Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Iaffaldano, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Palos Park, IL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Iaffaldano
Dr. Robert Iaffaldano is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Palos Park, IL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Iaffaldano performed 45,665 Medicare services across 6,080 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Iaffaldano received a total of $5,021 from 32 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 219 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. Iaffaldano 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 0% volume in IL
$5,021 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗45,665
Medicare services
Top 0% in IL for cardiovascular disease
6,080
Unique beneficiaries
$30
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~2,283 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
37,985 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
1,002 | $135 | $237 |
| 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. |
919 | $95 | $164 |
| 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. |
909 | $64 | $156 |
| 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. |
528 | $146 | $767 |
| 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. |
363 | $4 | $18 |
| Anticoagulant management for warfarin Management of anticoagulant therapy for a patient taking warfarin. This service involves monitoring and adjusting the medication regimen. |
360 | $9 | $38 |
| Normal saline infusion, 250 cc Administration of 250 cubic centimeters of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater fluid. |
336 | $1 | $12 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
251 | $146 | $893 |
| 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. |
231 | $98 | $224 |
| Additional sedation, per 15 minutes Administration of a drug to deepen sedation during a procedure. This code covers each additional 15-minute increment of sedation beyond the initial period. |
229 | $10 | $30 |
| 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. |
194 | $142 | $425 |
| CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis. |
171 | $326 | $2,275 |
| 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. |
158 | $11 | $103 |
| Intravenous hydration infusion, 31-60 minutes Administration of fluids into a vein to maintain hydration. This procedure involves an infusion lasting between 31 and 60 minutes. |
153 | $27 | $189 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
143 | $146 | $2,309 |
| CT scan of heart blood vessels and grafts with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's blood vessels and any surgical grafts. |
128 | $224 | $2,300 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
127 | $144 | $768 |
| 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. |
121 | $6 | $40 |
| 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. |
117 | $42 | $136 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 115 | $156 | $343 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
97 | $20 | $120 |
| 30-day continuous ECG with patient-triggered event transmission and review This procedure involves continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days, including the transmission of patient-triggered events. A healthcare professional reviews the data and provides a report. |
85 | $697 | $2,865 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
75 | $13 | $54 |
| Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts A complete ultrasound exam of the aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. This imaging test uses sound waves to visualize these blood vessels. |
74 | $137 | $701 |
| 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. |
71 | $44 | $75 |
| CT scan of abdominal aorta and leg arteries with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the abdominal aorta and the arteries in both legs. |
67 | $236 | $2,960 |
| Physician review of home INR testing A physician reviews, interprets, and manages home INR testing results for patients with mechanical heart valves, chronic atrial fibrillation, or venous thromboembolism who meet Medicare coverage criteria. |
64 | $7 | $30 |
| 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. |
59 | $63 | $105 |
| 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. |
56 | $128 | $613 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery images A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in one or both arms or legs to assess blood flow and vessel health. |
56 | $137 | $703 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
47 | $73 | $974 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 48 hours to 7 days This procedure involves recording the heart's electrical activity continuously using an external device for a period exceeding 48 hours but not more than 7 days. |
45 | $10 | $49 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
45 | $19 | $78 |
| Artery plaque removal and stent insertion in leg This procedure involves removing plaque buildup from leg arteries and placing stents to keep the blood vessels open. |
43 | $9,349 | $64,482 |
| Radiologist review of abdominal aorta image A radiologist reviews images of the abdominal aorta to evaluate the blood vessel. |
41 | $103 | $520 |
| Radiologist review of additional artery image A radiologist reviews an additional image of an artery. This step involves professional interpretation of the imaging data. |
39 | $81 | $325 |
| CT scan of neck blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses dye to visualize the blood vessels in the neck. This imaging test helps examine the structure and flow within the neck's vascular system. |
35 | $204 | $2,075 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
26 | $96 | $543 |
| Arterial plaque removal in leg A procedure to remove plaque buildup from the arteries in the leg to restore blood flow. |
25 | $7,008 | $47,481 |
| 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. |
20 | $66 | $158 |
| 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. |
16 | $102 | $300 |
| Balloon angioplasty of leg artery, initial vessel A procedure to widen a narrowed or blocked artery in the leg using a balloon catheter. This is performed on the first vessel treated during the session. |
14 | $2,860 | $23,762 |
| Normal saline infusion, 500 ml Administration of sterile normal saline solution through an intravenous line. This procedure involves the infusion of a 500 ml unit of the solution. |
14 | $1 | $25 |
| Arterial catheter insertion, initial third order branch Insertion of a tube into an abdominal, pelvic, or leg artery, specifically targeting the initial third order branch. |
11 | $1,086 | $5,428 |
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.
1.9% high complexity
86.0% medium
12.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$5,021
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $717/year across 7 years
Top 35% in IL for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
32
Companies
219
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
$5,021 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,045
2023
$772
2022
$683
2021
$821
2020
$344
2019
$650
2018
$707
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$394
PFIZER INC.
$264
Medtronic, Inc.
$174
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$67
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$34
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$33
Novo Nordisk Inc
$24
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$21
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$19
Abbott Laboratories
$15
Top 3 companies account for 79.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$926
PFIZER INC.
$613
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$565
Medtronic, Inc.
$513
Abbott Laboratories
$434
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$236
Boston Scientific Corporation
$217
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$207
Amgen Inc.
$189
JenaValve Technology, Inc.
$162
LimFlow Inc.
$117
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$104
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$101
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$101
Novo Nordisk Inc
$92
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$56
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$54
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$45
Lundbeck LLC
$40
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$34
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$31
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$21
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$21
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$19
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
$19
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$19
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$16
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$15
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$15
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
Cook Incorporated
$13
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 41.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ANDEXXA · Absolute Pro vascular stent system · Adempas · Auryon Laser System 100-120 Vac · BRILINTA · BodyGuardian · CARDIOMEMS · CHANTIX · CLEVIPREX · COBALT DR MRI SURESCAN · COOK MEDICAL ZENITH · COREVALVE EVOLUT R · Cios Alpha · Connect HF · CoreValve Evolut · Corlanor · ELIQUIS · EMBOSHIELD NAV6 · ENTRESTO · FUROSCIX · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL THERAPIES · General - Therapies · INSPIRE · JARDIANCE · JenaValve Pericardial TAVR System · LEQVIO · LIMFLOW SYSTEM · LifeVest · MULTAQ · NORTHERA · ONPATTRO · Ozempic · PERCLOSE PROGLIDE · PERCLOSE PROSTYLE · PRALUENT · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · Peripheral RotaLink Plus · Repatha · Resolute · Rybelsus · SAMSCA · Supera peripheral stent system · TurboHawk · VERQUVO · VYNDAQEL · Vascepa · Wegovy · XACT · 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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
585
Per 100K population
11.3
County median income
$81,797
Nearest hospital
PALOS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
3.9 mi
3.9 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. Iaffaldano is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in IL), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Iaffaldano experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Iaffaldano performed 37,985 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Iaffaldano receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Iaffaldano received a total of $5,021 from 32 companies across 219 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. Iaffaldano's costs compare to other cardiologists in Palos Park?
Dr. Iaffaldano's average Medicare payment per service is $30. 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. Iaffaldano) 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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