Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ethiraj Raj, MD
Optician · Flint, MI
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
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Raj from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Raj
Dr. Ethiraj Raj is an optician specialist in Flint, MI, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Raj performed 15,941 Medicare services across 2,156 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Raj received a total of $8,912 from 38 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 390 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. 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. Raj 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 MI
$8,912 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗15,941
Medicare services
Top 1% in MI for optician
2,156
Unique beneficiaries
$17
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~797 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. |
12,392 | $0 | $0 |
| 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. |
788 | $87 | $160 |
| 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. |
337 | $52 | $400 |
| 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. |
296 | $18 | $100 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
240 | $13 | $75 |
| 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. |
187 | $19 | $100 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
182 | $131 | $420 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
164 | $46 | $200 |
| Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin used for imaging studies. |
154 | $86 | $200 |
| 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. |
144 | $207 | $990 |
| 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. |
124 | $18 | $100 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
123 | $51 | $150 |
| 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. |
113 | $10 | $40 |
| 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. |
105 | $61 | $130 |
| 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. |
82 | $45 | $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. |
78 | $315 | $1,250 |
| 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. |
58 | $24 | $120 |
| 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. |
44 | $28 | $125 |
| 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. |
37 | $104 | $655 |
| CT heart vessel analysis for artery disease Analysis of CT scan data from heart blood vessels to assess the severity of heart artery disease, including interpretation and report. |
36 | $701 | $4,000 |
| 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. |
30 | $53 | $500 |
| 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. |
28 | $15 | $60 |
| 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. |
26 | $122 | $240 |
| 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. |
23 | $100 | $200 |
| 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. |
22 | $73 | $160 |
| 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. |
21 | $58 | $145 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
20 | $148 | $525 |
| Low dose CT scan of chest for lung cancer screening A specialized CT scan of the chest using a lower radiation dose to screen for lung cancer. |
19 | $81 | $475 |
| 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. |
18 | $83 | $900 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
15 | $70 | $435 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
12 | $19 | $45 |
| 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. |
12 | $608 | $1,200 |
| 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. |
11 | $38 | $90 |
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.
5.2% high complexity
82.5% medium
12.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$8,912
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,273/year across 7 years
Top 11% in MI for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
38
Companies
390
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
$8,279 (92.9%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$633 (7.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,266
2023
$1,372
2022
$917
2021
$709
2020
$585
2019
$2,974
2018
$1,089
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$293
Amgen Inc.
$181
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$158
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$142
PFIZER INC.
$84
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$78
Kestra Medical Technology Services, Inc.
$56
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$43
Vital Connect, Inc
$40
Boston Scientific Corporation
$36
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$36
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$27
Abbott Laboratories
$21
Philips North America LLC
$19
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$19
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$17
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$15
Top 3 companies account for 49.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
HeartFlow, Inc.
$1,910
Amgen Inc.
$1,122
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,034
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$633
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$435
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$431
PFIZER INC.
$373
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$308
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$292
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$286
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$210
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$182
Abbott Laboratories
$173
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$159
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$141
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.
$129
Kestra Medical Technology Services, Inc.
$121
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$118
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$115
Boston Scientific Corporation
$115
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$100
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$86
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$78
Teleflex LLC
$53
Vital Connect, Inc
$40
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$36
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$33
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$26
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$24
GENZYME CORPORATION
$21
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$20
Philips North America LLC
$19
MEDICOMP INC
$18
Relypsa, Inc.
$16
Medtronic, Inc.
$16
Terumo Medical Corporation
$15
Lundbeck LLC
$13
Novo Nordisk Inc
$13
Top 3 companies account for 45.6% 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 →
Most payments (93%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
59
Per 100K population
14.6
County median income
$60,673
Nearest hospital
MCLAREN FLINT
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. Raj is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in MI), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 11% of MI 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. Raj experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Raj performed 12,392 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. Raj receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Raj received a total of $8,912 from 38 companies across 390 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. Raj's costs compare to other opticians in Flint?
Dr. Raj's average Medicare payment per service is $17. 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. Raj) 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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