Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mehrzad Zarghouni, M.D.
Radiation Oncology · Bellaire, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Zarghouni
Dr. Mehrzad Zarghouni is a radiation oncology specialist in Bellaire, TX, with 16 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Zarghouni performed 3,953 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Zarghouni received a total of $98,250 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 124 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. Zarghouni 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.
✓ 16 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 28% volume in TX
$98,250 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗3,953
Medicare services
Top 28% in TX for radiation oncology
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$144
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
2,594 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
272 | $9 | $40 |
| 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. |
147 | $139 | $629 |
| 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. |
85 | $161 | $807 |
| 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. |
77 | $95 | $467 |
| 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. |
70 | $127 | $705 |
| 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. |
67 | $8 | $41 |
| 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. |
67 | $22 | $146 |
| 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. |
67 | $10 | $33 |
| 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. |
58 | $41 | $188 |
| 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. |
57 | $73 | $331 |
| 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. |
51 | $126 | $608 |
| Radiofrequency vein destruction, first vein A procedure to treat the first incompetent vein in the arm or leg using radiofrequency energy and imaging guidance. |
45 | $857 | $4,145 |
| Ultrasound of blood vessel, initial vessel An ultrasound exam of a blood vessel that includes a radiologist's review of the initial vessel. |
45 | $777 | $3,691 |
| 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. |
45 | $89 | $561 |
| 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. |
40 | $95 | $447 |
| 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. |
38 | $6,972 | $34,783 |
| Arterial plaque removal in leg A procedure to remove plaque buildup from the arteries in the leg to restore blood flow. |
37 | $4,056 | $34,368 |
| Radiologist review of abdominal aorta image A radiologist reviews images of the abdominal aorta to evaluate the blood vessel. |
32 | $66 | $474 |
| 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. |
31 | $88 | $408 |
| CT scan of head/brain, without contrast A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the head or brain without the use of contrast dye. |
28 | $31 | $153 |
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 ↗$98,250
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $14,036/year across 7 years
Top 1% in TX for radiation oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
31
Companies
124
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
$46,081
2023
$36,546
2022
$14,200
2021
$428
2020
$288
2019
$304
2018
$401
Payments by company (2024)
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$44,547
Endologix LLC
$1,070
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$139
ETS Wound Care LLC
$78
ConvaTec Inc.
$40
Abbott Laboratories
$36
Sirtex Medical Inc
$27
Boston Scientific Corporation
$24
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$24
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$24
HARTMANN USA, INC.
$22
Medtronic, Inc.
$21
MIMEDX Group, Inc.
$15
Cook Medical LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 99.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$88,265
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$6,974
Endologix LLC
$1,070
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$283
Medtronic, Inc.
$184
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$180
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$152
BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.
$147
Ablative Solutions, Inc.
$108
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$105
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$83
ETS Wound Care LLC
$78
Stryker Corporation
$75
Penumbra, Inc.
$54
Cook Medical LLC
$47
Mindray DS USA, Inc.
$44
Sirtex Medical Inc
$40
ConvaTec Inc.
$40
Boston Scientific Corporation
$38
Abbott Laboratories
$36
Osiris Therapeutics Inc.
$34
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$32
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$27
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$24
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$24
Terumo Medical Corporation
$22
HARTMANN USA, INC.
$22
Ethicon US, LLC
$20
MIMEDX Group, Inc.
$15
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$15
CashFlow Solutions, LLC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 98.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Geographic Context
Radiation oncologists in nearby ZIP areas
782
County median income
$73,104
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL OF BELLAIRE
1.2 mi
1.2 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. Zarghouni is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 28% in TX), with 16 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. Zarghouni experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Zarghouni performed 2,594 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Zarghouni receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Zarghouni received a total of $98,250 from 31 companies across 124 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. Zarghouni's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Bellaire?
Dr. Zarghouni's average Medicare payment per service is $144. 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. Zarghouni) 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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About this page
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.
This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.
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