Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Juan Garcia, M.D.
Family Medicine · Brownsville, TX
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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What this data tells you about Dr. Garcia
Dr. Juan Garcia is a family medicine specialist in Brownsville, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Garcia performed 1,759 Medicare services across 1,234 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Garcia received a total of $14,624 from 57 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 922 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in family medicine. 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. Garcia 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 16% volume in TX
$14,624 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,759
Medicare services
Top 16% in TX for family medicine
1,234
Unique beneficiaries
$44
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~88 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
342 | $72 | $189 |
| 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. |
221 | $34 | $75 |
| 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. |
127 | $14 | $150 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
103 | $31 | $50 |
| 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. |
89 | $9 | $34 |
| Annual alcohol misuse screening, 5 to 15 minutes | 68 | $18 | $32 |
| Advance care planning consultation, first 30 min A session focused on discussing and documenting future healthcare preferences and goals. This service covers the initial 30 minutes of the planning discussion. |
63 | $63 | $126 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen. |
59 | $54 | $358 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
54 | $124 | $199 |
| Knee X-ray, 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures. |
49 | $18 | $100 |
| Annual depression screening | 49 | $18 | $33 |
| 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. |
41 | $15 | $100 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
33 | $48 | $337 |
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
32 | $27 | $45 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
26 | $8 | $10 |
| Expiratory airflow and volume test A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed at which you can breathe it out. It evaluates lung function by assessing expiratory airflow and volume. |
24 | $16 | $69 |
| 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. |
23 | $149 | $902 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
23 | $0 | $38 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
22 | $0 | $20 |
| MRI of lower spine, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine. |
21 | $70 | $2,100 |
| 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. |
19 | $105 | $917 |
| 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. |
18 | $36 | $900 |
| 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. |
18 | $17 | $100 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum 6 views An X-ray imaging test that captures at least six views of the lower back and sacral spine to evaluate bone structure and alignment. |
18 | $26 | $150 |
| 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. |
17 | $15 | $100 |
| Wrist X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the wrist using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
17 | $16 | $150 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
17 | $52 | $202 |
| 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. |
16 | $60 | $411 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
15 | $56 | $500 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
15 | $102 | $1,600 |
| 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. |
15 | $176 | $382 |
| X-ray of middle spine, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints. |
14 | $13 | $120 |
| Ankle X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the ankle that captures at least three different angles to evaluate the bones and joints. |
14 | $19 | $100 |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. |
14 | $26 | $269 |
| 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. |
14 | $9 | $75 |
| 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. |
13 | $19 | $100 |
| 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. |
13 | $102 | $302 |
| Psychological or neuropsychological test, first 30 minutes Administration of psychological or neuropsychological testing for the first 30 minutes. |
12 | $27 | $99 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 6 or more views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using six or more separate views to capture detailed images of the bones and structures in that area. |
11 | $16 | $120 |
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 ↗$14,624
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,089/year across 7 years
Top 2% in TX for family medicine
57
Companies
922
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
$14,429 (98.7%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$195 (1.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$329
2023
$2,149
2022
$3,044
2021
$2,284
2020
$2,251
2019
$1,729
2018
$2,838
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$2,141
Novo Nordisk Inc
$2,019
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$1,671
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,570
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$1,248
ABBVIE INC.
$752
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$568
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$347
AbbVie Inc.
$326
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$321
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$310
ITI, Inc.
$263
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$247
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$220
PFIZER INC.
$216
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$207
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$187
Allergan Inc.
$171
Amgen Inc.
$155
Allergan, Inc.
$138
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$109
Merz North America, Inc.
$105
GENZYME CORPORATION
$104
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$93
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$92
AbbVie, Inc.
$91
MannKind Corporation
$71
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$70
Mannkind Corporation
$69
RedHill Biopharma Inc.
$67
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$59
OptiNose US, Inc.
$58
Genentech USA, Inc.
$57
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$41
DEXCOM, INC.
$31
Dexcom, Inc.
$31
Phadia US Inc.
$30
Eisai Inc.
$29
Abbott Laboratories
$29
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$27
Romark Laboratories, LC
$25
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$23
ASCEND THERAPEUTICS US, LLC
$23
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$21
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$19
SI-BONE, Inc.
$17
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$17
US WorldMeds, LLC
$15
NESTLE HEALTHCARE NUTRITION INC.
$15
Purdue Pharma L.P.
$14
Exact Sciences Corporation
$14
ASCEND Therapeutics US, LLC
$14
Optinose US, Inc.
$14
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Radius Health, Inc.
$12
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$12
Melinta Therapeutics, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 39.9% of total 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 (99%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 2% for family medicine in TX.
Equivalent to $831 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
107
Per 100K population
25.3
County median income
$51,334
Nearest hospital
VALLEY BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER- BROWNSVILLE
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. Garcia is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 16% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 2% of TX peers, 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. Garcia experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Garcia performed 342 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) 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. Garcia receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Garcia received a total of $14,624 from 57 companies across 922 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. Garcia's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Brownsville?
Dr. Garcia's average Medicare payment per service is $44. 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. Garcia) 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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