Medicare Enrolled
Dr. David Bello, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Orlando, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Bello 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. Bello
Dr. David Bello is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Orlando, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Bello performed 3,418 Medicare services across 2,378 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Bello received a total of $31,568 from 41 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 542 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. Bello 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 36% volume in FL
$31,568 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 | 87209 | 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 ↗3,418
Medicare services
Top 36% in FL for cardiovascular disease
2,378
Unique beneficiaries
$62
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~180 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. |
741 | $93 | $305 |
| 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. |
566 | $11 | $55 |
| Remote cardiac rhythm monitor evaluation, up to 30 days Review and analysis of data from a remote cardiac rhythm monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
356 | $18 | $82 |
| 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. |
299 | $92 | $319 |
| 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. |
154 | $135 | $618 |
| 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. |
135 | $6 | $54 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
80 | $55 | $166 |
| 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. |
74 | $117 | $485 |
| 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. |
71 | $11 | $46 |
| 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. |
67 | $10 | $146 |
| 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. |
64 | $61 | $164 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
48 | $34 | $318 |
| 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. |
45 | $4 | $17 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
45 | $15 | $59 |
| 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. |
42 | $128 | $425 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
38 | $16 | $42 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
37 | $2 | $12 |
| Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with multiple leads to ensure proper function. |
34 | $42 | $193 |
| Pacemaker insertion with heart chamber electrodes A surgical procedure to implant a pacemaker device and place electrodes into the upper and lower chambers of the heart to regulate heart rhythm. |
33 | $359 | $1,589 |
| Programming of single lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for a single-lead implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to ensure proper function. |
33 | $27 | $130 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
33 | $145 | $558 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
33 | $19 | $78 |
| 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. |
33 | $69 | $199 |
| Programming of dual lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with two leads to ensure proper function. |
30 | $73 | $225 |
| 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. |
29 | $6 | $23 |
| Remote pacemaker monitoring, 90 days Remote assessment of a pacemaker system, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless devices, performed up to 90 days apart. |
27 | $23 | $60 |
| 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. |
25 | $16 | $68 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
22 | $19 | $66 |
| Cardiac rhythm monitor programming Adjustment and configuration of an implanted cardiac rhythm monitoring device to ensure proper operation and data collection. |
22 | $20 | $80 |
| Insertion of implantable heart rhythm monitor A small device is placed under the skin to continuously record the heart's electrical activity. This helps detect irregular heart rhythms that may not appear during a standard office visit. |
18 | $68 | $14,311 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
18 | $22 | $99 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
17 | $70 | $226 |
| Insertion of implantable defibrillator system A surgical procedure to place an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) device into the body. The device is connected to the heart to monitor heart rhythm and deliver shocks if dangerous arrhythmias occur. |
15 | $701 | $2,740 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with professional review A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a review by a healthcare professional. |
15 | $13 | $82 |
| MRI of heart with and without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the heart performed both before and after the administration of a contrast dye to enhance image detail. |
14 | $90 | $393 |
| CT scan of heart blood vessels and grafts with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's blood vessels and any surgical grafts. |
14 | $83 | $2,194 |
| 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. |
14 | $31 | $131 |
| Removal and replacement of dual lead permanent pacemaker This procedure involves removing an existing permanent pacemaker with two leads and replacing it with a new device. It is performed to update or repair the heart rhythm management system. |
13 | $246 | $1,071 |
| 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. |
13 | $330 | $1,029 |
| Remote evaluation of implantable defibrillator system Remote assessment of a single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the previous evaluation. |
13 | $29 | $74 |
| 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. |
13 | $103 | $344 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
13 | $37 | $105 |
| Removal of subcutaneous heart rhythm monitor This procedure involves the removal of a heart rhythm monitor that has been implanted under the skin. It is a minor surgical intervention to extract the device. |
12 | $53 | $375 |
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.
11.6% high complexity
7.5% medium
81.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$31,568
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $4,510/year across 7 years
Top 11% in FL for cardiovascular disease
41
Companies
542
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
$26,076 (82.6%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$5,096 (16.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$396 (1.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$4,588
2023
$5,771
2022
$7,442
2021
$1,351
2020
$1,649
2019
$3,728
2018
$7,040
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
BIOTRONIK INC.
$18,350
Abbott Laboratories
$6,299
Kestra Medical Technology Services, Inc.
$1,259
ATRICURE, INC.
$689
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$483
Medtronic, Inc.
$456
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$438
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$396
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$314
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$272
PFIZER INC.
$261
Boston Scientific Corporation
$225
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$205
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$198
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$174
Ethicon US, LLC
$154
Novo Nordisk Inc
$152
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$152
ABIOMED
$151
Aziyo Biologics, Inc.
$141
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$113
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$96
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$62
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$62
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$54
Acarix USA Inc.
$48
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$47
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$39
Philips North America LLC
$36
Sensible Medical Innovations Inc
$35
Amgen Inc.
$31
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$27
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
$23
Innovation Technologies Inc
$21
CVRx, Inc.
$19
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$17
GENZYME CORPORATION
$16
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$16
Baxter Healthcare
$13
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$13
ConvaTec Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 82.1% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(5091) Amb Mon & Diag Und · (9521) EPD Solutions Und · AMPLATZER · AMVIA EDGE · AQUACEL AG+ · AVEIR · Acticor · Acticor 7 VR-T DX · Advisor Catheter · Allure CRT Pacemaker · Allure Quadra RF CRT Pacemaker · Arcalyst · Assure WCD · Assurity Pacemaker · BIOMONITOR · Barostim Neo System · CADScor System · CAMZYOS · CARTO 3 · CONFIRM RX · COREVALVE EVOLUT R · CRT Leads · CardioInsight · CardioMEMS HF System · CareLink · Confirm Rx · Connectivity and Remote care · Cool Point Irrigation Pump · Corlanor · Durata Defibrillation ICD Lead · ECM Patch · ELIQUIS · ENSITE · ENSITE PRECISION · ENTRESTO · Edora 8 DR-T · Ellipse ICD · Ensite Cardiac Mapping System · Evera · FABRAZYME · FARXIGA · FUROSCIX · FlexAbility Ablation Catheter · Fortify Assura · Hillrom - Carnation Ambulatory Monitor · Impella · Inquiry Steerable Catheters · Irrigated Ablation Catheters · Irrisept · JARDIANCE · JOT DX · LEQVIO · LINQ II · LUX-Dx Insertable Cardiac Monitor · LifeVest · MERLIN@HOME · MULTAQ · Megadyne · Merlin Connectivity and Remote · Micra · MyCareLink · NEXLETOL · ONPATTRO · OPTIMIZER · Optimizer · Optisure Defibrillation ICD Lead · Ozempic · PULSESELECT · Pacemakers · Pouch · Quadra Allure MP RF CRT Pacemkr · Quadra Assura CRT Defibrillator · Quartet CRT Lead · REVEAL LINQ · ReDS system · Repatha · Resolute · Rivacor · Rivacor 7 DR-T · SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER · SYNERGY ABLATION SYSTEM · Shockwave IVL System with the Shockwave C2 Coronary IVL Catheter · Solia · Tendril Pacing Lead · Unify Assura CRT Defibrillator · V-Loc · VERQUVO · VYNDAQEL · Varithena Administration Pack · Vascular Closure Device · XARELTO · ZIO Patch · Zero Gravity
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 (83%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $924 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
180
Per 100K population
12.5
County median income
$77,011
Nearest hospital
ORLANDO HEALTH
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. Bello is a clinical cardiology specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 11% of FL peers, with 19 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. Bello experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Bello performed 741 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. Bello receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Bello received a total of $31,568 from 41 companies across 542 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. Bello's costs compare to other cardiologists in Orlando?
Dr. Bello's average Medicare payment per service is $62. 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. Bello) 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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