Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Vinod Patel, MD
Internal Medicine · Brooklyn, NY
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Patel
Dr. Vinod Patel is an internal medicine specialist in Brooklyn, NY, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Patel performed 8,036 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Patel received a total of $31,610 from 65 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 893 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Patel 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 of NPI registration
▲ Top 3% volume in NY
$31,610 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗8,036
Medicare services
Top 3% in NY for internal medicine
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$140
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
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 (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. |
1,798 | $75 | $203 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,058 | $8 | $25 |
| 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. |
657 | $13 | $61 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
491 | $170 | $307 |
| 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. |
456 | $73 | $121 |
| Obesity behavioral counseling, 15 minutes A 15-minute face-to-face session focused on behavioral counseling to help manage obesity. |
333 | $30 | $52 |
| 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. |
322 | $12 | $34 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
254 | $1 | $46 |
| 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. |
225 | $77 | $164 |
| 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. |
222 | $11 | $15 |
| Injection, furosemide, up to 20 mg | 141 | $0 | $100 |
| Remote cardiac rhythm monitor evaluation, up to 30 days Review and analysis of data from a remote cardiac rhythm monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
139 | $20 | $34 |
| Injection, dipyridamole, per 10 mg | 135 | $3 | $30 |
| 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. |
118 | $223 | $369 |
| 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. |
114 | $180 | $311 |
| 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. |
89 | $242 | $389 |
| Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound A focused ultrasound exam of the area behind the abdominal cavity to evaluate specific structures. |
87 | $54 | $80 |
| 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. |
76 | $29 | $40 |
| 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. |
76 | $48 | $67 |
| 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. |
76 | $92 | $153 |
| Arterial puncture or catheterization, arm or leg Insertion of a needle or tube into an artery in the arm or leg. This procedure is used to access the arterial system for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. |
75 | $247 | $563 |
| 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. |
75 | $143 | $213 |
| Annual depression screening | 64 | $21 | $31 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
63 | $132 | $159 |
| Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, 0.5 ml dosage | 54 | $20 | $100 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
54 | $36 | $100 |
| Arterial plaque removal, initial vessel A procedure to remove plaque buildup from an artery in the leg. This is performed on the first vessel treated during the session. |
49 | $8,501 | $14,262 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 48 hours to 7 days This procedure involves recording the heart's electrical activity continuously using an external device for a period exceeding 48 hours but not more than 7 days. |
49 | $11 | $200 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
48 | $59 | $113 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
44 | $20 | $200 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram under physician supervision and review. |
38 | $66 | $95 |
| 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. |
37 | $408 | $656 |
| 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. |
37 | $178 | $253 |
| Intravenous drug injection A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance directly into a vein. |
37 | $35 | $78 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
37 | $1 | $34 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
36 | $94 | $192 |
| Stress echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed while at rest and during exercise or drug-induced stress to evaluate heart function under different conditions. |
33 | $166 | $323 |
| Arterial plaque removal in leg A procedure to remove plaque buildup from the arteries in the leg to restore blood flow. |
31 | $4,948 | $14,236 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 31 | $259 | $1,286 |
| 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. |
30 | $100 | $194 |
| 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. |
30 | $47 | $104 |
| Ultrasound of blood vessel, initial vessel An ultrasound exam of a blood vessel that includes a radiologist's review of the initial vessel. |
27 | $888 | $1,946 |
| 30-day continuous ECG with patient-triggered event transmission and review This procedure involves continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days, including the transmission of patient-triggered events. A healthcare professional reviews the data and provides a report. |
24 | $684 | $882 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
23 | $23 | $252 |
| Complete ultrasound of brain blood flow An ultrasound test that evaluates blood flow within the brain's blood vessels. It uses sound waves to create images of the vessels and assess circulation. |
20 | $207 | $369 |
| Ultrasound of brain blood flow An ultrasound test used to examine blood flow within the brain to check for blood clots. |
20 | $152 | $440 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
20 | $106 | $250 |
| Arterial catheter insertion, initial second order branch A procedure to insert a tube into a secondary branch of an artery in the abdomen, pelvis, or leg. |
18 | $815 | $1,287 |
| Troponin blood test A blood test that measures the amount of troponin protein in your body. Troponin is released into the blood when heart muscle is damaged. |
17 | $12 | $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. |
17 | $17 | $19 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart rhythm device Evaluation of data transmitted remotely from an implantable cardiovascular monitor, such as a loop recorder or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, over a period up to 30 days. |
17 | $72 | $426 |
| 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. |
14 | $131 | $368 |
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
8.3% high complexity
26.5% medium
65.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$31,610
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $4,516/year across 7 years
Top 3% in NY for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
65
Companies
893
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$6,248
2023
$6,282
2022
$4,276
2021
$4,584
2020
$2,363
2019
$4,256
2018
$3,601
Payments by company (2024)
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$1,762
Abbott Laboratories
$836
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$396
Medtronic, Inc.
$393
Lilly USA, LLC
$367
Exact Sciences Corporation
$338
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$224
Novo Nordisk Inc
$210
BIOTRONIK INC.
$179
Corcept Therapeutics
$156
Boston Scientific Corporation
$142
Amgen Inc.
$138
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$138
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$125
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$114
CVRx, Inc.
$106
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$98
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$81
Intra-Sana Laboratories
$62
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$60
HEARTFLOW, INC.
$52
AGEPHA Pharma FZ LLC
$50
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$42
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$42
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$41
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$38
PFIZER INC.
$38
Dexcom, Inc.
$20
Top 3 companies account for 47.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Abbott Laboratories
$4,502
CVRx, Inc.
$2,939
Boston Scientific Corporation
$2,011
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,921
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$1,861
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,800
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$1,762
Amgen Inc.
$1,457
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$1,338
Bardy Diagnostics, Inc.
$1,283
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,032
Medtronic, Inc.
$1,023
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$1,010
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$957
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$794
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$599
PFIZER INC.
$444
Exact Sciences Corporation
$413
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$354
BIOTRONIK INC.
$331
ABIOMED
$302
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$277
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$258
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$235
Kestra Medical Technology Services, Inc.
$191
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$164
Corcept Therapeutics
$156
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$137
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$133
Intra-Sana Laboratories
$127
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$126
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$126
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$125
Preventice Services, LLC
$119
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$114
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$111
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$100
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$98
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$95
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$84
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$73
CardioFocus, Inc.
$65
HEARTFLOW, INC.
$52
AGEPHA Pharma FZ LLC
$50
Valeritas, Inc.
$38
Lundbeck LLC
$33
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$31
Vifor Pharma, Inc.
$31
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$28
Medicure Pharma Inc.
$26
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$24
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$22
Baxter Healthcare
$21
Coala Life Inc
$21
Dexcom, Inc.
$20
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$19
Terumo Medical Corporation
$19
DEXCOM, INC.
$18
Althera Pharmaceuticals LLC
$18
GLYCOMARK, INC.
$17
MannKind Corporation
$17
CeQur Corporation
$16
ATRICURE, INC.
$16
Mannkind Corporation
$14
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$13
Top 3 companies account for 29.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians in nearby ZIP areas
10,770
County median income
$78,548
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
MAIMONIDES MEDICAL CENTER
2.1 mi
2.1 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | 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. Patel is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in NY), 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. Patel experienced with office visit, established patient (20-29 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Patel performed 1,798 office visit, established patient (20-29 min) services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Patel receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Patel received a total of $31,610 from 65 companies across 893 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. 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. Patel's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Brooklyn?
Dr. Patel's average Medicare payment per service is $140. 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. Patel) 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 the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. 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 →
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This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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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