| Bacterial culture, aerobic A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria capable of surviving in oxygen. The results help determine the presence of specific aerobic microorganisms. |
1,016 | $8 | $8 |
| Antibiotic sensitivity test A laboratory test that determines which antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals are effective against a specific microorganism using microdilution or agar dilution methods. |
1,011 | $8 | $9 |
| 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. |
948 | $4 | $5 |
| Iron level test | 881 | $6 | $7 |
| LDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. LDL is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. |
801 | $10 | $11 |
| 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. |
794 | $82 | $133 |
| 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. |
753 | $9 | $9 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
730 | $13 | $14 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
636 | $4 | $4 |
| 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. |
587 | $4 | $5 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
524 | $7 | $7 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
488 | $14 | $15 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
427 | $5 | $5 |
| Complete blood count (CBC), automated An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. |
413 | $6 | $7 |
| Urine total protein level A laboratory test that measures the total amount of protein present in a urine sample. |
394 | $4 | $4 |
| 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. |
385 | $5 | $6 |
| 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. |
380 | $40 | $42 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 340 | $8 | $8 |
| Total T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the total amount of triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. T3 is a thyroid hormone that helps regulate metabolism and energy levels. |
313 | $14 | $14 |
| Fecal immunochemical test (FIT), 1-3 simultaneous A screening test that uses a stool sample to detect hidden blood in the feces, helping to identify potential colorectal cancer. |
302 | $18 | $18 |
| High-sensitivity C-reactive protein test A blood test that measures high-sensitivity C-reactive protein to detect infection or inflammation. |
297 | $13 | $14 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
295 | $16 | $18 |
| Stool test for hidden blood (FIT) A laboratory test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood using an immunoassay method. |
250 | $16 | $16 |
| Coagulation assessment blood test A blood test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. The sample can be plasma or whole blood. |
248 | $6 | $6 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
227 | $5 | $5 |
| 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. |
172 | $64 | $94 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
163 | $19 | $20 |
| Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems An evaluation to identify and understand emotional or behavioral issues. This process involves reviewing symptoms and behaviors to determine the nature of the concerns. |
162 | $3 | $5 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
131 | $35 | $36 |
| 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. |
110 | $6 | $7 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
109 | $27 | $27 |
| Hepatitis C antibody test A blood test that checks for antibodies to the hepatitis C virus. This test helps determine if a person has been exposed to the virus. |
106 | $14 | $15 |
| Lipase level test A blood test that measures the amount of lipase, a fat-digesting enzyme, in your body. |
104 | $7 | $7 |
| Transferrin level test A blood test that measures the amount of transferrin, a protein that binds to and transports iron in the body. |
103 | $12 | $13 |
| 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. |
101 | $72 | $73 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
94 | $25 | $26 |
| Bacterial culture, non-urine, non-blood, non-stool A laboratory test to identify bacteria from a sample other than urine, blood, or stool. The sample is grown in a lab to detect aerobic bacteria. |
93 | $8 | $9 |
| 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. |
90 | $5 | $5 |
| Rheumatoid factor analysis | 86 | $6 | $7 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
76 | $4 | $4 |
| Stool culture A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria or other microorganisms from a stool sample to detect infections. |
68 | $9 | $10 |
| Manual red blood cell count A laboratory test that manually counts the number of red blood cells in a blood sample. |
67 | $4 | $5 |
| Creatinine clearance test A test that measures how well the kidneys are filtering waste from the blood. It helps assess overall kidney function. |
65 | $9 | $9 |
| Digoxin level test A blood test that measures the total amount of digoxin in your system. This helps healthcare providers check if the medication level is within a safe and effective range. |
64 | $13 | $13 |
| Amylase enzyme level test A blood test that measures the amount of amylase, an enzyme produced by the pancreas and salivary glands, to help evaluate pancreatic health. |
59 | $6 | $6 |
| Respiratory virus detection test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza viruses. |
59 | $46 | $64 |
| Immunoglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins. |
51 | $9 | $9 |
| Acute hepatitis panel A blood test that screens for markers of acute viral hepatitis infection. |
48 | $47 | $49 |
| Direct bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the amount of direct bilirubin in your body. Direct bilirubin is the form of the waste product processed by the liver. |
45 | $5 | $5 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
42 | $5 | $5 |
| Hepatitis C antibody screening A blood test to check for antibodies indicating a Hepatitis C infection. This screening is performed for individuals at high risk or those with other covered indications. |
40 | $45 | $46 |
| Hepatitis B surface antigen test A blood test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the hepatitis B surface antigen. This test identifies whether the hepatitis B virus is currently present in the body. |
39 | $10 | $11 |
| Special stain for microorganism detection A laboratory test using a special stain to identify microorganisms in a sample. |
37 | $4 | $4 |
| Helicobacter pylori breath test A diagnostic test that analyzes a patient's breath to detect the presence of Helicobacter pylori bacteria. This procedure is used to identify infections associated with the stomach and upper digestive tract. |
33 | $65 | $73 |
| Helicobacter pylori drug administration This procedure involves the administration of a medication specifically used to treat Helicobacter pylori infection. |
33 | $8 | $9 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
33 | $4 | $4 |
| Helicobacter pylori antibody test A blood test that measures antibodies to the Helicobacter pylori bacteria. It is used to detect exposure to this gastrointestinal bacteria. |
32 | $17 | $17 |
| Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) level test A blood test that measures the level of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) protein. This test is used to monitor certain types of cancer. |
31 | $19 | $21 |
| Blood sodium level test A laboratory test that measures the amount of sodium in your blood. Sodium is an electrolyte that helps regulate fluid balance and nerve function. |
31 | $5 | $5 |
| Liver enzyme (SGOT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGOT to help assess liver health. |
29 | $5 | $5 |
| 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. |
27 | $5 | $5 |
| Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) level test A blood test that measures the amount of lactate dehydrogenase, an enzyme found in many body tissues. It helps assess tissue damage or disease. |
26 | $6 | $6 |
| Prolactin level test A blood test that measures the amount of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates milk production, in the body. |
25 | $19 | $19 |
| Total estradiol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of estradiol, a form of estrogen, in the body. |
24 | $27 | $28 |
| 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. |
20 | $44 | $58 |
| Urine volume measurement | 18 | $4 | $4 |
| Manual white blood cell count A laboratory test that involves examining a sample under a microscope to manually count the number of white blood cells present. |
18 | $4 | $4 |
| Glutamyltransferase (GGT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme glutamyltransferase (GGT) to help evaluate liver health. |
17 | $7 | $7 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
17 | $56 | $92 |
| Urine calcium level test A laboratory test that measures the amount of calcium present in a urine sample. This test helps evaluate calcium metabolism and kidney function. |
16 | $6 | $6 |
| Immunologic analysis for detection of tumor antigen, quantitative; ca 15-3 | 15 | $20 | $21 |
| 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. |
15 | $21 | $48 |
| Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level A blood test to measure the level of follicle stimulating hormone, a reproductive hormone. |
14 | $18 | $19 |
| Luteinizing hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of luteinizing hormone, a reproductive hormone. This test helps evaluate hormonal balance and reproductive function. |
13 | $18 | $19 |
| Hepatitis B surface antibody test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against the hepatitis B surface antigen. This test is used to check for immunity to hepatitis B or to verify the effectiveness of the hepatitis B vaccine. |
11 | $11 | $11 |
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 ↗$1,432
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $239/year across 6 years
Top 21% in CA for family medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
23
Companies
81
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
$1,208 (84.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$224 (15.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$214
2023
$64
2021
$24
2020
$134
2019
$522
2018
$475
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Eko Health, Inc.
$200
Abbott Laboratories
$14
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$533
Eko Health, Inc.
$200
Amgen Inc.
$139
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$73
AbbVie Inc.
$64
Allergan Inc.
$55
Lilly USA, LLC
$42
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$36
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$34
Genentech USA, Inc.
$31
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$26
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$24
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$22
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18
Assertio Therapeutics, Inc.
$17
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$17
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$16
GENZYME CORPORATION
$16
PFIZER INC.
$16
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$14
Abbott Laboratories
$14
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$13
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$11
Top 3 companies account for 60.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
BYDUREON · Cambia · EMGALITY · EVENITY · FABRY-DISEASE · FARXIGA · FLUZONE HIGH-DOSE · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · INVOKANA · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · LINZESS · PNEUMOVAX 23 · PREVNAR 13 · Prolia · QULIPTA · ROTATEQ · SHINGRIX · SOLIQUA · SYMBICORT · TEPEZZA · Trintellix · Vascepa · Wellcentive Undiv · XIFAXAN · XIFIXAN · Xofluza · 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 (84%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
199
Per 100K population
41.8
County median income
$69,489
Nearest hospital
KAWEAH HEALTH 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. Allen is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in CA), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Allen experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Allen performed 14,782 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. Allen receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Allen received a total of $1,432 from 23 companies across 81 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. Allen's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Visalia?
Dr. Allen's average Medicare payment per service is $11. 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. Allen) 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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