Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Collins, D.O.
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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Collins
Dr. Robert Collins is an internal medicine specialist in Douglas, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Collins performed 15,005 Medicare services across 7,685 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Collins received a total of $4,420 from 25 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 262 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. Collins 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 1% volume in GA
$4,420 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗15,005
Medicare services
Top 1% in GA for internal medicine
7,685
Unique beneficiaries
$35
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~750 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
2,404 | $44 | $100 |
| 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. |
1,503 | $86 | $200 |
| Adenosine injection, 1 mg Administration of a 1 mg dose of adenosine medication. This code is specifically for adenosine and excludes adenosine phosphate compounds. |
1,441 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
992 | $6 | $118 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
844 | $13 | $60 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
762 | $8 | $15 |
| 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. |
676 | $10 | $70 |
| Liver enzyme (SGOT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGOT to help assess liver health. |
454 | $5 | $15 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
454 | $5 | $17 |
| 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. |
377 | $132 | $500 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
376 | $130 | $1,000 |
| 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. |
372 | $59 | $132 |
| Annual depression screening | 350 | $17 | $50 |
| Complex chronic care management, first 60 minutes This service involves clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional to manage two or more chronic conditions over a calendar month. It covers the first 60 minutes of this coordinated care effort. |
274 | $89 | $150 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
248 | $10 | $100 |
| 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. |
232 | $0 | $25 |
| 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. |
185 | $4 | $14 |
| 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. |
165 | $2 | $15 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
156 | $15 | $20 |
| 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. |
154 | $8 | $35 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
146 | $16 | $40 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
145 | $9 | $35 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
145 | $120 | $251 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
142 | $82 | $145 |
| 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. |
137 | $14 | $20 |
| Spirometry test before and after medication A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed of your breathing before and after taking a medication. |
132 | $27 | $175 |
| Lung volume test using gas dilution or washout A test that measures the amount of air in your lungs by using a gas dilution or washout method. |
132 | $31 | $250 |
| Pulmonary gas exchange test A test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases. |
132 | $39 | $225 |
| Spirometry test A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and how fast you can blow it out. The provider evaluates the results to check lung function. |
131 | $18 | $75 |
| Lung volume measurement test A test that measures the largest amount of air you can breathe in and out. It evaluates the total capacity of your lungs. |
129 | $10 | $100 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
119 | $9 | $50 |
| 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. |
94 | $110 | $300 |
| 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. |
90 | $9 | $60 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
82 | $7 | $30 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
82 | $53 | $132 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 125 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, with a dosage of up to 125 mg. |
78 | $4 | $30 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with professional review A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a review by a healthcare professional. |
66 | $13 | $80 |
| 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. |
65 | $289 | $650 |
| 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. |
65 | $45 | $300 |
| 2-day continuous ECG monitoring A continuous electrocardiogram recording that captures heart activity over a 48-hour period. This test helps detect irregular heart rhythms or other cardiac issues that may not appear during a standard, short-term ECG. |
65 | $12 | $102 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
60 | $13 | $150 |
| 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. |
51 | $20 | $85 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
50 | $19 | $125 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
46 | $16 | $40 |
| Respiratory virus detection test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza viruses. |
39 | $39 | $150 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
35 | $29 | $40 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart device, up to 30 days Remote evaluation of an implanted heart or blood vessel monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
32 | $17 | $150 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
29 | $75 | $89 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
25 | $8 | $75 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
19 | $16 | $49 |
| COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen. |
12 | $50 | $125 |
| 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. |
11 | $34 | $75 |
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.
3.8% high complexity
17.6% medium
78.6% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2023 ↗$4,420
Total received (2018-2023)
Avg $737/year across 6 years
Top 18% in GA for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
25
Companies
262
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
$4,317 (97.7%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$103 (2.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2023
$200
2022
$359
2021
$1,107
2020
$840
2019
$1,180
2018
$733
Payments by company (2023)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$144
Amgen Inc.
$36
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2023 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2023) ›
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$1,348
Amgen Inc.
$735
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$518
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$512
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$204
PFIZER INC.
$184
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$145
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$144
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$96
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$91
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$91
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$75
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$40
Vital Connect, Inc
$32
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$29
VIVUS, Inc.
$22
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$21
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$19
Lundbeck LLC
$18
Abbott Laboratories
$18
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$16
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$16
Amryt Pharma Holdings Ltd
$13
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 58.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Azure · BRILINTA · CHANTIX · Carto 3 System · CoreValve Evolut · Corlanor · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · Edwards SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Heart Valve · FARXIGA · INVOKANA · Inpefa · JARDIANCE · JUXTAPID · Kerendia · LEQVIO · LifeVest · Livalo · Mitra Clip system · NORTHERA · ONPATTRO · PRADAXA · PRALUENT · PRALUENT ALIROCUMAB INJECTION · QSYMIA · Repatha · Reveal LINQ · VERQUVO · VYNDAQEL · Vascepa · XARELTO
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 (98%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
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 2023 |
| 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. Collins is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 18% 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. Collins experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Collins performed 2,404 chronic care management, first 20 min/month 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. Collins receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Collins received a total of $4,420 from 25 companies across 262 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. Collins's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Douglas?
Dr. Collins's average Medicare payment per service is $35. 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. Collins) 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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