Medicare Enrolled
Dr. David Newton, MD
Cardiovascular Disease · Savannah, GA
Practice pattern: Electrophysiology & Remote
— Practice combining electrophysiology and remote services
Consulting-driven
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Newton
Dr. David Newton is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Savannah, GA, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Newton performed 3,405 Medicare services across 2,572 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Newton received a total of $189,734 from 45 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1195 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Newton 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.
✓ 18 years in practice
▲ Top 24% volume in GA
$189,734 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗3,405
Medicare services
Top 24% in GA for cardiovascular disease
2,572
Unique beneficiaries
$111
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~189 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. |
375 | $95 | $205 |
| 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. |
348 | $11 | $60 |
| 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. |
287 | $62 | $139 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
278 | $15 | $99 |
| 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. |
208 | $122 | $317 |
| 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. |
191 | $20 | $105 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart rhythm device Evaluation of data transmitted remotely from an implantable cardiovascular monitor, such as a loop recorder or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, over a period up to 30 days. |
191 | $49 | $158 |
| Repair of left upper heart chamber with implant A surgical procedure to repair the left upper chamber of the heart using an implanted device, with review by a radiologist. |
130 | $587 | $2,448 |
| 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. |
123 | $19 | $84 |
| Atrial fibrillation ablation with pulmonary vein isolation A procedure to treat atrial fibrillation by mapping the heart's electrical activity and destroying tissue causing irregular contractions. This is done by isolating the pulmonary veins using catheter-based destruction. |
118 | $734 | $3,287 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
88 | $132 | $696 |
| 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. |
87 | $27 | $206 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
69 | $56 | $188 |
| 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. |
69 | $20 | $78 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
65 | $19 | $77 |
| 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. |
63 | $8 | $44 |
| 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. |
61 | $10 | $38 |
| Heart chamber tissue destruction via catheter A procedure that destroys tissue in the upper heart chamber using a tube to treat abnormal heart rhythm. |
53 | $238 | $1,233 |
| Catheter ablation for abnormal heart rhythm A procedure where catheters are inserted to destroy tissue causing irregular heartbeats. |
52 | $237 | $1,232 |
| 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. |
52 | $97 | $265 |
| 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. |
46 | $60 | $139 |
| 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. |
40 | $32 | $93 |
| Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin used for imaging studies. |
34 | $93 | $600 |
| 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. |
29 | $383 | $1,654 |
| 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. |
28 | $74 | $286 |
| 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. |
24 | $16 | $70 |
| 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. |
24 | $10 | $47 |
| 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. |
21 | $39 | $77 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
19 | $19 | $82 |
| 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. |
18 | $61 | $195 |
| Insertion of implantable heart rhythm monitor A small device is placed under the skin to continuously record the heart's electrical activity. This helps detect irregular heart rhythms that may not appear during a standard office visit. |
17 | $64 | $284 |
| 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. |
17 | $83 | $387 |
| 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. |
17 | $47 | $279 |
| Ultrasound of heart blood vessels with radiologist review An ultrasound exam that evaluates blood vessels within the heart, including a review of the results by a radiologist. |
16 | $56 | $864 |
| 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. |
16 | $86 | $200 |
| 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. |
15 | $319 | $1,441 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
15 | $47 | $159 |
| Radiofrequency ablation for supraventricular tachycardia A procedure to locate and destroy abnormal heart tissue in the upper chambers of the heart that causes a rapid heart rate. |
15 | $646 | $2,463 |
| 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. |
14 | $73 | $257 |
| 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. |
13 | $704 | $2,866 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
13 | $75 | $207 |
| 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. |
13 | $135 | $389 |
| 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. |
11 | $286 | $1,553 |
| Follow-up ultrasound of heart blood flow, valves and chambers An ultrasound exam that follows up on the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. It uses sound waves to create images of the heart's structure and function. |
11 | $6 | $24 |
| Heart rhythm stimulator programming after drug infusion Adjustment of a heart rhythm stimulation device following a drug infusion. This procedure involves reprogramming the device settings to ensure proper function after the medication has been administered. |
11 | $62 | $584 |
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.
31.8% high complexity
4.4% medium
63.8% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$189,734
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $27,105/year across 7 years
Top 2% in GA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
45
Companies
1,195
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.
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$107,696 (56.8%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$77,940 (41.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$4,098 (2.2%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$35,335
2023
$75,598
2022
$45,496
2021
$9,698
2020
$3,529
2019
$4,865
2018
$15,214
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$16,991
ATRICURE, INC.
$11,910
Boston Scientific Corporation
$2,646
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$1,421
Medtronic, Inc.
$1,104
Philips North America LLC
$671
Inari Medical, Inc.
$134
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$116
Abbott Laboratories
$89
PFIZER INC.
$62
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$29
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$29
CVRx, Inc.
$24
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$22
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$19
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$18
Stryker Corporation
$18
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$17
Cook Medical LLC
$15
Top 3 companies account for 89.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
ATRICURE, INC.
$61,931
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$47,730
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$22,915
Medtronic, Inc.
$10,854
Boston Scientific Corporation
$10,670
AtriCure, Inc.
$9,674
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$6,221
Eagle Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$4,098
Abbott Laboratories
$3,203
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$2,339
Acutus Medical, Inc.
$1,774
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$1,398
Cook Incorporated
$1,246
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$898
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$683
Philips North America LLC
$671
PFIZER INC.
$406
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$388
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$382
CVRx, Inc.
$328
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$257
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$205
Cook Medical LLC
$183
Inari Medical, Inc.
$180
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$167
Amgen Inc.
$108
Vital Connect, Inc
$93
MEDICOMP INC
$82
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$75
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$75
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$71
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$71
Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems Inc.
$68
UCB, Inc.
$50
Stryker Corporation
$39
BIOTRONIK INC.
$31
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$30
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$28
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$22
Vifor Pharma, Inc.
$19
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$17
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$16
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$13
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$12
Itamar Medical Inc
$11
Top 3 companies account for 69.9% 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 →
The majority of payments (57%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 2% for cardiovascular disease in GA.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
33
Per 100K population
11.1
County median income
$69,575
Nearest hospital
CANDLER HOSPITAL
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. Newton is an electrophysiology & remote specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 24% in GA), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 2% of GA peers, with 18 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. Newton experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Newton performed 375 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. Newton receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Newton received a total of $189,734 from 45 companies across 1,195 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. Newton's costs compare to other cardiologists in Savannah?
Dr. Newton's average Medicare payment per service is $111. 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. Newton) 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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