Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Wheeler, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology · Longview, 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
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Wheeler from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Wheeler
Dr. Robert Wheeler is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in Longview, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Wheeler performed 1,244 Medicare services across 1,155 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Wheeler received a total of $5,324 from 44 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 236 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in obstetrics & gynecology. 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. Wheeler 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 3% volume in TX
$5,324 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,244
Medicare services
Top 3% in TX for obstetrics & gynecology
1,155
Unique beneficiaries
$38
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~62 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
174 | $17 | $64 |
| Screening mammography An X-ray of the breast used to detect breast cancer in women who have no signs or symptoms of the disease. |
136 | $87 | $300 |
| 3D screening mammography (tomosynthesis) A screening imaging test of the breast using 3D technology to detect potential abnormalities. |
130 | $23 | $71 |
| Fecal immunochemical test (FIT), 1-3 simultaneous A screening test that uses a stool sample to detect hidden blood in the feces, helping to identify potential colorectal cancer. |
112 | $18 | $30 |
| 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. |
99 | $76 | $200 |
| Pelvic and clinical breast exam for cancer screening A physical examination of the pelvis and breasts to screen for cervical or vaginal cancer. This procedure involves a clinical assessment performed by a healthcare provider. |
79 | $38 | $38 |
| 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. |
63 | $59 | $135 |
| Digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammogram) A specialized imaging test that creates three-dimensional pictures of the breast tissue to help detect abnormalities. |
50 | $16 | $30 |
| Pap test, manual screening A laboratory test in which a healthcare provider manually examines a sample of cells from the cervix under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
36 | $20 | $75 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
35 | $8 | $20 |
| Diagnostic mammography of both breasts | 32 | $72 | $324 |
| Limited ultrasound of 1 breast A focused ultrasound examination of a single breast to evaluate specific areas of concern. |
25 | $38 | $161 |
| Diagnostic mammography of 1 breast An X-ray examination of one breast to evaluate specific breast symptoms or abnormalities. |
25 | $52 | $253 |
| 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. |
25 | $29 | $87 |
| Complete breast ultrasound, 1 breast A complete ultrasound examination of one breast to visualize internal structures. |
23 | $74 | $385 |
| Urine culture, bacterial colony count A laboratory test that measures the number of bacteria growing in a urine sample to help identify infections. |
22 | $8 | $35 |
| 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. |
21 | $8 | $40 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
19 | $29 | $31 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
18 | $10 | $105 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
17 | $3 | $22 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
17 | $72 | $85 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
16 | $13 | $66 |
| Tissue pathology examination, moderate complexity A laboratory test where a pathologist examines tissue samples under a microscope to analyze cellular details. This intermediate complexity procedure involves specialized techniques to identify abnormalities in the tissue. |
16 | $27 | $106 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
15 | $8 | $41 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
15 | $16 | $70 |
| 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. |
12 | $28 | $80 |
| Pap smear screening test A screening test to collect and prepare a cervical or vaginal sample for laboratory analysis. |
12 | $42 | $56 |
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 ↗$5,324
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $761/year across 7 years
Top 13% in TX for obstetrics & gynecology
44
Companies
236
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
$5,026 (94.4%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$299 (5.6%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$703
2023
$1,213
2022
$1,532
2021
$743
2020
$237
2019
$454
2018
$441
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Fujirebio Diagnostics, Incorporated
$725
AbbVie Inc.
$505
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$429
PFIZER INC.
$312
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$303
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$266
Amgen Inc.
$246
ABBVIE INC.
$244
Lupin Inc.
$241
SHIELD THERAPEUTICS INC
$238
AbbVie, Inc.
$227
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$216
Avion Pharmaceuticals
$209
CooperSurgical, Inc.
$149
Myriad Women's Health, Inc.
$118
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$90
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$69
Allergan Inc.
$59
Duchesnay USA Incorporated
$57
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$56
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$42
Solventum Corporation
$39
Evofem Biosciences, Inc.
$35
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$35
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$35
Mallinckrodt LLC
$33
Novo Nordisk Inc
$32
TherapeuticsMD, Inc.
$30
Avanos Medical
$24
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$24
Baxter Healthcare
$23
Trevena, Inc.
$23
Axonics, Inc.
$20
Organon Llc
$19
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$18
Aesculap, Inc.
$17
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$16
Ethicon US, LLC
$16
Organon LLC
$15
MAYNE PHARMA INC.
$15
ASCEND THERAPEUTICS US, LLC
$14
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Mission Pharmacal Company
$13
Acessa Health Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 31.2% 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 (94%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $428 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Obstetricians & gynecologists within 10 mi
30
Per 100K population
24.0
County median income
$64,809
Nearest hospital
LONGVIEW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
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. Wheeler is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 13% 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. Wheeler experienced with chest x-ray, 2 views?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Wheeler performed 174 chest x-ray, 2 views 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. Wheeler receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Wheeler received a total of $5,324 from 44 companies across 236 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. Wheeler's costs compare to other obstetricians & gynecologists in Longview?
Dr. Wheeler's average Medicare payment per service is $38. 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. Wheeler) 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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