Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Ali Shariati, MD

Radiation Oncology · Lakeland, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
1600 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD, Lakeland, FL 33805
8636807000
In practice since 2006 (20 years)
NPI: 1407822240 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Shariati

Dr. Ali Shariati is a radiation oncology in Lakeland, FL, with 20 years in practice. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Shariati performed 28,304 Medicare services across 3,909 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Shariati received a total of $19 from 1 pharmaceutical and/or device company across 1 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. 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. Shariati 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 8% volume in FL$ $19 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
28,304
Medicare services
Top 8% in FL for radiation oncology
3,909
Unique beneficiaries
$11
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~1,415 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.

ProcedureVolumeAvg. paidAvg. submitted
MRI contrast dye injection (gadobutrol)24,445$0$1
Chest X-ray, 1 view537$7$24
Chest X-ray, 2 views364$22$75
CT scan of chest, without contrast290$98$445
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast235$240$765
Mri scan of abdomen before and after contrast192$265$1,565
Ct scan of chest with contrast146$92$564
Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views139$23$76
Foot X-ray, 3+ views118$28$84
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast106$164$758
Knee X-ray, 3 views104$28$100
Steroid injection (triamcinolone)88$1$4
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views84$36$103
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast82$136$498
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views76$29$102
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast73$158$770
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views68$42$114
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views65$23$87
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views49$31$97
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views49$29$81
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis before and after contrast48$267$869
Mri scan of pelvis before and after contrast39$266$1,565
X-ray of middle spine, 3 views38$28$85
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast38$36$138
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast37$188$739
Double contrast x-ray of esophagus37$77$266
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, first growth35$103$320
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views29$33$121
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views27$23$82
3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing26$60$179
X-ray of ribs on side of body, minimum of 3 views25$29$91
Mri scan of abdomen without contrast24$150$745
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers24$26$90
Mri scan of brain without contrast22$54$190
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views22$7$22
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg22$6$16
X-ray of sacrum and tailbone, minimum of 2 views21$21$70
X-ray of lower leg, 2 views21$21$74
Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function21$93$314
Imaging guidance for procedure, 60 minutes or less21$13$60
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views20$39$113
X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views20$24$81
X-ray of both hips, 2 views20$27$98
Joint injection, major joint19$45$171
Mri scan of leg before and after contrast18$269$1,370
Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue18$84$288
Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen18$50$251
Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity18$28$95
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers17$91$295
Fine needle aspiration biopsy using ultrasound guidance, each additional growth16$49$155
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast15$36$129
X-ray of hip, minimum of 4 views15$41$127
Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement15$85$230
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast14$88$294
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views14$17$79
Ct scan of arm without contrast14$118$399
Ct scan of abdomen with contrast14$177$567
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views13$27$71
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views13$26$80
Mri scan of leg without contrast13$181$720
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view13$18$68
Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast12$46$155
Mri scan of leg joint before and after contrast12$310$1,625
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow12$149$498
CT scan of head/brain, without contrast11$82$350
X-ray of forearm, 2 views11$17$64
Single contrast x-ray of small intestine11$84$240
Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels11$31$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.

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2018 ↗
$19
Total received (2018-2018)
Bottom 9% in FL for radiation oncology
1
Company
1
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
$19 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2018
$19

Payments by company (2018)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.
$19
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of total payments
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 $0 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Radiation Oncologys within 10 mi
86
Per 100K population
11.3
County median income
$63,644
Nearest hospital
LAKELAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPESWeekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOSMonthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util.Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open PaymentsCY 2018
Disciplinary History— Not publicN/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. Shariati is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 8% in FL), and low-engagement industry engagement, with 20 years of practice experience.

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. Shariati experienced with mri contrast dye injection (gadobutrol)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Shariati performed 24,445 mri contrast dye injection (gadobutrol) 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. Shariati receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Shariati received a total of $19 from 1 company across 1 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. Shariati's costs compare to other radiation oncologys in Lakeland?
Dr. Shariati'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. Shariati) 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 →
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.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. The Transparency Score measures data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →