Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Joanna Muller Carioba, M.D.
Family Medicine · Cape Coral, FL
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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Muller Carioba
Dr. Joanna Muller Carioba is a family medicine specialist in Cape Coral, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Muller Carioba performed 8,160 Medicare services across 4,384 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Muller Carioba received a total of $6,879 from 39 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 391 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. Muller Carioba is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 3% volume in FL
$6,879 industry payments
Florida License Status
FL DOH · MQA1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
| Profession | License # | Status | Expires | Board Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Doctor | 85188 | Clear | January 31, 2028 | — |
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance.
License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
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Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗8,160
Medicare services
Top 3% in FL for family medicine
4,384
Unique beneficiaries
$20
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~408 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 1,980 | $19 | $42 |
| 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. |
944 | $47 | $224 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
918 | $8 | $10 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
574 | $16 | $36 |
| 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. |
364 | $10 | $20 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
332 | $10 | $23 |
| Annual depression screening | 321 | $18 | $38 |
| 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. |
265 | $43 | $152 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
233 | $3 | $7 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
203 | $13 | $29 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
190 | $10 | $21 |
| 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. |
190 | $8 | $17 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
114 | $5 | $11 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
93 | $8 | $18 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
88 | $32 | $38 |
| 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. |
85 | $72 | $80 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
81 | $51 | $222 |
| 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. |
75 | $11 | $52 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
70 | $5 | $11 |
| 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. |
68 | $5 | $11 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
68 | $4 | $8 |
| Urine total protein level A laboratory test that measures the total amount of protein present in a urine sample. |
67 | $4 | $8 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
58 | $4 | $8 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
52 | $5 | $9 |
| 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. |
52 | $11 | $56 |
| Total bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the total amount of bilirubin, a waste product from the breakdown of red blood cells, in your body. |
51 | $5 | $11 |
| Total protein blood test A blood test that measures the total amount of protein in your blood. This test helps evaluate your overall health and nutritional status. |
51 | $4 | $8 |
| Liver enzyme (SGOT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGOT to help assess liver health. |
51 | $5 | $11 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
51 | $5 | $11 |
| 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. |
50 | $6 | $11 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
45 | $15 | $32 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
41 | $1 | $20 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
37 | $9 | $19 |
| 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. |
36 | $18 | $34 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 34 | $18 | $39 |
| 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. |
33 | $42 | $150 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
30 | $13 | $63 |
| 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. |
30 | $40 | $88 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
30 | $282 | $350 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
30 | $32 | $38 |
| 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. |
22 | $83 | $488 |
| Transitional care management services, moderate complexity Services provided to coordinate care during the transition from an inpatient or other facility setting back to the community. This includes follow-up and management of a health problem of at least moderate complexity. |
20 | $48 | $346 |
| 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. |
18 | $40 | $91 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
15 | $29 | $63 |
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 ↗$6,879
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $983/year across 7 years
Top 7% in FL for family medicine
39
Companies
391
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
$6,690 (97.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$189 (2.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,037
2023
$1,129
2022
$564
2021
$206
2020
$362
2019
$1,563
2018
$2,018
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,281
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$700
Amgen Inc.
$557
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$473
Lilly USA, LLC
$460
PFIZER INC.
$429
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$338
ABBVIE INC.
$297
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$278
Dexcom, Inc.
$266
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$200
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$191
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$183
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$115
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$104
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$102
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$101
Exact Sciences Corporation
$91
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$71
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$66
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$58
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$55
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$50
HEARTFLOW, INC.
$46
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$41
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$36
Circassia Pharmaceuticals Inc
$35
Abbott Laboratories
$33
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$32
Almatica Pharma LLC
$31
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$27
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$27
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$19
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
Genentech USA, Inc.
$18
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$14
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$13
Horizon Pharma plc
$13
AbbVie, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 36.9% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AIRSUPRA · AJOVY · ANORO · Aimovig · BREO · CHANTIX · Cologuard Collection Kit · DEXCOM G7 GSS (161) · DUZALLO · Dexcom G6 Transmitter · EDARBI · ELIQUIS · EMGALITY · ENTRESTO · EVENITY · Edarbyclor · FARXIGA · FFRct · FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · GARDASIL 9 · GEMTESA · GRALISE · INVOKANA · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · LEQVIO · LOREEV XR · Livalo · MOUNJARO · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · NUEDEXTA · NURTEC ODT · ONPATTRO · Ozempic · PENNSAID · PNEUMOVAX 23 · PRALUENT · PREVNAR - 13 · PREVNAR 20 · Prolia · QULIPTA · QUVIVIQ · REXULTI · Repatha · Respiratoriy Care Undiv · Rybelsus · SHINGRIX · SOLIQUA · SOLIQUA 100/33 · STEGLATRO · SYMBICORT · SYNTHROID · Synthroid · TOUJEO · TRADJENTA · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TRINTELLIX · TRULICITY · TUDORZA PRESSAIR · Tresiba · Trintellix · UBRELVY · VESICARE · VRAYLAR · Vascepa · Veozah · Victoza · Wegovy · Wellcentive Undiv · XARELTO · XIFAXAN · Xofluza
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 (97%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 7% for family medicine in FL.
Equivalent to $84 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
371
Per 100K population
46.8
County median income
$73,099
Nearest hospital
CAPE CORAL 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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Muller Carioba is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 7% of FL peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Muller Carioba experienced with denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Muller Carioba performed 1,980 denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva) 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. Muller Carioba receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Muller Carioba received a total of $6,879 from 39 companies across 391 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. Muller Carioba's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Cape Coral?
Dr. Muller Carioba's average Medicare payment per service is $20. 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. Muller Carioba) 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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