Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Josette Maria, MD
Internal Medicine · Dunn, NC
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
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. Maria 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. Maria
Dr. Josette Maria is an internal medicine specialist in Dunn, NC, with 21 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Maria performed 4,040 Medicare services across 1,220 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Maria received a total of $11,131 from 53 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 778 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in internal medicine. 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. Maria 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 9% volume in NC
$11,131 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,040
Medicare services
Top 9% in NC for internal medicine
1,220
Unique beneficiaries
$48
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~192 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
1,152 | $35 | $50 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
576 | $47 | $65 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It allows healthcare providers to examine the structure and blood flow within these arteries. |
402 | $60 | $150 |
| 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. |
308 | $89 | $181 |
| Obesity behavioral counseling, 15 minutes A 15-minute face-to-face session focused on behavioral counseling to help manage obesity. |
223 | $24 | $45 |
| Autonomic nervous system testing with heart rate response to deep breathing This test evaluates the function of the autonomic nervous system by measuring how the heart rate changes in response to deep breathing. |
197 | $63 | $150 |
| Autonomic nervous system function test This test evaluates how well the sympathetic nervous system is functioning. It assesses the automatic control of bodily processes such as heart rate and blood pressure. |
197 | $84 | $341 |
| 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. |
146 | $62 | $123 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
120 | $35 | $80 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
96 | $35 | $80 |
| Use of electrodes during balance testing Application of electrodes to monitor physiological responses during a balance assessment. |
77 | $7 | $21 |
| Vestibular function test using rotating chair This test evaluates eye movement and balance function by having the patient sit in a rotating chair. It helps assess how the inner ear and brain coordinate to maintain stability. |
76 | $85 | $266 |
| Smoking cessation counseling, 4-10 minutes A brief counseling session focused on helping patients quit smoking and tobacco use. The provider spends 4 to 10 minutes discussing strategies and support for cessation. |
70 | $14 | $24 |
| Annual depression screening | 67 | $17 | $45 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
63 | $122 | $190 |
| Balance testing with recording A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing. |
48 | $69 | $264 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
47 | $15 | $34 |
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
42 | $22 | $60 |
| 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. |
36 | $40 | $73 |
| Blood glucose test using hand-held instrument A test that measures the level of sugar in the blood using a portable device. The result helps monitor blood glucose levels. |
31 | $3 | $12 |
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
22 | $30 | $80 |
| 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. |
15 | $58 | $105 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
15 | $29 | $42 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, cell-culture derived A flu shot containing four strains of influenza virus, produced using cell culture technology rather than eggs. This formulation is free from preservatives and antibiotics. |
14 | $33 | $35 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$11,131
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,590/year across 7 years
Top 9% in NC for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
53
Companies
778
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
$10,869 (97.6%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$262 (2.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$774
2023
$1,449
2022
$1,615
2021
$2,107
2020
$1,764
2019
$1,974
2018
$1,448
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$233
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$206
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$106
ABBVIE INC.
$44
Ardelyx, Inc.
$42
Lilly USA, LLC
$36
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$18
Exact Sciences Corporation
$16
PFIZER INC.
$16
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$16
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$15
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 70.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,327
Novo Nordisk Inc
$810
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$667
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$645
Allergan Inc.
$596
PFIZER INC.
$592
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$590
ABBVIE INC.
$572
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$469
AbbVie Inc.
$458
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$456
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$442
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$340
Lilly USA, LLC
$289
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$280
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$262
Allergan, Inc.
$256
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$234
Amgen Inc.
$207
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$191
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$161
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$148
Scilex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$135
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$87
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$85
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$81
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$81
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$65
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$64
Exact Sciences Corporation
$48
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$46
Ardelyx, Inc.
$42
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$37
Corium, LLC
$32
Abbott Laboratories
$30
Jazz Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$29
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$24
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$24
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$19
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$18
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$18
Upsher-Smith Laboratories LLC
$17
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$17
DERMIRA, INC.
$16
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$16
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$15
BIODELIVERY SCIENCES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
$14
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$14
Metacel Pharmaceuticals LLC
$14
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$13
ITI, Inc.
$13
Eisai Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 25.2% of all-time 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 (98%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 9% for internal medicine in NC.
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
118
Per 100K population
199.2
County median income
$53,159
Nearest hospital
BETSY JOHNSON REGIONAL 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. Maria is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 9% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 9% of NC peers, 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. Maria experienced with chronic care management, additional 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Maria performed 1,152 chronic care management, additional 20 min/month 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. Maria receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Maria received a total of $11,131 from 53 companies across 778 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. Maria's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Dunn?
Dr. Maria's average Medicare payment per service is $48. 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. Maria) 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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