Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Daniel Uba, MD/INTERNAL MEDICINE
Family Medicine · Fayetteville, NC
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Uba
Dr. Daniel Uba is a family medicine specialist in Fayetteville, NC, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Uba performed 9,827 Medicare services across 3,029 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Uba received a total of $25,843 from 71 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1229 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in family 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. Uba 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 NC
$25,843 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗9,827
Medicare services
Top 1% in NC for family medicine
3,029
Unique beneficiaries
$33
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~491 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allergy immunotherapy preparation A professional service involving the preparation and administration of one or more antigens. |
2,161 | $11 | $32 |
| 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. |
1,817 | $82 | $212 |
| Allergy skin test A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens. |
938 | $3 | $16 |
| 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. |
804 | $3 | $23 |
| Obesity behavioral counseling, 15 minutes A 15-minute face-to-face session focused on behavioral counseling to help manage obesity. |
792 | $25 | $30 |
| 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. |
337 | $47 | $90 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
300 | $0 | $15 |
| 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. |
264 | $14 | $80 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
243 | $9 | $56 |
| 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. |
202 | $9 | $72 |
| Orthopedic device training, 15 minutes Training on how to use an orthopedic device for the arm, leg, or trunk. The session lasts for 15 minutes. |
166 | $30 | $80 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
158 | $0 | $25 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
123 | $1 | $3 |
| 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. |
120 | $52 | $154 |
| 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. |
116 | $75 | $280 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
113 | $93 | $350 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
104 | $29 | $36 |
| 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. |
102 | $22 | $50 |
| 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. |
97 | $20 | $110 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
88 | $124 | $234 |
| 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. |
86 | $157 | $266 |
| 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. |
62 | $81 | $321 |
| Psychological test administration, first 30 minutes A technician administers psychological or neuropsychological testing for the first 30 minutes. |
59 | $25 | $99 |
| Annual depression screening | 54 | $18 | $32 |
| Neuropsychological test evaluation, first hour A professional assessment of cognitive and behavioral functioning using standardized tests. This service covers the initial hour of the evaluation process. |
49 | $101 | $200 |
| Expiratory airflow and volume test A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed at which you can breathe it out. It evaluates lung function by assessing expiratory airflow and volume. |
35 | $18 | $85 |
| 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. |
34 | $55 | $209 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
33 | $116 | $730 |
| 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. |
29 | $209 | $300 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
26 | $61 | $200 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
25 | $23 | $128 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
24 | $17 | $150 |
| Inhalation treatment for airway obstruction or sputum production A treatment involving the inhalation of medication to help clear airway obstructions or reduce sputum production. |
24 | $6 | $45 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
22 | $44 | $184 |
| Positive pressure ventilator therapy A therapy procedure that uses a positive pressure ventilator to assist with breathing. |
22 | $45 | $132 |
| 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. |
22 | $64 | $194 |
| 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. |
22 | $93 | $350 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
21 | $73 | $420 |
| 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. |
18 | $104 | $307 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen. |
17 | $69 | $443 |
| Vaccine administration The process of giving a vaccine to a patient. This code covers the administration service only and does not include the cost of the vaccine itself. |
16 | $15 | $49 |
| Transitional care management services, moderate complexity Services provided to coordinate care during the transition from an inpatient or other facility setting back to the community. This includes follow-up and management of a health problem of at least moderate complexity. |
16 | $148 | $210 |
| X-ray of foot, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the foot using two different angles to create pictures of the bones and joints. |
14 | $21 | $100 |
| Breathing device use evaluation An assessment of how a patient uses a breathing device. The provider reviews the patient's technique and device handling. |
14 | $12 | $50 |
| Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views An X-ray imaging test of the shoulder joint using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
13 | $26 | $97 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
13 | $18 | $80 |
| 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. |
12 | $158 | $283 |
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.
0.3% high complexity
10.1% medium
89.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$25,843
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,692/year across 7 years
Top 1% in NC for family medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
71
Companies
1,229
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
$20,825 (80.6%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$5,018 (19.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$3,038
2023
$4,791
2022
$2,953
2021
$2,950
2020
$1,953
2019
$2,678
2018
$7,479
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Medtronic, Inc.
$1,531
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$339
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$262
Novo Nordisk Inc
$219
Lilly USA, LLC
$179
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$98
Exact Sciences Corporation
$69
Ardelyx, Inc.
$46
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$39
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$30
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$30
Corcept Therapeutics
$28
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$28
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$26
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$23
Dexcom, Inc.
$21
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$19
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$18
Bausch Health US, LLC
$17
Amgen Inc.
$17
Top 3 companies account for 70.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$5,006
Novo Nordisk Inc
$2,954
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$2,898
Medtronic, Inc.
$1,852
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$1,802
Genentech USA, Inc.
$1,768
Lilly USA, LLC
$853
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$771
PFIZER INC.
$763
Amgen Inc.
$724
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$712
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$604
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$547
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$413
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$412
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$327
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$318
AbbVie Inc.
$294
Scilex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$274
Exact Sciences Corporation
$239
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$172
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$167
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$164
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$110
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$101
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$98
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$85
Nevro Corp.
$83
Genentech, Inc.
$83
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$81
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
$67
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$59
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$54
ITI, Inc.
$52
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$49
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$48
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$46
Ardelyx, Inc.
$46
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$44
Eisai Inc.
$44
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$38
VIVUS, Inc.
$35
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$35
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$30
ABBVIE INC.
$29
Corcept Therapeutics
$28
Vifor Pharma, Inc.
$27
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$27
Purdue Pharma L.P.
$27
Allergan Inc.
$25
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$25
Horizon Pharma plc
$23
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$22
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$22
Dexcom, Inc.
$21
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$19
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$18
Quidel Corporation
$18
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$17
Bausch Health US, LLC
$17
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$16
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$16
Dova Pharmaceuticals
$15
Almatica Pharma LLC
$15
UCB, Inc.
$14
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$13
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$12
Ferring International Pharmascience Center US
$12
AbbVie, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 42.0% 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 (81%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 1% for family medicine in NC.
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
236
Per 100K population
70.1
County median income
$58,780
Nearest hospital
Womack AMC (FT Bragg)
5.2 mi
5.2 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. Uba is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 1% of NC 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. Uba experienced with allergy immunotherapy preparation?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Uba performed 2,161 allergy immunotherapy preparation 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. Uba receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Uba received a total of $25,843 from 71 companies across 1,229 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. Uba's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Fayetteville?
Dr. Uba's average Medicare payment per service is $33. 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. Uba) 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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