Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ann Grady, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Fall River, MA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
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. Grady
Dr. Ann Grady is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Fall River, MA, with 21 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Grady performed 7,152 Medicare services across 4,942 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Grady received a total of $5,753 from 38 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 373 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. Grady 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.
✓ 21 years in practice
▲ Top 4% volume in MA
$5,753 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗7,152
Medicare services
Top 4% in MA for cardiovascular disease
4,942
Unique beneficiaries
$31
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~341 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
601 | $8 | $17 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
517 | $13 | $50 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
514 | $10 | $36 |
| 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. |
500 | $8 | $26 |
| 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. |
498 | $88 | $370 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
496 | $9 | $40 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
493 | $16 | $58 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
467 | $6 | $30 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
461 | $5 | $30 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
387 | $29 | $99 |
| 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. |
264 | $10 | $140 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
255 | $131 | $400 |
| Annual depression screening | 253 | $19 | $58 |
| 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. |
130 | $56 | $250 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, preservative-free A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus, formulated without preservatives, administered in a 0.5 ml dose. |
114 | $21 | $58 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
114 | $31 | $97 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
108 | $145 | $661 |
| 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. |
106 | $280 | $550 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
106 | $31 | $86 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
89 | $87 | $370 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
69 | $13 | $46 |
| Iron level test | 63 | $6 | $22 |
| 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. |
63 | $8 | $30 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
56 | $3 | $11 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
47 | $33 | $201 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
41 | $14 | $50 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
37 | $15 | $51 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
37 | $40 | $138 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
33 | $19 | $62 |
| 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. |
32 | $4 | $16 |
| Advance care planning consultation, first 30 min A session focused on discussing and documenting future healthcare preferences and goals. This service covers the initial 30 minutes of the planning discussion. |
25 | $41 | $270 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
24 | $3 | $9 |
| Routine 12-lead ECG screening A standard 12-lead electrocardiogram performed as part of an initial preventive physical examination. The service includes both the performance of the test and the physician's interpretation and report. |
24 | $10 | $55 |
| Urinalysis, microscopic examination A laboratory test that examines a urine sample under a microscope to check for cells, crystals, bacteria, or other substances. |
23 | $3 | $11 |
| Transitional care management, high complexity Coordination of care for a patient transitioning from a short-term hospital stay or other facility to home or another care setting. This service addresses a high-complexity medical problem. |
21 | $219 | $737 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
19 | $8 | $29 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 18 | $6 | $19 |
| Fecal immunochemical test (FIT), 1-3 simultaneous A screening test that uses a stool sample to detect hidden blood in the feces, helping to identify potential colorectal cancer. |
18 | $18 | $55 |
| 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 | $169 | $529 |
| 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 | $168 | $600 |
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.
1.5% high complexity
0.0% medium
98.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$5,753
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $959/year across 6 years
Top 31% in MA for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
38
Companies
373
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
$5,435 (94.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$318 (5.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$31
2023
$66
2021
$26
2020
$438
2019
$3,195
2018
$1,996
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Exact Sciences Corporation
$16
ABBVIE INC.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$576
PFIZER INC.
$562
Amgen Inc.
$513
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$441
Novo Nordisk Inc
$375
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$367
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$328
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$326
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$288
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$244
Lilly USA, LLC
$194
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$192
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$159
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$110
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$99
AbbVie, Inc.
$87
Allergan Inc.
$77
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$72
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$70
EISAI INC.
$67
ABBVIE INC.
$61
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$60
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$59
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$59
Boston Scientific Corporation
$57
AbbVie Inc.
$49
Eisai Inc.
$47
Pernix Therapeutics Holdings, Inc.
$31
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$30
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$22
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals
$21
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$19
Exact Sciences Corporation
$16
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$16
Circassia Pharmaceuticals Inc
$16
GENZYME CORPORATION
$16
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$14
Zyla Life Sciences
$13
Top 3 companies account for 28.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AIMOVIG · AJOVY · ANORO · ANORO ELLIPTA · BASAGLAR · BEVESPI AEROSPHERE · BREO · BRILINTA · BYSTOLIC · Belviq · CHANTIX · Cologuard Collection Kit · Corlanor · Dymista · ELIQUIS · EMGALITY · ENTRESTO · EVENITY · Edwards SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Heart Valve · FABRY-DISEASE · FARXIGA · INTRAROSA · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · LINZESS · LOKELMA · LYRICA · Linzess · Livalo · MOTEGRITY · MYRBETRIQ · Mitigare · Motegrity · OPSUMIT · Ozempic · PNEUMOVAX 23 · PRADAXA · PRALUENT · PRALUENT ALIROCUMAB INJECTION · PREVNAR - 13 · Perforomist · Prolia · RENFLEXIS · SHINGRIX · SILENOR · SPIRIVA RESPIMAT · STEGLATRO · STEGLUJAN · STIOLTO RESPIMAT · SYMBICORT · SYNTHROID · Saxenda · Synthroid · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TRINTELLIX · TRULICITY · TUDORZA PRESSAIR · Tirosint · Tresiba · Trintellix · UPTRAVI · VIBERZI · Vascepa · Victoza · WATCHMAN · XARELTO · Yupelri · ZORVOLEX
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 (94%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
150
Per 100K population
25.9
County median income
$84,198
Nearest hospital
SOUTHCOAST HOSPITALS GROUP
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. Grady is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in MA), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 21 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. Grady experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Grady performed 601 blood draw (venipuncture) 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. Grady receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Grady received a total of $5,753 from 38 companies across 373 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. Grady's costs compare to other cardiologists in Fall River?
Dr. Grady's average Medicare payment per service is $31. 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. Grady) 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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