Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Sunil Iyer, MD
Cardiovascular Disease · Wilmington, NC
Practice pattern: Electrophysiology & Device
— Practice focused on heart rhythm disorders and cardiac device management
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. Iyer
Dr. Sunil Iyer is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Wilmington, NC, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Iyer performed 3,151 Medicare services across 2,805 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Iyer received a total of $4,268 from 21 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 99 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. Iyer 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.
✓ 17 years in practice
▲ Top 21% volume in NC
$4,268 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗3,151
Medicare services
Top 21% in NC for cardiovascular disease
2,805
Unique beneficiaries
$63
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~185 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
776 | $10 | $93 |
| 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. |
350 | $90 | $291 |
| 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. |
186 | $10 | $130 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
136 | $39 | $110 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 122 | $178 | $847 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while an electrocardiogram is monitored under physician supervision. |
109 | $16 | $98 |
| 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. |
108 | $112 | $482 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
92 | $88 | $410 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
91 | $8 | $22 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
81 | $52 | $195 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow This procedure uses sound waves to create images of blood flow in the arteries and veins of the abdomen and pelvis. It evaluates the rate and direction of blood movement within these vessels. |
77 | $100 | $685 |
| 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. |
72 | $89 | $505 |
| 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. |
72 | $26 | $154 |
| 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. |
67 | $76 | $387 |
| Coronary stent placement A procedure to insert a stent into a coronary artery or its branch to keep it open, using balloon dilation during the process. |
64 | $383 | $1,511 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
59 | $4 | $21 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
55 | $8 | $42 |
| 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. |
51 | $60 | $368 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
51 | $89 | $283 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A test that monitors the heart's electrical activity while the patient exercises or receives medication to increase heart rate. |
49 | $20 | $256 |
| 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. |
47 | $272 | $1,208 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
40 | $132 | $574 |
| 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. |
38 | $23 | $138 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries at rest and after exercise This test uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the legs while the patient is resting and after physical activity to assess blood flow. |
37 | $24 | $130 |
| Intravascular ultrasound of heart vessel, initial An ultrasound procedure used to evaluate a blood vessel within the heart during a diagnostic or treatment procedure. |
33 | $27 | $251 |
| Insertion of tube in right and left heart chambers and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 30 | $230 | $1,062 |
| 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. |
27 | $8 | $40 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
24 | $13 | $69 |
| Ultrasound of abdominal aorta An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the abdominal aorta, the large blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the lower body. |
23 | $99 | $249 |
| Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts A complete ultrasound exam of the aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. This imaging test uses sound waves to visualize these blood vessels. |
22 | $56 | $285 |
| 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. |
22 | $138 | $465 |
| Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber, coronary artery and bypass graft for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 19 | $198 | $953 |
| 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. |
16 | $81 | $338 |
| Ultrasound of heart blood vessel or graft An ultrasound exam to evaluate blood flow in a heart blood vessel or graft, including a radiologist's review of the initial vessel. |
15 | $67 | $532 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
14 | $37 | $175 |
| Stent placement and plaque removal in one vessel A procedure to clear plaque and blood clots from a single blood vessel, followed by the insertion of a stent and/or balloon dilation to keep the vessel open. |
14 | $483 | $1,693 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
13 | $10 | $44 |
| 2-day continuous ECG with review and report A two-day continuous electrocardiogram recording that includes a professional review and written report of the results. |
13 | $51 | $633 |
| 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 | $18 | $70 |
| 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. |
12 | $44 | $251 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
12 | $18 | $75 |
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.
10.2% high complexity
29.5% medium
60.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$4,268
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $610/year across 7 years
Top 40% in NC for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
21
Companies
99
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
$3,518 (82.4%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$750 (17.6%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$869
2023
$783
2022
$336
2021
$440
2020
$820
2019
$435
2018
$585
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Inari Medical, Inc.
$177
ABIOMED
$172
Recor Medical Inc
$142
Medtronic, Inc.
$126
Boston Scientific Corporation
$112
Abbott Laboratories
$30
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$25
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$21
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$20
PFIZER INC.
$18
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$18
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$7
Top 3 companies account for 56.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$924
Inari Medical, Inc.
$808
Abbott Laboratories
$594
ABIOMED
$570
Boston Scientific Corporation
$245
BIOTRONIK INC.
$202
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$171
Medtronic, Inc.
$144
Recor Medical Inc
$142
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$126
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$76
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$62
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$61
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$25
Teleflex LLC
$21
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$20
PFIZER INC.
$18
Shockwave Medical, Inc
$17
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$16
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$14
Terumo Medical Corporation
$11
Top 3 companies account for 54.5% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ALPHAVAC · AMPLATZER AMULET · ANGIO-SEAL · ASSURITY · AVVIGO Guidance System · BioMonitor 2 · CAMZYOS · CARDIOMEMS · COREVALVE EVOLUT R · CT THROMBECTOMY SYSTEM KIT · CardioMEMS HF System · Diamondback Coronary · ELIQUIS · ELUVIA · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · GENERAL STRUCTURAL HEART · GUIDELINER · HawkOne · Impella · KENGREAL · LifeVest · MITRACLIP · OptiCross · PARADISE RENAL DENERVATION SYSTEM · PERCLOSE PROGLIDE · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · Peripheral Orbital Atherectomy System · ROTABLATOR · Resolute · Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System Console Kit · S · SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER · SYNERGY · VERQUVO · Wolverine Coronary Cutting Balloon · XARELTO · Xience cornary stent systems
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 (82%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
33
Per 100K population
14.3
County median income
$72,892
Nearest hospital
WILMINGTON TREATMENT CENTER
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. Iyer is an electrophysiology & device specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 21% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 17 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. Iyer experienced with electrocardiogram (ekg), 12-lead?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Iyer performed 776 electrocardiogram (ekg), 12-lead 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. Iyer receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Iyer received a total of $4,268 from 21 companies across 99 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. Iyer's costs compare to other cardiologists in Wilmington?
Dr. Iyer's average Medicare payment per service is $63. 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. Iyer) 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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