Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Carlos Sotolongo, MD
Cardiovascular Disease · Jacksonville Beach, 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
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Sotolongo
Dr. Carlos Sotolongo is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Jacksonville Beach, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sotolongo performed 5,167 Medicare services across 4,178 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sotolongo received a total of $9,180 from 38 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 292 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. 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. Sotolongo 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 20% volume in FL
$9,180 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 | 70357 | 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 ↗5,167
Medicare services
Top 20% in FL for cardiovascular disease
4,178
Unique beneficiaries
$60
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~258 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. |
1,514 | $93 | $320 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
501 | $50 | $175 |
| 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. |
438 | $11 | $69 |
| 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. |
295 | $136 | $454 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while an electrocardiogram is monitored under physician supervision. |
252 | $16 | $55 |
| Anticoagulant management for warfarin Management of anticoagulant therapy for a patient taking warfarin. This service involves monitoring and adjusting the medication regimen. |
251 | $8 | $29 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram, with physician review of the results. |
250 | $11 | $37 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress using a special camera. |
198 | $56 | $195 |
| 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. |
174 | $115 | $423 |
| 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. |
173 | $4 | $11 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
169 | $62 | $179 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
113 | $102 | $341 |
| 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. |
101 | $29 | $101 |
| EKG interpretation and report A standard electrocardiogram test that records the heart's electrical activity using at least 12 leads. The service includes a professional interpretation of the results and a written report. |
98 | $6 | $30 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
86 | $2 | $8 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
59 | $14 | $45 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
49 | $139 | $499 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
44 | $18 | $63 |
| Stress echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed while at rest and during exercise or drug-induced stress to evaluate heart function under different conditions. |
44 | $50 | $175 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
43 | $12 | $35 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
40 | $82 | $272 |
| External shock to heart to regulate heart beat A procedure that delivers an electric shock to the heart from outside the body to restore a normal heart rhythm. |
38 | $80 | $391 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
37 | $10 | $126 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 35 | $237 | $776 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with professional review A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a review by a healthcare professional. |
29 | $14 | $47 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
28 | $19 | $66 |
| Follow-up ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers An ultrasound exam that follows up on the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. It uses sound waves to create images of the heart's structure and function. |
20 | $5 | $19 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 20 | $170 | $559 |
| 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. |
17 | $39 | $142 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
15 | $95 | $258 |
| Right heart catheterization A procedure where a thin, flexible tube is inserted into the right side of the heart to measure pressure and oxygen levels. |
13 | $99 | $342 |
| 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. |
12 | $64 | $228 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
11 | $15 | $62 |
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.
12.2% high complexity
20.5% medium
67.4% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$9,180
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,311/year across 7 years
Top 26% in FL for cardiovascular disease
38
Companies
292
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
$9,180 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$3,077
2023
$1,225
2022
$1,379
2021
$864
2020
$383
2019
$900
2018
$1,351
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
CVRx, Inc.
$1,590
Amgen Inc.
$1,055
Novartis Pharma AG
$963
PFIZER INC.
$642
Medtronic, Inc.
$637
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$479
Abbott Laboratories
$401
Novo Nordisk Inc
$347
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$310
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$308
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$280
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$262
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$210
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$189
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$186
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$154
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$147
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$135
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$109
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$95
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$91
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$90
Boston Scientific Corporation
$88
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$85
Baxter Healthcare
$45
Allergan Inc.
$36
ATRICURE, INC.
$31
ABIOMED
$30
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$26
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$20
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$20
Lilly USA, LLC
$20
GENZYME CORPORATION
$19
VIVUS LLC
$18
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, LLC
$16
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$16
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$16
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 39.3% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AMPLATZER AMULET · ANDEXXA · Arcalyst · BYSTOLIC · Barostim Neo System · CAMZYOS · CARDIOMEMS · CARTO 3 · CHANTIX · COBALT DR MRI SURESCAN · Corlanor · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · EPI-SENSE GUIDED COAGULATION SYSTEM WITH VISITRAX · FARXIGA · FUROSCIX · HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Device · Hillrom - Cardiac Ambulatory Monitor · Hillrom - Carnation Ambulatory Monitor · Impella · Inpefa · JARDIANCE · Kerendia · LCZ696B · LEQVIO · LEXISCAN · LINQ II · LINZESS · LUX DX · LifeVest · MITRACLIP · MOUNJARO · MULTAQ · MitraClip System · NEXLETOL · ONPATTRO · ONYX FRONTIER · OPSUMIT · OPSUMIT MACITENTAN · Ozempic · PRALUENT · Qsymia · REVEAL LINQ · Repatha · Saxenda · UPTRAVI · VERQUVO · VYNDAQEL · Vascepa · WAINUA · WATCHMAN · WATCHMAN FLX · Wegovy · XARELTO
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.
Equivalent to $178 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
152
Per 100K population
15.1
County median income
$68,447
Nearest hospital
BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER BEACHES
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. Sotolongo is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 20% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Sotolongo experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sotolongo performed 1,514 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. Sotolongo receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sotolongo received a total of $9,180 from 38 companies across 292 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. Sotolongo's costs compare to other cardiologists in Jacksonville Beach?
Dr. Sotolongo's average Medicare payment per service is $60. 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. Sotolongo) 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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