Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Francisco Contreras, MD
Radiation Oncology · Orlando, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
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. Contreras
Dr. Francisco Contreras is a radiation oncology specialist in Orlando, FL, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Contreras performed 36,621 Medicare services across 2,147 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Contreras received a total of $8,885 from 18 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 92 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. Contreras 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.
✓ 17 years in practice
▲ Top 6% volume in FL
$8,885 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗36,621
Medicare services
Top 6% in FL for radiation oncology
2,147
Unique beneficiaries
$4
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~2,154 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
34,797 | $0 | $1 |
| Chest X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the chest taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the structures within the chest cavity. |
454 | $6 | $32 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis using contrast dye before and after administration to visualize internal structures. |
226 | $232 | $1,147 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
176 | $169 | $986 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
150 | $64 | $349 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
91 | $25 | $129 |
| Swallowing function imaging Imaging used to evaluate how well a person can swallow. This procedure visualizes the swallowing process to assess function. |
84 | $20 | $99 |
| 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. |
70 | $10 | $55 |
| CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis. |
60 | $253 | $1,271 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
55 | $14 | $73 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
54 | $7 | $32 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
50 | $56 | $276 |
| Abdominal fluid drainage with imaging guidance Removal of fluid from the abdominal cavity using imaging technology to guide the procedure. |
46 | $85 | $438 |
| CT scan of abdominal aorta and leg arteries with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the abdominal aorta and the arteries in both legs. |
46 | $146 | $954 |
| 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. |
32 | $95 | $493 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
27 | $29 | $147 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
24 | $79 | $417 |
| Central venous port insertion A surgical procedure to place a small reservoir under the skin for long-term access to the bloodstream. The device is connected to a vein to allow for repeated medication administration or blood draws. |
22 | $267 | $1,434 |
| Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration A procedure to remove a small sample of bone marrow and liquid for laboratory testing. The sample is analyzed to help diagnose various medical conditions. |
22 | $59 | $320 |
| Esophagram with single contrast An X-ray of the esophagus using a single type of contrast material to visualize the structure and function of the upper digestive tract. |
20 | $23 | $112 |
| MRI of abdominal blood vessels An MRI scan that creates detailed images of the blood vessels in the abdomen. |
18 | $62 | $324 |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous catheter for infusion, age 5+ A surgical procedure to place a long-term catheter into a large vein for delivering medications or fluids. The catheter is tunneled under the skin to reduce infection risk and provide stable access for patients aged 5 and older. |
17 | $194 | $1,137 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
17 | $23 | $118 |
| 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. |
15 | $6 | $37 |
| 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. |
13 | $12 | $57 |
| MRI of chest blood vessels An MRI scan that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
12 | $235 | $1,121 |
| CT scan of abdominal blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the abdomen. |
12 | $63 | $341 |
| Removal of tunneled central venous tube This procedure involves the removal of a catheter that has been surgically placed under the skin and threaded into a large vein. |
11 | $111 | $546 |
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 ↗$8,885
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,269/year across 7 years
Top 9% in FL for radiation oncology
18
Companies
92
Individual payments
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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
$7,981 (89.8%)
Scientific / Research
Research funding and grants
$903 (10.2%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$455
2023
$861
2022
$2,215
2021
$1,326
2020
$335
2019
$2,669
2018
$1,024
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Penumbra, Inc.
$3,716
Boston Scientific Corporation
$1,827
Cook Medical LLC
$1,002
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$874
Inari Medical, Inc.
$358
ARGON MEDICAL DEVICES, INC.
$188
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$156
Abbott Laboratories
$149
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$116
Surefire Medical, Inc.
$88
Medtronic, Inc.
$80
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$71
Biocompatibles, Inc.
$65
Ethicon US, LLC
$59
BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.
$46
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$35
Terumo Medical Corporation
$28
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$26
Top 3 companies account for 73.7% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(4067) Tack Endo Sys BTK · (4067) Tack Endovascular Systems BTK · (5027) Intact Vascular Und · (9281) Turbo Elite · (9520) IGT Devices Und · (9547) IGT Systems Undivided · ANGIOJET · AngioSeal · CERTUS 140 MICROWAVE ABLATION SYSTEM · Certus 140 · Cook Medical Liver Access · DIREXION · EMBOLD Fibered · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · GENERAL VASCULAR INTERVENTION · GENERAL ATHERECTOMY · GENERAL THROMBECTOMY · GENERAL VASCULAR INTERVENTION · GENERAL - THERAPIES · GENERAL - VASCULAR INTERVENTION · GENERAL EMBOLICS · IDC · INNOVA · Indigo · Indigo System · KYPHON EXPRESS II KYPHOPAK TRAY · OPTION · Penumbra Ruby Coil · Penumbra System · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · Precision Infusion System · RUBY Coil · Ruby · S · SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER · THERASPHERE-BIO · TheraSphere Y90 Glass Microspheres 10 GBq · VIABIL Biliary Endoprosthesis · VIATORR Endoprosthesis · Vascular Closure Device · ZILVER PTX
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 (90%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 9% for radiation oncology in FL.
Equivalent to $24 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
245
Per 100K population
17.0
County median income
$77,011
Nearest hospital
ADVENTHEALTH ORLANDO
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. Contreras is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 9% of FL peers, with 17 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. Contreras experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Contreras performed 34,797 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Contreras receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Contreras received a total of $8,885 from 18 companies across 92 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. Contreras's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Orlando?
Dr. Contreras's average Medicare payment per service is $4. 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. Contreras) 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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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.
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