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Dr. Armita Atashband, MD
Cardiovascular Disease · Humble, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Atashband
Dr. Armita Atashband is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Humble, TX, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Atashband performed 35,098 Medicare services across 5,882 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Atashband received a total of $11,196 from 47 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 446 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. Atashband 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.
✓ 17 years in practice
▲ Top 0% volume in TX
$11,196 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗35,098
Medicare services
Top 0% in TX for cardiovascular disease
5,882
Unique beneficiaries
$70
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~2,065 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
26,611 | $0 | $2 |
| Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing. |
3,065 | $43 | $292 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram under physician supervision and review. |
785 | $55 | $185 |
| Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries | 774 | $608 | $910 |
| Nuclear stress test with CT scan A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow in the heart muscle at rest and during stress, performed alongside a concurrent CT scan. |
756 | $1,958 | $6,005 |
| 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. |
504 | $96 | $283 |
| 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. |
301 | $11 | $44 |
| Intravenous drug injection A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance directly into a vein. |
264 | $31 | $102 |
| 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. |
243 | $144 | $509 |
| 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. |
180 | $146 | $520 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
160 | $8 | $10 |
| 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. |
114 | $218 | $942 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
93 | $8 | $28 |
| 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. |
82 | $191 | $662 |
| 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. |
82 | $96 | $506 |
| 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. |
72 | $63 | $188 |
| 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. |
68 | $166 | $789 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
67 | $7 | $21 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
65 | $13 | $42 |
| 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. |
59 | $321 | $1,049 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 57 | $8 | $28 |
| 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. |
52 | $76 | $409 |
| 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. |
49 | $8 | $24 |
| Chemical destruction of first incompetent vein with imaging guidance This procedure uses imaging guidance to chemically destroy the first incompetent vein in the arm or leg. |
41 | $1,360 | $5,113 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
41 | $38 | $104 |
| 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. |
41 | $109 | $425 |
| 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. |
33 | $6 | $22 |
| CT scan of neck blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses dye to visualize the blood vessels in the neck. This imaging test helps examine the structure and flow within the neck's vascular system. |
31 | $204 | $767 |
| 30-day continuous ECG with patient-triggered event transmission and review This procedure involves continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days, including the transmission of patient-triggered events. A healthcare professional reviews the data and provides a report. |
29 | $684 | $1,824 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
28 | $20 | $69 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
27 | $16 | $56 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
27 | $90 | $378 |
| Unclassified drug A medication that does not fit into standard HCPCS or CPT classification categories. |
26 | $1 | $92 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress using a special camera. |
25 | $361 | $1,235 |
| CT scan of heart with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's structure. |
24 | $164 | $645 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
24 | $10 | $37 |
| 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. |
24 | $96 | $363 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
22 | $117 | $539 |
| CT scan of abdominal aorta and leg arteries with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the abdominal aorta and the arteries in both legs. |
21 | $217 | $840 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
21 | $13 | $42 |
| 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. |
18 | $5 | $16 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
18 | $4 | $13 |
| 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. |
18 | $70 | $193 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
18 | $84 | $378 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
13 | $4 | $16 |
| Coagulation assessment blood test A blood test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. The sample can be plasma or whole blood. |
13 | $6 | $19 |
| 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. |
12 | $28 | $87 |
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.
0.1% high complexity
92.7% medium
7.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$11,196
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,599/year across 7 years
Top 29% in TX for cardiovascular disease
47
Companies
446
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
$11,099 (99.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$98 (0.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,748
2023
$1,705
2022
$1,910
2021
$1,331
2020
$1,154
2019
$1,526
2018
$1,822
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Boston Scientific Corporation
$1,418
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,326
Abbott Laboratories
$948
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$572
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$513
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$453
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$444
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$440
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$395
Amgen Inc.
$394
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$378
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$294
BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.
$293
CVRx, Inc.
$273
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$265
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$248
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$238
ABIOMED
$230
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$218
HeartFlow, Inc.
$214
PFIZER INC.
$187
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$152
Novo Nordisk Inc
$126
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$124
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$121
Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.
$99
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$91
Biocompatibles, Inc.
$85
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$76
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$69
Bolton Medical Inc
$66
AtriCure, Inc.
$62
Medtronic, Inc.
$46
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$38
InfoBionic, Inc
$36
Endologix LLC
$31
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$29
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$29
Resmed Corp
$25
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$25
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$24
GE HealthCare
$22
BIOTRONIK INC.
$22
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$15
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
LeMaitre Vascular, Inc.
$14
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$13
Top 3 companies account for 33.0% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AIR 11 · ARCTIC FRONT ADVANCE · AVVIGO Guidance System · Alto Abdominal Stent Graft System · Amplia MRI · Arcalyst · BRILINTA · Barostim Neo System · CAMZYOS · CARDIOMEMS · CHANTIX · CONFIRM RX · ClosureFast · Connectivity and Remote care · Corlanor · Coronary Orbital Atherectomy System · DIAMONDBACK PERIPHERAL · ELIQUIS · ENSITE · ENSITE PRECISION · ENTRESTO · EPI-SENSE GUIDED COAGULATION SYSTEM WITH VISITRAX · Ensite Cardiac Mapping System · FARXIGA · FFRct · FLEXITOUCH · Flexitouch Plus · GENERAL STRUCTURAL HEART · GUIDEZILLA · Impella · Inpefa · JARDIANCE · KENGREAL · Kerendia · LEQVIO · LEXISCAN · LIFESTENT · LIFESTREAM · LUTONIX · LifeVest · Livalo · MULTAQ · Merlin Connectivity and Remote · MoMe Kardia · NEXLETOL · NEXLIZET · ONPATTRO · OPSUMIT · OPTIMIZER · Optimizer · Optimizer Smart System · Ozempic · PET-CT SCANNER · PRALUENT · Pacemakers · Peripheral Orbital Atherectomy System · RESONATE · RESTOREFLO · Relay Grafts · Repatha · Resolute · RotarexS 6 F x 135 cm · STEGLATRO · SYNERGY · Saxenda · ULTRAVERSE · VARITHENA · VENASEAL · VENOVO · VERQUVO · VIGILANT · Vascepa · VenaSeal · WATCHMAN · WATCHMAN Access System · WATCHMAN FLX · XARELTO · XIENCE SIERRA
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.
Equivalent to $32 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
350
Per 100K population
7.4
County median income
$73,104
Nearest hospital
MEMORIAL HERMANN NORTHEAST HOSPITAL
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. Atashband is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 17 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. Atashband experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Atashband performed 26,611 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Atashband receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Atashband received a total of $11,196 from 47 companies across 446 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. Atashband's costs compare to other cardiologists in Humble?
Dr. Atashband's average Medicare payment per service is $70. 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. Atashband) 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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