Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Steven Norris, M.D.
Internal Medicine · Amarillo, TX
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. Norris
Dr. Steven Norris is an internal medicine specialist in Amarillo, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Norris performed 15,146 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Norris received a total of $7,860 from 44 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 564 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. Norris 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 TX
$7,860 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗15,146
Medicare services
Top 3% in TX for internal medicine
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,478 | $46 | $63 |
| 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. |
1,331 | $61 | $95 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
1,074 | $10 | $15 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,058 | $5 | $6 |
| LDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. LDL is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. |
904 | $10 | $14 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
903 | $13 | $21 |
| 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. |
815 | $8 | $11 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
811 | $3 | $5 |
| 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. |
809 | $87 | $143 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
748 | $16 | $25 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
676 | $1 | $25 |
| Annual depression screening | 608 | $17 | $18 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
597 | $112 | $116 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
355 | $6 | $19 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
345 | $9 | $16 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
261 | $9 | $14 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
223 | $29 | $38 |
| 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. |
221 | $35 | $50 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
203 | $19 | $69 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
134 | $24 | $25 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
113 | $69 | $71 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
99 | $8 | $15 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 97 | $8 | $19 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
79 | $1 | $15 |
| Respiratory virus detection test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza viruses. |
74 | $64 | $100 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
72 | $4 | $6 |
| 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. |
69 | $11 | $17 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
68 | $0 | $25 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
58 | $15 | $24 |
| 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. |
55 | $36 | $47 |
| 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. |
55 | $188 | $244 |
| 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. |
47 | $16 | $25 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
45 | $6 | $20 |
| Urine microalbumin test A laboratory test that measures the amount of a specific protein called microalbumin in a urine sample. This analysis helps assess kidney function. |
42 | $6 | $7 |
| Strep A nucleic acid amplification test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus bacteria. This method identifies the genetic material of the bacteria to determine if an infection is present. |
42 | $34 | $51 |
| Respiratory virus nucleic acid test, 3-5 targets A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid detection to identify multiple types or subtypes of respiratory viruses. The test analyzes 3 to 5 specific viral targets. |
39 | $140 | $153 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
38 | $38 | $89 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
35 | $25 | $40 |
| 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. |
34 | $10 | $18 |
| 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 | $30 |
| Stool test for blood to screen for colon tumors A test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood, which is used to screen for colon tumors. |
28 | $4 | $15 |
| Home health plan of care re-certification A physician reviews the patient's status and contacts the home health agency to re-certify the plan of care without the patient being present. |
28 | $31 | $43 |
| 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. |
28 | $149 | $175 |
| 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. |
27 | $283 | $450 |
| 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. |
27 | $146 | $188 |
| Ear wax removal by washing This procedure involves the removal of impacted ear wax using a washing technique. |
25 | $10 | $18 |
| Iron level test | 24 | $6 | $28 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
24 | $38 | $52 |
| Hip X-ray, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
22 | $26 | $36 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
22 | $17 | $31 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
21 | $3 | $5 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
20 | $5 | $7 |
| Direct bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the amount of direct bilirubin in your body. Direct bilirubin is the form of the waste product processed by the liver. |
16 | $5 | $7 |
| COVID-19 vaccine administration Administration of a single dose of the coronavirus vaccine. |
15 | $39 | $46 |
| COVID-19 vaccine (Moderna bivalent) An intramuscular injection of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccine containing 50 micrograms in a 0.5 mL dose. |
14 | $143 | $152 |
| Adm sarscv2 bvl 50mcg/.5ml a | 12 | $39 | $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. |
12 | $20 | $32 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, preservative-free A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus, formulated without preservatives, administered in a 0.5 ml dose. |
12 | $22 | $40 |
| 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. |
12 | $158 | $168 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
11 | $9 | $14 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$7,860
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,123/year across 7 years
Top 11% in TX for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
44
Companies
564
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
$2,321
2023
$787
2022
$104
2021
$12
2020
$283
2019
$2,306
2018
$2,047
Payments by company (2024)
Novo Nordisk Inc
$341
PFIZER INC.
$319
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$257
ABBVIE INC.
$220
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$175
Lilly USA, LLC
$147
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$142
Amgen Inc.
$140
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$129
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$122
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$74
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$61
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$59
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$33
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc
$28
Dexcom, Inc.
$21
Abbott Laboratories
$20
Medtronic, Inc.
$18
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 39.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$960
Novo Nordisk Inc
$894
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$615
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$607
Lilly USA, LLC
$575
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$548
PFIZER INC.
$479
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$462
ABBVIE INC.
$361
Amgen Inc.
$317
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$305
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$207
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$203
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$145
AbbVie, Inc.
$135
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$122
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$117
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$103
Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc.
$92
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$59
Dexcom, Inc.
$57
Allergan Inc.
$50
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$36
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$33
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$33
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$29
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$28
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc
$28
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$28
Abbott Laboratories
$20
Medtronic, Inc.
$18
Lundbeck LLC
$18
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$17
AbbVie Inc.
$16
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$16
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$16
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
$15
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$14
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$14
Genentech USA, Inc.
$13
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$12
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$12
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$12
Top 3 companies account for 31.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians in nearby ZIP areas
104
County median income
$50,448
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
NORTHWEST TEXAS HOSPITAL
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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. Norris is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in TX), 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. Norris experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Norris performed 1,478 chronic care management, first 20 min/month 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. Norris receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Norris received a total of $7,860 from 44 companies across 564 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. Norris's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Amarillo?
Dr. Norris's average Medicare payment per service is $30. 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. Norris) 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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