Medicare Enrolled
Dr. John Arnett, M.D.
Internal Medicine · Douglas, GA
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. Arnett 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. Arnett
Dr. John Arnett is an internal medicine specialist in Douglas, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Arnett performed 10,875 Medicare services across 6,451 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Arnett received a total of $11,987 from 61 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 727 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in internal medicine. 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. Arnett 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 3% volume in GA
$11,987 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗10,875
Medicare services
Top 3% in GA for internal medicine
6,451
Unique beneficiaries
$27
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~544 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. |
1,495 | $78 | $180 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
788 | $8 | $25 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
711 | $10 | $42 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
681 | $8 | $40 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
513 | $16 | $72 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
477 | $29 | $150 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
474 | $0 | $10 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
446 | $13 | $58 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
432 | $9 | $46 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
410 | $15 | $70 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
387 | $4 | $16 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
370 | $0 | $10 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
357 | $117 | $150 |
| 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. |
314 | $6 | $118 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
267 | $9 | $35 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
252 | $2 | $20 |
| Iron level test | 246 | $6 | $32 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
246 | $9 | $35 |
| 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. |
227 | $45 | $160 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 226 | $5 | $35 |
| Drug test with direct observation A drug screening test performed under direct observation to ensure the sample is provided correctly. This method is used to verify the integrity of the specimen collection process. |
216 | $11 | $59 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
186 | $14 | $64 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
177 | $7 | $30 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
147 | $28 | $45 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
141 | $70 | $120 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 98 | $18 | $115 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
86 | $13 | $68 |
| 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. |
65 | $10 | $75 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
62 | $130 | $1,265 |
| 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. |
46 | $20 | $107 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
36 | $25 | $105 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
33 | $282 | $350 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
33 | $29 | $40 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
32 | $36 | $155 |
| 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. |
30 | $101 | $235 |
| Respiratory virus detection test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza viruses. |
28 | $53 | $100 |
| Annual depression screening | 28 | $17 | $30 |
| 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. |
24 | $123 | $500 |
| Initial preventive physical examination, new Medicare beneficiary A comprehensive preventive health visit for new Medicare beneficiaries during their first 12 months of enrollment. The service is conducted as a face-to-face visit and is limited to preventive care. |
18 | $146 | $175 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
17 | $30 | $75 |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. |
16 | $60 | $220 |
| Stool test for blood to screen for colon tumors A test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood, which is used to screen for colon tumors. |
15 | $4 | $25 |
| 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. |
11 | $62 | $225 |
| Annual wellness visit, initial visit A yearly appointment to review your health and create a personalized prevention plan. This initial visit focuses on preventive care and health assessment. |
11 | $155 | $185 |
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.
0.6% high complexity
13.1% medium
86.4% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$11,987
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,712/year across 7 years
Top 6% in GA for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
61
Companies
727
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
$11,577 (96.6%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$410 (3.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,413
2023
$2,064
2022
$1,880
2021
$2,156
2020
$1,406
2019
$1,117
2018
$952
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$366
Novo Nordisk Inc
$248
PFIZER INC.
$192
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$181
Corcept Therapeutics
$160
ABBVIE INC.
$159
Amgen Inc.
$141
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$139
Alkermes, Inc.
$120
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$84
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$80
Exact Sciences Corporation
$76
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$75
Lundbeck LLC
$55
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$47
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$38
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$37
Lilly USA, LLC
$31
Dexcom, Inc.
$31
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$28
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$21
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
AIMMUNE THERAPEUTICS, INC.
$18
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$17
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$16
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$16
Baxter Healthcare
$16
Top 3 companies account for 33.4% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,172
PFIZER INC.
$1,163
Novo Nordisk Inc
$891
Amgen Inc.
$879
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$772
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$516
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$516
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$509
AbbVie Inc.
$505
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$473
ABBVIE INC.
$318
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$316
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$303
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$299
Corcept Therapeutics
$258
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$241
Electromed, Inc.
$220
Allergan, Inc.
$193
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$168
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$162
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$161
Lilly USA, LLC
$129
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$120
Alkermes, Inc.
$120
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$110
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$105
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$96
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$92
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$80
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$78
Exact Sciences Corporation
$76
AbbVie, Inc.
$74
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$70
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$67
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$66
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$65
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$59
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$56
Lundbeck LLC
$55
Dexcom, Inc.
$31
OPKO Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$30
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$28
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$28
Valeritas, Inc.
$27
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$26
Braemar Manufacturing, LLC
$23
ITI, Inc.
$21
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$19
Boston Scientific Corporation
$18
AIMMUNE THERAPEUTICS, INC.
$18
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$17
Baxter Healthcare
$16
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals
$15
Allergan Inc.
$15
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$15
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
Organogenesis Inc.
$13
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
Purdue Pharma L.P.
$13
Shire North American Group Inc
$12
Top 3 companies account for 26.9% 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 (97%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 6% for internal medicine in GA.
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
12
Per 100K population
27.8
County median income
$50,175
Nearest hospital
COFFEE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, INC
21.0 mi
21.0 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. Arnett is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 6% 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. Arnett experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Arnett performed 1,495 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. Arnett receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Arnett received a total of $11,987 from 61 companies across 727 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. Arnett's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Douglas?
Dr. Arnett's average Medicare payment per service is $27. 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. Arnett) 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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