Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Rajiv Verma, M.D.
Optician · Dalton, GA
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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What this data tells you about Dr. Verma
Dr. Rajiv Verma is an optician specialist in Dalton, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Verma performed 9,217 Medicare services across 5,411 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Verma received a total of $24,188 from 44 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1025 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. 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. Verma is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 4% volume in GA
$24,188 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗9,217
Medicare services
Top 4% in GA for optician
5,411
Unique beneficiaries
$54
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~461 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
2,244 | $6 | $20 |
| 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. |
1,789 | $86 | $200 |
| 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. |
819 | $10 | $60 |
| 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. |
800 | $60 | $200 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
402 | $129 | $1,000 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
328 | $55 | $184 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
296 | $42 | $150 |
| 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. |
236 | $97 | $400 |
| 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. |
205 | $10 | $200 |
| Evaluation of implantable heart and blood vessel monitoring system This procedure involves checking the function and data of an implanted device used to monitor heart and blood vessel activity. |
175 | $37 | $90 |
| Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin used for imaging studies. |
162 | $88 | $400 |
| 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. |
143 | $57 | $150 |
| 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. |
133 | $75 | $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. |
133 | $119 | $400 |
| 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. |
115 | $4 | $50 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram under physician supervision and review. |
106 | $44 | $404 |
| 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. |
103 | $299 | $2,000 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
95 | $14 | $43 |
| 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. |
85 | $70 | $244 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 72 | $215 | $1,965 |
| 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. |
53 | $15 | $71 |
| 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. |
53 | $10 | $47 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
51 | $49 | $156 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
46 | $84 | $400 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
43 | $19 | $116 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring with symptom tracking, up to 30 days This procedure involves continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days. It includes symptom monitoring to correlate heart activity with patient-reported events. |
42 | $5 | $108 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
40 | $2 | $140 |
| Smoking cessation counseling, 4-10 minutes A brief counseling session focused on helping patients quit smoking and tobacco use. The provider spends 4 to 10 minutes discussing strategies and support for cessation. |
37 | $13 | $35 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
36 | $19 | $89 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
35 | $78 | $876 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
34 | $13 | $200 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
32 | $13 | $102 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring with transmission and review Continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days with symptom tracking. The data is transmitted and reviewed by a healthcare professional who provides a report. |
30 | $18 | $127 |
| 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. |
30 | $132 | $500 |
| 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. |
29 | $79 | $476 |
| 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. |
20 | $392 | $2,500 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
20 | $8 | $23 |
| Tilt table test for heart function A test that monitors heart function while the patient is moved from a lying to an upright position on a special table. |
16 | $118 | $800 |
| 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. |
16 | $121 | $250 |
| Permanent leadless pacemaker insertion A small, self-contained pacemaker is placed directly into the heart without using wires. The procedure is guided by imaging to ensure correct positioning. |
15 | $363 | $1,500 |
| 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. |
14 | $91 | $250 |
| Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less This service covers the final day of hospital care when the patient is being discharged. It includes coordination of care and instructions for the patient within a time frame of 30 minutes or less. |
14 | $61 | $250 |
| 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. |
13 | $23 | $106 |
| 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. |
12 | $680 | $3,000 |
| Aminophylline injection, up to 250 mg Administration of aminophylline medication via injection for a dose of up to 250 mg. |
12 | $5 | $20 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 8-15 days This procedure involves recording heart rhythm continuously using an external EKG device over a period of 8 to 15 days. |
11 | $8 | $114 |
| Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber, coronary artery and bypass graft for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 11 | $251 | $2,409 |
| Insertion of tube in right and left heart chambers and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 11 | $281 | $2,455 |
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.
12.8% high complexity
10.2% medium
77.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$24,188
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,455/year across 7 years
Top 7% in GA for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
44
Companies
1,025
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
$23,990 (99.2%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$198 (0.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$5,071
2023
$6,295
2022
$3,301
2021
$2,462
2020
$1,305
2019
$2,132
2018
$3,621
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Medtronic, Inc.
$2,833
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$980
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$242
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$193
PFIZER INC.
$159
United Therapeutics Corporation
$111
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$81
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$56
Boston Scientific Corporation
$53
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$52
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$48
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$46
Amgen Inc.
$46
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$36
Vital Connect, Inc
$28
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$23
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$21
Novo Nordisk Inc
$17
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$17
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 79.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Medtronic, Inc.
$7,242
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$2,784
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$2,288
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$2,220
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,179
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,148
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$939
PFIZER INC.
$734
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$683
United Therapeutics Corporation
$616
Amgen Inc.
$553
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$371
Novo Nordisk Inc
$335
Boston Scientific Corporation
$314
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$307
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$295
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$252
Abbott Laboratories
$230
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$198
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$197
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$134
ATRICURE, INC.
$114
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$104
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$99
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$90
Lundbeck LLC
$86
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$85
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$76
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$71
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$64
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$60
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$48
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$39
Vital Connect, Inc
$28
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$28
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$26
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$25
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$25
ARALEZ PHARMACEUTICALS US INC.
$23
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$23
Ethicon US, LLC
$20
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$13
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$11
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 50.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (99%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 7% for optician in GA.
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
56
Per 100K population
54.3
County median income
$64,262
Nearest hospital
HAMILTON 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 reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Verma is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 7% of GA peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Verma experienced with ekg interpretation and report?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Verma performed 2,244 ekg interpretation and report 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. Verma receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Verma received a total of $24,188 from 44 companies across 1,025 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. Verma's costs compare to other opticians in Dalton?
Dr. Verma's average Medicare payment per service is $54. 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. Verma) 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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