Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Vikas Passi, MD
Acupuncturist · Watsontown, PA
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
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Passi 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. Passi
Dr. Vikas Passi is an acupuncturist specialist in Watsontown, PA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Passi performed 12,223 Medicare services across 3,257 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Passi received a total of $11,571 from 53 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 784 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in acupuncturist. 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. Passi 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 7% volume in PA
$11,571 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗12,223
Medicare services
Top 7% in PA for acupuncturist
3,257
Unique beneficiaries
$41
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~611 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 4,560 | $18 | $25 |
| 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. |
2,096 | $52 | $105 |
| 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. |
903 | $78 | $160 |
| 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. |
609 | $46 | $75 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
400 | $35 | $55 |
| 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. |
320 | $62 | $110 |
| Initial nursing facility care, moderate complexity Initial care provided to a patient in a nursing facility with moderate medical decision making, taking at least 35 minutes. |
291 | $99 | $195 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
264 | $122 | $150 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
256 | $8 | $10 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
237 | $0 | $4 |
| Behavioral health care management, 20+ minutes This service involves clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional to manage behavioral health conditions. It requires at least 20 minutes of dedicated clinical staff time. |
218 | $32 | $55 |
| Additional chronic care management time, 60 minutes This service covers an additional 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions, billed per calendar month. |
214 | $53 | $80 |
| 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. |
194 | $79 | $140 |
| Nursing facility discharge management, 30 minutes or less This service covers the management of a patient's discharge from a nursing facility. It applies when the total time spent on discharge activities is 30 minutes or less. |
166 | $58 | $110 |
| Home visit, established patient, low complexity A physician visits an existing patient at their residence to provide care involving a low level of medical decision making. The visit lasts at least 30 minutes. |
161 | $50 | $137 |
| Acupuncture with electrical stimulation, initial 15 minutes This procedure involves inserting needles into specific points on the body and applying mild electrical currents to stimulate them. It is performed for the first 15 minutes of the treatment session. |
156 | $32 | $100 |
| Acupuncture with electrical stimulation, each additional 15 minutes This code represents an additional 15-minute unit of acupuncture treatment that includes the application of electrical stimulation. |
156 | $27 | $50 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
123 | $29 | $45 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
113 | $75 | $90 |
| 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. |
98 | $11 | $40 |
| Complex chronic care management, first 60 minutes This service involves clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional to manage two or more chronic conditions over a calendar month. It covers the first 60 minutes of this coordinated care effort. |
77 | $99 | $150 |
| 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. |
58 | $9 | $40 |
| 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. |
55 | $37 | $117 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 50 | $5 | $12 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
43 | $43 | $115 |
| 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. |
41 | $205 | $350 |
| 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. |
37 | $18 | $40 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
31 | $29 | $45 |
| Initial nursing facility care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 29 | $52 | $140 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
28 | $282 | $307 |
| Home visit, established patient, moderate complexity A home visit for an established patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 40 minutes of time if time is used to determine the level of service. |
23 | $98 | $201 |
| 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. |
20 | $22 | $57 |
| Continuous external EKG monitoring, 8-15 days This procedure involves recording heart rhythm continuously using an external EKG device over a period of 8 to 15 days. |
20 | $8 | $25 |
| Routine 12-lead ECG screening A standard 12-lead electrocardiogram performed as part of an initial preventive physical examination. The service includes both the performance of the test and the physician's interpretation and report. |
19 | $7 | $40 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
18 | $17 | $40 |
| 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. |
17 | $158 | $175 |
| COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen. |
16 | $50 | $150 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
16 | $18 | $40 |
| 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. |
14 | $24 | $75 |
| Home visit, new patient, low complexity A home visit for a new patient involving a low level of medical decision making. The visit lasts at least 30 minutes when time is used to determine the level of service. |
14 | $56 | $111 |
| 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. |
13 | $143 | $240 |
| 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. |
13 | $146 | $170 |
| 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. |
12 | $22 | $60 |
| Foot X-ray, 3+ views An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints. |
12 | $18 | $50 |
| Retinal photography (fundus photo) This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures. |
12 | $18 | $95 |
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 ↗$11,571
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,653/year across 7 years
Top 7% in PA for acupuncturist
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
53
Companies
784
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
$11,534 (99.7%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$36 (0.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,090
2023
$1,881
2022
$2,039
2021
$1,665
2020
$395
2019
$1,597
2018
$1,904
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novo Nordisk Inc
$447
ABBVIE INC.
$274
Lilly USA, LLC
$253
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$221
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$169
Amgen Inc.
$144
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$109
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$85
PFIZER INC.
$80
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$62
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$54
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$36
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$31
Exact Sciences Corporation
$31
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$29
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$19
Indivior Inc.
$18
CeQur Corporation
$15
Dexcom, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 46.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,711
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,510
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$1,087
Amgen Inc.
$1,063
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$801
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$716
ABBVIE INC.
$562
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$459
PFIZER INC.
$451
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$369
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$322
AbbVie Inc.
$217
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$193
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$184
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$165
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$161
Allergan Inc.
$131
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$127
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$108
Exact Sciences Corporation
$97
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$85
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$71
Genentech USA, Inc.
$68
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$66
Radius Health, Inc.
$65
Organon LLC
$64
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$55
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$54
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$53
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$48
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$36
Dexcom, Inc.
$36
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
$36
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$34
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$34
ITI, Inc.
$34
Circassia Pharmaceuticals Inc
$33
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$31
Shire North American Group Inc
$23
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$19
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$18
Indivior Inc.
$18
CeQur Corporation
$15
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$14
BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc.
$14
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$14
Purdue Pharma L.P.
$13
Neurelis, Inc.
$13
Lundbeck LLC
$12
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$12
Biogen, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 37.2% 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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 7% for acupuncturist in PA.
Geographic Context
Acupuncturists within 10 mi
11
Per 100K population
12.1
County median income
$57,948
Nearest hospital
GEISINGER MEDICAL CENTER MUNCY
8.3 mi
8.3 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. Passi is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 7% in PA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 7% of PA 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. Passi experienced with denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Passi performed 4,560 denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva) 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. Passi receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Passi received a total of $11,571 from 53 companies across 784 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. Passi's costs compare to other acupuncturists in Watsontown?
Dr. Passi's average Medicare payment per service is $41. 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. Passi) 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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