Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Karambir Dalal, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Whiting, NJ
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. Dalal 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. Dalal
Dr. Karambir Dalal is a geriatric medicine physician in Whiting, NJ, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Dalal performed 23,710 Medicare services across 6,363 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Dalal received a total of $6,118 from 43 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 359 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in geriatric medicine (internal medicine) physician. 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. Dalal 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 NJ
$6,118 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗23,710
Medicare services
Top 1% in NJ for geriatric medicine (internal medicine) physician
6,363
Unique beneficiaries
$86
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,186 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing facility visit, moderate complexity A follow-up visit by a healthcare provider at a nursing facility for an established patient. The visit involves moderate medical decision making and takes at least 30 minutes. |
11,549 | $89 | $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. |
2,850 | $102 | $160 |
| 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. |
2,042 | $128 | $210 |
| Obesity behavioral counseling, 15 minutes A 15-minute face-to-face session focused on behavioral counseling to help manage obesity. |
1,863 | $27 | $42 |
| 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. |
871 | $98 | $125 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
396 | $137 | $225 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 363 | $156 | $270 |
| Nursing facility visit, low complexity A daily follow-up visit for an existing patient in a nursing facility involving straightforward medical decision making. The visit requires at least 15 minutes of time if time is used to determine the level of care. |
332 | $62 | $125 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
264 | $33 | $50 |
| 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. |
263 | $10 | $50 |
| Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, 0.5 ml dosage | 262 | $20 | $50 |
| 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. |
253 | $16 | $25 |
| 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. |
250 | $144 | $225 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
247 | $3 | $12 |
| Hospital discharge management, 30+ min This service covers the care provided by a physician or qualified healthcare professional on the day a patient is discharged from the hospital. It requires more than 30 minutes of total time spent on the day of discharge. |
232 | $96 | $150 |
| Initial nursing facility care, high complexity An initial visit by a healthcare provider to a patient in a nursing facility involving a high level of medical decision making, lasting at least 45 minutes. |
177 | $152 | $250 |
| 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. |
151 | $235 | $300 |
| Respiratory virus detection test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza viruses. |
130 | $38 | $100 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
122 | $16 | $35 |
| Home health agency supervision, complex multidisciplinary care Supervision by a physician or allowed practitioner for a patient receiving Medicare-covered services from a participating home health agency. This involves complex and multidisciplinary care modalities, with the patient not present during the supervision. |
121 | $87 | $175 |
| Hospice care plan supervision, complex multidisciplinary Physician oversight of a patient enrolled in a Medicare-approved hospice program without the patient being present. This involves developing or revising care plans and reviewing reports for complex, multidisciplinary care needs. |
118 | $88 | $200 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
110 | $39 | $75 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
109 | $35 | $75 |
| Inhalation treatment for airway obstruction or sputum production A treatment involving the inhalation of medication to help clear airway obstructions or reduce sputum production. |
94 | $7 | $60 |
| 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. |
69 | $63 | $135 |
| 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. |
65 | $4 | $10 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
56 | $9 | $50 |
| Nursing facility discharge management, more than 30 minutes This service involves care coordination and management activities performed by a healthcare professional to prepare a patient for discharge from a nursing facility. It requires more than 30 minutes of time spent on these activities. |
54 | $98 | $125 |
| 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. |
47 | $16 | $30 |
| Nursing facility visit, high complexity A follow-up visit by a healthcare provider at a nursing facility for an established patient. The visit involves a high level of medical decision making and takes at least 45 minutes. |
44 | $128 | $175 |
| DTaP vaccine (ages 7+) A vaccine that protects against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (whooping cough) for individuals aged 7 years and older. |
36 | $28 | $51 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
31 | $42 | $247 |
| 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. |
27 | $12 | $30 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) of forearm, finger, hand, or foot A DEXA scan measures bone mineral density in the forearm, finger, hand, or foot. This test helps assess bone strength and risk of fracture. |
19 | $34 | $250 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
17 | $8 | $25 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
16 | $53 | $100 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
16 | $16 | $35 |
| Pneumococcal vaccine, 23-valent A vaccine that protects against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. It is used to prevent infections caused by these bacteria. |
15 | $117 | $131 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
15 | $33 | $35 |
| 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. |
14 | $175 | $227 |
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 ↗$6,118
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $874/year across 7 years
Top 10% in NJ for geriatric medicine (internal medicine) physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
43
Companies
359
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
$5,962 (97.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$156 (2.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$978
2023
$714
2022
$736
2021
$709
2020
$742
2019
$1,193
2018
$1,045
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$377
SK Life Science, Inc.
$125
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$121
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$113
Novo Nordisk Inc
$59
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$45
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$29
Amgen Inc.
$27
Lilly USA, LLC
$19
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$18
Lundbeck LLC
$17
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$15
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 63.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,038
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$933
Novo Nordisk Inc
$421
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$391
PFIZER INC.
$339
Lilly USA, LLC
$282
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$253
SK Life Science, Inc.
$249
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$242
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$225
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$218
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$210
Silk Road Medical, Inc.
$122
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$121
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$95
Boston Scientific Corporation
$83
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$79
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$71
Lundbeck LLC
$65
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$62
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$58
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$55
Amgen Inc.
$51
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$42
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$41
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$40
SANOFI PASTEUR INC.
$38
Exact Sciences Corporation
$28
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$28
AbbVie Inc.
$27
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$27
Senseonics, Incorporated
$23
Abbott Laboratories
$19
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$18
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$16
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$15
ABBVIE INC.
$14
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$14
Biogen, Inc.
$14
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
Allergan Inc.
$13
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$12
Genentech, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 39.1% 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 (98%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 10% for geriatric medicine (internal medicine) physician in NJ.
Geographic Context
Geriatric medicine physicians within 10 mi
17
Per 100K population
2.6
County median income
$86,411
Nearest hospital
COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER
8.0 mi
8.0 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. Dalal is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in NJ), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 10% of NJ 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. Dalal experienced with nursing facility visit, moderate complexity?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Dalal performed 11,549 nursing facility visit, moderate complexity 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. Dalal receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Dalal received a total of $6,118 from 43 companies across 359 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. Dalal's costs compare to other geriatric medicine physicians in Whiting?
Dr. Dalal's average Medicare payment per service is $86. 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. Dalal) 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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