Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Raam Lakhani, MD
Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery Physician · Lakeland, 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.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Lakhani 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. Lakhani
Dr. Raam Lakhani is an otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery physician in Lakeland, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Lakhani performed 1,608 Medicare services across 1,329 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Lakhani received a total of $1,961 from 18 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 60 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery physician. 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. Lakhani 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 38% volume in FL
$1,961 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 | 86977 | Clear | January 31, 2027 | — |
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 ↗1,608
Medicare services
Top 38% in FL for otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery physician
1,329
Unique beneficiaries
$147
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~80 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nasal endoscopy A diagnostic procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the inside of the nasal passages. |
268 | $142 | $518 |
| 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. |
257 | $97 | $194 |
| Flexible laryngoscopy A diagnostic exam of the voice box using a flexible endoscope to visualize the larynx. |
156 | $77 | $286 |
| 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. |
137 | $119 | $299 |
| 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. |
133 | $64 | $132 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
91 | $24 | $125 |
| Microscopic ear examination A detailed visual inspection of the ear using a specialized microscope to examine the ear canal and eardrum. |
80 | $21 | $74 |
| Skin graft repair of eyelid, nose, ear, or lip, 10 sq cm or less A surgical procedure to repair a wound on the eyelid, nose, ear, or lip by transferring a small piece of skin. The transferred skin covers an area of 10 square centimeters or less. |
79 | $556 | $1,982 |
| Vestibular function test using rotating chair This test evaluates eye movement and balance function by having the patient sit in a rotating chair. It helps assess how the inner ear and brain coordinate to maintain stability. |
31 | $97 | $248 |
| Use of electrodes during balance testing Application of electrodes to monitor physiological responses during a balance assessment. |
31 | $8 | $15 |
| Balance testing with recording A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing. |
30 | $86 | $229 |
| Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation | 30 | $88 | $173 |
| Auditory brainstem response test A test that measures how the brain responds to sound to help diagnose nervous system disorders. The results are interpreted and reported by a medical professional. |
30 | $67 | $214 |
| VEMP testing of lower inner ear nerve branch A diagnostic test that evaluates the function of the lower branch of the inner ear nerve. The procedure includes interpretation of the results and a written report. |
29 | $61 | $211 |
| Vestibular function test with thermal irrigation A test that assesses balance by irrigating both ears with warm and cool fluids to evaluate inner ear function. |
29 | $32 | $101 |
| Skin graft repair of eyelid, nose, ear, or lip, 10.1-30 sq cm This procedure involves repairing a wound on the eyelid, nose, ear, or lip by transferring skin from another area. The graft size covered is between 10.1 and 30.0 square centimeters. |
24 | $771 | $2,587 |
| Brow paralysis repair Surgical procedure to correct paralysis of the eyebrow muscles. This intervention aims to restore position and function to the affected area. |
24 | $737 | $3,202 |
| Removal of excessive skin and fat of upper eyelid | 23 | $379 | $3,046 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
23 | $81 | $197 |
| Skin graft repair, 10 sq cm or less A surgical procedure to repair a wound by transferring a small piece of skin to the affected area. The graft covers wounds on the face, neck, hands, feet, or other specified body parts. |
22 | $505 | $1,939 |
| Balance and posture test A test to evaluate a patient's balance and posture. This assessment measures stability and body alignment. |
20 | $37 | $158 |
| Removal of nasal air passage under lining tissue A surgical procedure to remove tissue from the nasal air passage located beneath the lining. |
13 | $110 | $1,800 |
| Eardrum incision with tube insertion A small cut is made in the eardrum to insert a ventilation tube, performed under local or topical anesthesia. |
13 | $174 | $615 |
| Skin graft repair, 10.1-30 sq cm A surgical procedure to repair wounds on the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet by transferring skin. The graft covers an area between 10.1 and 30.0 square centimeters. |
12 | $707 | $2,406 |
| Reshaping of nasal cartilage | 12 | $273 | $1,576 |
| Computer-assisted neurosurgery outside brain covering A surgical procedure using computer guidance to operate on areas outside the membrane covering the brain. |
11 | $142 | $497 |
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.
0.7% high complexity
16.7% medium
82.6% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,961
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $327/year across 6 years
Top 46% in FL for otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery physician
18
Companies
60
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
$1,862 (95.0%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$99 (5.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,080
2023
$141
2022
$80
2021
$23
2019
$454
2018
$183
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$594
Stryker Corporation
$225
GENZYME CORPORATION
$179
AERIN MEDICAL INC.
$145
Acclarent, Inc
$139
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$129
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$99
Medtronic, Inc.
$99
Arrinex, Inc.
$73
Genentech USA, Inc.
$65
ABBVIE INC.
$59
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$39
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$28
Intersect ENT, Inc.
$23
DAVOL INC.
$22
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$17
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$15
Cook Medical LLC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 50.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCLARENT AERA · ACCLARENT NAVWIRE SINUS NAVIGATION GUIDEWIRE · ARISTA · CIPRODEX · Clarifix · Cook Medical Rhinology · DUPIXENT · ENTELLUS - FIAGON SINUS NAVIGATION SYSTEM · ENTELLUS - FOCESS SINUSCOPES · ENTELLUS - OFFICE SINUS PROCEDURE PACK · ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · ENTELLUS - XPRESS OFFICE START-UP KITS · Erivedge · INSPIRE · NATRELLE SALINE-FILLED BREAST IMPLANTS · NUVENT · Navigation CUBE · Otovel · Sophono · TruDi NAV Cable · VIVAER STYLUS
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 (95%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $122 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery physicians within 10 mi
5
Per 100K population
0.7
County median income
$63,644
Nearest hospital
LAKELAND REGIONAL 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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Lakhani is a clinical cardiology specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, 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. Lakhani experienced with nasal endoscopy?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Lakhani performed 268 nasal endoscopy 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. Lakhani receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Lakhani received a total of $1,961 from 18 companies across 60 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. Lakhani's costs compare to other otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery physicians in Lakeland?
Dr. Lakhani's average Medicare payment per service is $147. 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. Lakhani) 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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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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