Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Thomas Lombardo, MD
Cardiovascular Disease · Beaumont, TX
Practice pattern: Electrophysiology & Remote
— Practice combining electrophysiology and remote services
Mixed engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Lombardo
Dr. Thomas Lombardo is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Beaumont, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Lombardo performed 6,229 Medicare services across 3,825 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Lombardo received a total of $12,609 from 32 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 315 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. Lombardo is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 10% volume in TX
$12,609 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,229
Medicare services
Top 10% in TX for cardiovascular disease
3,825
Unique beneficiaries
$55
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~311 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,203 | $46 | $154 |
| 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. |
739 | $80 | $175 |
| 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. |
631 | $36 | $116 |
| 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. |
542 | $10 | $45 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
382 | $123 | $460 |
| Remote pacemaker monitoring, 90 days Remote assessment of a pacemaker system, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless devices, performed up to 90 days apart. |
292 | $21 | $75 |
| 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. |
176 | $55 | $120 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart device, up to 30 days Remote evaluation of an implanted heart or blood vessel monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
168 | $20 | $50 |
| 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. |
164 | $121 | $466 |
| Remote evaluation of implantable defibrillator system Remote assessment of a single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the previous evaluation. |
117 | $27 | $130 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
117 | $16 | $70 |
| 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. |
107 | $20 | $63 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
107 | $38 | $100 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
90 | $55 | $125 |
| 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. |
82 | $45 | $206 |
| 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. |
75 | $9 | $50 |
| Continuous EKG monitoring review, 48-7 days Review and interpretation of continuous external EKG recordings lasting more than 48 hours up to 7 days. |
74 | $18 | $64 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
72 | $100 | $250 |
| 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. |
71 | $113 | $275 |
| Physician review of home INR testing A physician reviews, interprets, and manages home INR testing results for patients with mechanical heart valves, chronic atrial fibrillation, or venous thromboembolism who meet Medicare coverage criteria. |
61 | $7 | $20 |
| Cardiac catheterization | 55 | $191 | $650 |
| 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. |
46 | $134 | $475 |
| 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. |
39 | $156 | $583 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
39 | $61 | $180 |
| 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. |
37 | $28 | $75 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
33 | $8 | $25 |
| Electrolyte blood test panel A blood test that measures the levels of sodium, potassium, chloride, and carbon dioxide to evaluate electrolyte balance. |
31 | $7 | $18 |
| 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. |
31 | $6 | $17 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
31 | $5 | $13 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
31 | $4 | $10 |
| External EKG monitoring, 8-15 days Continuous external electrocardiogram recording and review over a period of 8 to 15 days to monitor heart rhythm. |
30 | $19 | $70 |
| 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. |
29 | $404 | $1,500 |
| Routine 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) A test that records the electrical activity of the heart using at least 12 leads to produce a tracing. |
29 | $4 | $30 |
| 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. |
29 | $9 | $40 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
28 | $66 | $175 |
| 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. |
27 | $98 | $408 |
| 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. |
26 | $70 | $175 |
| Follow-up heart ultrasound An ultrasound of the heart performed to monitor or reassess a previously identified condition or treatment progress. |
25 | $68 | $210 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
25 | $2 | $57 |
| 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. |
23 | $37 | $507 |
| External shock to heart to regulate heart beat A procedure that delivers an electric shock to the heart from outside the body to restore a normal heart rhythm. |
22 | $105 | $3,603 |
| 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. |
21 | $89 | $310 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
20 | $50 | $110 |
| Insertion of tube in left lower heart chamber, coronary artery and bypass graft for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 20 | $188 | $725 |
| CT scan of heart with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's structure. |
19 | $65 | $220 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
19 | $38 | $100 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
19 | $83 | $230 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
19 | $14 | $40 |
| CT scan of heart blood vessels and grafts with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's blood vessels and any surgical grafts. |
18 | $89 | $250 |
| Stress echocardiogram with ECG monitoring An ultrasound of the heart performed while monitoring heart rhythm during rest, exercise, or medication-induced stress, followed by a review and report of the findings. |
18 | $170 | $600 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring with transmission and review Continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days with symptom tracking. The data is transmitted and reviewed by a healthcare professional who provides a report. |
17 | $19 | $65 |
| Tilt table test for heart function A test that monitors heart function while the patient is moved from a lying to an upright position on a special table. |
16 | $116 | $400 |
| Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with multiple leads to ensure proper function. |
14 | $72 | $200 |
| CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis. |
13 | $82 | $200 |
| EKG interpretation and report A standard electrocardiogram test that records the heart's electrical activity using at least 12 leads. The service includes a professional interpretation of the results and a written report. |
13 | $6 | $20 |
| Initial hospital admission, low complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving straightforward or low-level medical decision making, with at least 40 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
13 | $64 | $175 |
| Programming of dual lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with two leads to ensure proper function. |
12 | $57 | $165 |
| Pacemaker insertion with heart chamber electrodes A surgical procedure to implant a pacemaker device and place electrodes into the upper and lower chambers of the heart to regulate heart rhythm. |
11 | $393 | $1,075 |
| Insertion of tube in right and left heart chambers and coronary artery for diagnosis with review by radiologist | 11 | $268 | $800 |
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.
19.3% high complexity
8.3% medium
72.4% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$12,609
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,801/year across 7 years
Top 27% in TX for cardiovascular disease
32
Companies
315
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
$5,648 (44.8%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$5,583 (44.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$1,377 (10.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$948
2023
$635
2022
$6,449
2021
$2,195
2020
$1,024
2019
$652
2018
$705
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$6,883
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$936
Boston Scientific Corporation
$875
Abbott Laboratories
$477
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$389
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$352
ShockWave Medical, Inc
$294
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$272
ABIOMED
$238
PFIZER INC.
$232
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$216
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$209
Medtronic, Inc.
$199
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$175
Amgen Inc.
$143
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$142
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$113
BIOTRONIK INC.
$92
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$88
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$83
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$32
Shockwave Medical, Inc
$24
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Aziyo Biologics, Inc.
$19
MEDICOMP INC
$17
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$17
Relypsa, Inc.
$14
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$14
Arrow International, Inc.
$12
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$12
HeartFlow, Inc.
$10
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$8
Top 3 companies account for 69.0% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCOLADE SR · Amplia MRI · Attesta · Auryon Laser System 100-120 Vac · Azure · BRILINTA · BodyGuardian · CARDIOMEMS · CHANTIX · Catheter - Turnpike · Claria MRI · Compia MRI · Corlanor · Crome · ECM Patch · ELIQUIS · EMBLEM MRI S-ICD · ENTRESTO · EPIC · Edwards SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Heart Valve · Edwards SAPIEN 3 Ultra Transcatheter Heart Valve · Edwards SAPIEN XT Transcatheter Heart Valve · FARXIGA · Flexitouch Plus · GENERAL - BRADY · GENERAL - TACHY · GENERAL PAIN MANAGEMENT · GENERAL TACHY · GENERAL THERAPIES · General - Brady · General - Therapies · HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Device · HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Dev · HeartWare HVAD · INGEVITY MRI · INSPIRE · Impella · Inpefa · LATITUDE · LATITUDE Communicator Power Supply · LEQVIO · LOKELMA · LUX DX · LUX-DX · LUX-Dx Insertable Cardiac Monitor · LUXDX · LifeVest · MITRACLIP · MULTAQ · Micra · Mitra Clip system · NEXLETOL · NEXLIZET · OPSUMIT · OPSUMIT MACITENTAN · PK Papyrus · PRALUENT · Pouch · RESONATE · Repatha · Reveal LINQ · SAPIEN 3 Ultra RESILIA · SHOCKWAVE IVL SYSTEM WITH THE SHOCKWAVE C2 CORONARY IVL CATHETER · SQ-RX PULSE GENERATOR · Shockwave IVL System with the Shockwave C2 Coronary IVL Catheter · TELEPATCH CARDIAC MONITOR · THORATEC HEARTMATE 3 LVAS IMPLANT KIT · Tri-Ad · UPTRAVI · VERQUVO · VYNDAMAX · Vascepa · Veltassa · WATCHMAN Access System · XARELTO · ZIO XT Patch · myLUX Patient Kit with mobile device
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 (45%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $202 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
17
Per 100K population
6.7
County median income
$59,934
Nearest hospital
CHRISTUS SOUTHEAST TEXAS- ST ELIZABETH
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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Lombardo is an electrophysiology & remote specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 10% in TX), with mixed engagement industry engagement, with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Lombardo experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Lombardo performed 1,203 chronic care management, first 20 min/month 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. Lombardo receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Lombardo received a total of $12,609 from 32 companies across 315 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. Lombardo's costs compare to other cardiologists in Beaumont?
Dr. Lombardo's average Medicare payment per service is $55. 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. Lombardo) 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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