Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Mendes, MD
Surgery · Raleigh, NC
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Speaking/Promotional
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. Mendes 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. Mendes
Dr. Robert Mendes is a surgery specialist in Raleigh, NC, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Mendes performed 1,117 Medicare services across 919 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Mendes received a total of $482,710 from 39 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 734 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in surgery. The majority of payments are for speaking programs and promotional activities, reflecting participation in industry-sponsored events. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Mendes 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 5% volume in NC
$482,710 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,117
Medicare services
Top 5% in NC for surgery
919
Unique beneficiaries
$107
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~59 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
170 | $90 | $283 |
| 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. |
155 | $46 | $316 |
| 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. |
107 | $131 | $559 |
| 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. |
93 | $171 | $942 |
| 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. |
83 | $83 | $437 |
| Ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. It allows for the visualization of these blood vessels and any surgical grafts. |
63 | $75 | $438 |
| 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 | $114 | $479 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
45 | $29 | $114 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create images of the arteries in one leg or any grafts present in that leg. |
45 | $87 | $509 |
| 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. |
41 | $8 | $31 |
| 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. |
39 | $132 | $705 |
| Radiologist review of abdominal aorta image A radiologist reviews images of the abdominal aorta to evaluate the blood vessel. |
26 | $91 | $377 |
| Additional blood vessel ultrasound evaluation An ultrasound exam of a blood vessel that includes a radiologist's review. This code applies to each additional vessel evaluated beyond the initial one. |
21 | $128 | $498 |
| 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. |
21 | $122 | $486 |
| 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. |
20 | $14 | $42 |
| Ultrasound of blood vessel, initial vessel An ultrasound exam of a blood vessel that includes a radiologist's review of the initial vessel. |
19 | $709 | $2,871 |
| 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. |
19 | $37 | $142 |
| 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. |
19 | $55 | $219 |
| 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. |
17 | $64 | $196 |
| 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. |
14 | $99 | $471 |
| Arterial thrombectomy, chest, neck, or brain A procedure to remove a blood clot and part of an artery in the chest, neck, or brain. |
13 | $797 | $3,953 |
| 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. |
13 | $113 | $450 |
| Radiologist review of additional artery image A radiologist reviews an additional image of an artery. This step involves professional interpretation of the imaging data. |
12 | $33 | $148 |
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.
5.6% high complexity
54.3% medium
40.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$482,710
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $68,959/year across 7 years
Top 1% in NC for surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
39
Companies
734
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.
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$332,286 (68.8%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$86,854 (18.0%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$52,552 (10.9%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$11,018 (2.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$90,082
2023
$55,906
2022
$55,809
2021
$17,769
2020
$37,974
2019
$119,641
2018
$105,529
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Philips North America LLC
$39,030
Medtronic, Inc.
$15,831
Penumbra, Inc.
$14,279
ASAHI INTECC USA, INC.
$14,255
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$6,018
Boston Scientific Corporation
$217
Endologix LLC
$183
Abbott Laboratories
$155
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$37
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$33
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$27
Amgen Inc.
$17
Top 3 companies account for 76.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$144,783
Boston Scientific Corporation
$102,941
Medtronic, Inc.
$40,060
Philips North America LLC
$39,030
Contego Medical, Inc
$31,801
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$28,958
Cook Incorporated
$27,247
Penumbra, Inc.
$19,886
ASAHI INTECC USA, INC.
$14,271
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$11,018
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$8,468
Cook Medical LLC
$6,033
EKOS Corporation
$2,444
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$1,872
KCI USA, Inc.
$850
CORDIS US CORP.
$825
Endologix LLC
$461
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$327
Abbott Laboratories
$221
Shockwave Medical, Inc
$220
Silk Road Medical, Inc.
$191
Bolton Medical Inc
$163
Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.
$139
Rapid Medical Ltd
$124
Walk Vascular, LLC
$44
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$37
Inari Medical, Inc.
$36
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$35
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$32
Aziyo Biologics, Inc.
$32
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$27
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$27
Sirtex Medical Inc
$24
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$20
DAVOL INC.
$20
Amgen Inc.
$17
Biom'Up SA
$13
PFIZER INC.
$11
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$6
Top 3 companies account for 59.6% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(1211) Allura Xper FD 20 · (1399) MRI Equip Undiv · (4066) Tack Endo Sys ATK · (5027) Intact Vascular Undivided · (5028) IGT Devices Systems Undivided · (6361) Core Mobile · (6554) Peripheral Vascular Undivided · (6582) Visions 035 · (7881) US Und · (9283) Stellarex Long · (9520) IGT Devices Undivided · (BH4) IGT Devices Undivided · (BR5) Peripheral IVUS · (P84) IGT Devices Systems · ABRE · ACTICOAT 4" X 4" · AFX2 Bifurcated Endograft System · AMPLATZER AMULET · AMPLATZER TALISMAN · ANGIOJET · ARISTA AH · ASAHI PTCA Guide Wire · AURYON LASER SYSTEM 100-120 VAC · Alto Abdominal Stent Graft System · AngioJet Ultra 5000A · Arterial Wolf · Auryon Laser System 100-120 Vac · BEVYXXA · CARPENTIER-EDWARDS PHYSIO II ANNULOPLASTY RING · CHANTIX · COOK MEDICAL FILTERS · COOK MEDICAL IAA · ClosureFast · Conformable TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis · Cook Medical AAA · Cook Medical Angioplasty · Cook Medical Stents · ECM · EKOSONIC · ELUVIA · EMBOSHIELD NAV6 · ENDURANT IIS · ENROUTE Transcarotid Stent · EXCLUDER AAA Endoprosthesis · EXCLUDER Conformable AAA Endoprosthesis with Active Control · EkoSonic · Emboshield NAV6 system · Endurant · FLEXITOUCH · FLUENCY · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · FlowTriever · GENERAL VASCULAR INTERVENTION · GENERAL ATHERECTOMY · GENERAL STENTS · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL THROMBECTOMY · GENERAL VASCULAR INTERVENTION · GENERAL - STENTS · GENERAL - THERAPIES · GENERAL - VASCULAR INTERVENTION · GENERAL ATHERECTOMY · GENERAL PAIN MANAGEMENT · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL VASCULAR INTERVENTION · GORE EXCLUDER AAA Endoprosthesis · GORE VIABAHN VBX Balloon Expandable Endo · General - Atherectomy · General - Thrombectomy · General - Vascular Access · General - Vascular Intervention · HAWKONE · HELI-FX ENDOANCHOR SYSTEM · HEMOBLAST Bellows · HawkOne · IGT D Peripheral · IGT D Systems · IGT Devices Und · IGT_D Peripheral · IN.PACT ADMIRAL · IN.PACT AV · IN.PACT Admiral · IVUS Systems · Image Guided Therapy Devices _ Peripheral · Image Guided Therapy Devices _ Therapy · Indigo · Indigo System · JETSTREAM · JETSTREAM SC · JETi All In One Non-Sterile Kit · Jetstream · LAVA LES (Liquid Embolic System) · LUTONIX · LifeVest · Lunderquist · Neuroguard IEP · PERCLOSE PROGLIDE · PERIPHERAL VASCULAR · PREVENA · PV.035 · Penumbra Coil 400 · Penumbra System · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · Ranger · Relay Grafts · S.M.A.R.T. · SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER · SUPERA · Spectranetics Undiv · Stellarex Long · THERAPIES · TIGERTRIEVER 17 REVASCULARIZATION DEVICE · TREO ABDOMINAL STENT-GRAFT SYSTEM · Torus Stent Graft System · TurboHawk · US Und · VALIANT CAPTIVIA · VENOVO · VISI-PRO · Valiant Captivia · Valiant Navion · Vascular Lithotripsy · VenaSeal · Venous Wolf · Visions PV .035 · Wolf Trap · 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 →
The majority of payments (69%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in surgery and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 1% for surgery in NC.
Geographic Context
Surgerists within 10 mi
192
Per 100K population
16.7
County median income
$101,763
Nearest hospital
REX 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. Mendes is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 5% in NC), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 1% of NC peers, with 19 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. Mendes experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Mendes performed 170 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) 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. Mendes receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Mendes received a total of $482,710 from 39 companies across 734 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. Mendes's costs compare to other surgerists in Raleigh?
Dr. Mendes's average Medicare payment per service is $107. 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. Mendes) 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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