Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Charles Baggett, MD
Cardiovascular Disease · Rome, GA
Practice pattern: Cardiac Imaging
— Practice with significant diagnostic imaging and stress testing
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Baggett
Dr. Charles Baggett is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Rome, GA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Baggett performed 8,028 Medicare services across 5,868 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Baggett received a total of $6,291 from 36 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 286 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. Baggett 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in GA
$6,291 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗8,028
Medicare services
Top 2% in GA for cardiovascular disease
5,868
Unique beneficiaries
$56
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~423 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. |
1,102 | $6 | $25 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
868 | $43 | $120 |
| 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. |
840 | $82 | $158 |
| 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. |
722 | $10 | $73 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
592 | $131 | $604 |
| Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin used for imaging studies. |
456 | $90 | $225 |
| 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. |
313 | $4 | $30 |
| 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. |
229 | $45 | $300 |
| 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. |
228 | $300 | $1,300 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
227 | $8 | $15 |
| 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. |
175 | $22 | $90 |
| 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. |
132 | $129 | $302 |
| Perflutren lipid microspheres injection Injection of perflutren lipid microspheres, measured per milliliter. |
126 | $33 | $110 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
122 | $8 | $50 |
| 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. |
98 | $11 | $130 |
| 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. |
98 | $117 | $242 |
| 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. |
98 | $59 | $112 |
| 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. |
89 | $9 | $40 |
| 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. |
86 | $27 | $185 |
| 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. |
83 | $7 | $40 |
| 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. |
83 | $15 | $95 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
80 | $13 | $70 |
| 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. |
77 | $91 | $169 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
66 | $17 | $455 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 66 | $216 | $1,405 |
| Stress echocardiogram with ECG monitoring An ultrasound of the heart performed while monitoring heart rhythm during rest, exercise, or medication-induced stress, followed by a review and report of the findings. |
64 | $151 | $730 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
61 | $36 | $335 |
| 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. |
51 | $15 | $80 |
| Pacemaker system evaluation Assessment of a pacemaker device, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless systems. |
50 | $38 | $96 |
| SPECT nuclear medicine scan, 1 area A nuclear medicine imaging test using a single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) scan to create detailed images of one specific area of the body. |
48 | $249 | $945 |
| Technetium Tc-99m oxidronate diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of Technetium Tc-99m oxidronate used for imaging studies, with a dosage up to 30 millicuries. |
48 | $40 | $120 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 5 and 10 minutes to discuss medical matters. |
44 | $30 | $65 |
| 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. |
40 | $36 | $70 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
35 | $37 | $90 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
34 | $10 | $60 |
| Ultrasound of heart with contrast injection An ultrasound of the heart is performed while injecting an X-ray contrast agent to improve the clarity of the images. |
34 | $24 | $90 |
| 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 | $56 | $108 |
| Heart muscle strain imaging | 32 | $27 | $335 |
| 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. |
32 | $101 | $209 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
31 | $51 | $335 |
| Critical care, first 30-74 min Emergency medical care for a critically ill or injured patient lasting between 30 and 74 minutes. This service involves direct patient care and medical decision making to stabilize the patient. |
29 | $160 | $443 |
| 3D radiographic procedure A radiographic imaging technique that creates three-dimensional representations of internal structures. |
28 | $18 | $260 |
| 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. |
28 | $20 | $75 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
28 | $61 | $105 |
| Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg | 28 | $6 | $70 |
| Stress echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed while at rest and during exercise or drug-induced stress to evaluate heart function under different conditions. |
27 | $52 | $305 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
18 | $13 | $85 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
18 | $76 | $495 |
| Iron level test | 17 | $6 | $30 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
17 | $20 | $65 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
16 | $15 | $70 |
| 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. |
15 | $9 | $45 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
15 | $20 | $60 |
| 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. |
14 | $8 | $45 |
| 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. |
13 | $83 | $620 |
| Initial hospital admission, low complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving straightforward or low-level medical decision making, with at least 40 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
13 | $64 | $160 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery image A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in the arm or leg. This process involves analyzing the visual data to assess the blood vessels. |
11 | $64 | $478 |
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
30.9% medium
56.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$6,291
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $899/year across 7 years
Top 31% in GA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
36
Companies
286
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
$5,235 (83.2%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$1,056 (16.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$825
2023
$567
2022
$867
2021
$629
2020
$1,729
2019
$825
2018
$849
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$173
CVRx, Inc.
$156
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$123
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$80
Boston Scientific Corporation
$53
CORDIS US CORP.
$46
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$42
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$36
Novo Nordisk Inc
$34
PFIZER INC.
$32
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$20
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$17
Vital Connect, Inc
$15
Top 3 companies account for 54.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$1,659
PFIZER INC.
$1,323
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$504
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$408
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$243
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$209
ATRICURE, INC.
$185
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$183
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$165
CVRx, Inc.
$156
Osprey Medical Inc
$135
Boston Scientific Corporation
$93
Amgen Inc.
$85
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$85
Abbott Laboratories
$83
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$80
LivaNova USA, Inc.
$78
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$73
Medtronic, Inc.
$71
CORDIS US CORP.
$68
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$53
Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc.
$45
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$40
Novo Nordisk Inc
$34
BIOTRONIK INC.
$31
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$26
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$25
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Terumo Medical Corporation
$20
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$17
Akcea Therapeutics, Inc.
$17
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$17
CHF Solutions, Inc
$16
Varian Medical Systems, Inc.
$16
Vital Connect, Inc
$15
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 55.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ABRE · AMS 700 · AVEIR · Aimovig · Aquadex · BEXSERO · BRILINTA · Barostim Neo System · CAMZYOS · CARDIOFORM Septal Occluder · CLEVIPREX · Carnation Ambulatory Monitor · Coronary Orbital Atherectomy System · DEFINITY · Definity · DyeVert · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · EPI-SENSE GUIDED COAGULATION SYSTEM WITH VISITRAX · FARXIGA · GORE CARDIOFORM Septal Occluder · GVOKE PFS · Heartrail · INFINITI · Inpefa · JARDIANCE · KENGREAL · LEQVIO · LifeVest · NEXLETOL · ONPATTRO · OPSUMIT · OPSUMIT MACITENTAN · OPTIMIZER · Orsiro · Ozempic · PK Papyrus · PRADAXA · RAIN SHEATH · Repatha · Resolute · TEGSEDI · Tandem Life Kit · TrueBeam · UPTRAVI · VERQUVO · VISTA BRITE TIP · VITALPATCH RTM · VYNDAQEL · WATCHMAN Access System · 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 (83%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
15
Per 100K population
15.2
County median income
$62,540
Nearest hospital
ADVENTHEALTH REDMOND
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. Baggett is a cardiac imaging specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 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. Baggett experienced with ekg interpretation and report?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Baggett performed 1,102 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. Baggett receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Baggett received a total of $6,291 from 36 companies across 286 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. Baggett's costs compare to other cardiologists in Rome?
Dr. Baggett's average Medicare payment per service is $56. 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. Baggett) 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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