Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Alejandro Rocha, D.O.
Family Medicine · El Paso, 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. Rocha
Dr. Alejandro Rocha is a family medicine specialist in El Paso, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Rocha performed 2,499 Medicare services across 926 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Rocha received a total of $9,985 from 49 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 481 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. Rocha 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
$9,985 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗2,499
Medicare services
Top 10% in TX for family medicine
926
Unique beneficiaries
$45
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~125 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. |
816 | $42 | $82 |
| 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. |
451 | $82 | $251 |
| 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. |
215 | $61 | $177 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
152 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
150 | $10 | $35 |
| 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. |
140 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
95 | $57 | $146 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
68 | $1 | $3 |
| Autonomic nervous system testing with heart rate response to deep breathing This test evaluates the function of the autonomic nervous system by measuring how the heart rate changes in response to deep breathing. |
48 | $59 | $161 |
| Autonomic nervous system function test This test evaluates how well the sympathetic nervous system is functioning. It assesses the automatic control of bodily processes such as heart rate and blood pressure. |
48 | $86 | $220 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
35 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
32 | $20 | $52 |
| 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. |
28 | $78 | $326 |
| 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. |
26 | $21 | $40 |
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
24 | $23 | $30 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
24 | $124 | $225 |
| Vestibular function test using rotating chair This test evaluates eye movement and balance function by having the patient sit in a rotating chair. It helps assess how the inner ear and brain coordinate to maintain stability. |
23 | $96 | $245 |
| Use of electrodes during balance testing Application of electrodes to monitor physiological responses during a balance assessment. |
23 | $8 | $21 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
23 | $30 | $60 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
18 | $2 | $10 |
| Toenail/fingernail removal, 6+ nails Surgical removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. This procedure involves the excision of multiple nails during a single session. |
17 | $34 | $87 |
| Balance testing with recording A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing. |
16 | $84 | $220 |
| 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. |
15 | $43 | $110 |
| 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. |
12 | $10 | $28 |
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 ↗$9,985
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,426/year across 7 years
Top 5% in TX for family medicine
49
Companies
481
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
$9,985 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,716
2023
$1,274
2022
$995
2021
$1,797
2020
$1,728
2019
$1,188
2018
$1,287
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Abbott Laboratories
$1,926
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$936
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$844
PFIZER INC.
$759
Lilly USA, LLC
$695
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$392
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$369
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$365
Allergan Inc.
$352
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$294
ABBVIE INC.
$259
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$251
Novo Nordisk Inc
$236
AbbVie Inc.
$234
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$229
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$186
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$123
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$119
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$99
Exact Sciences Corporation
$90
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$87
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$80
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$77
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$73
Axonics, Inc.
$71
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$70
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$67
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$66
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$65
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$64
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$58
Amgen Inc.
$48
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$47
Lundbeck LLC
$42
Alfasigma USA, Inc.
$34
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$33
Medtronic, Inc.
$27
Eisai Inc.
$27
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$25
DEXCOM, INC.
$21
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$21
Corium, LLC
$20
Corcept Therapeutics
$20
Allergan, Inc.
$16
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$16
Bioventus LLC
$15
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$15
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$12
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 37.1% of total 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 5% for family medicine in TX.
Equivalent to $400 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
206
Per 100K population
23.8
County median income
$58,859
Nearest hospital
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF EL PASO
4.3 mi
4.3 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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Rocha is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 10% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 5% 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. Rocha experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Rocha performed 816 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. Rocha receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Rocha received a total of $9,985 from 49 companies across 481 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. Rocha's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in El Paso?
Dr. Rocha's average Medicare payment per service is $45. 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. Rocha) 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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About this page
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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