Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Gloria Ortiz, M.D.
Endocrinology · Mcallen, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Ortiz
Dr. Gloria Ortiz is an endocrinology specialist in Mcallen, TX, with 16 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Ortiz performed 7,958 Medicare services across 3,374 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Ortiz received a total of $535,936 from 38 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 975 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in endocrinology. The majority of payments are for speaking programs and promotional activities, reflecting participation in industry-sponsored events. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Ortiz 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.
✓ 16 years in practice
▲ Top 6% volume in TX
$535,936 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗7,958
Medicare services
Top 6% in TX for endocrinology
3,374
Unique beneficiaries
$32
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~497 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,076 | $31 | $75 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 780 | $19 | $45 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
656 | $37 | $90 |
| 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. |
593 | $86 | $185 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
507 | $37 | $105 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
462 | $8 | $14 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
314 | $9 | $20 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
308 | $16 | $35 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
303 | $16 | $35 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
258 | $37 | $100 |
| Blood glucose test using hand-held instrument A test that measures the level of sugar in the blood using a portable device. The result helps monitor blood glucose levels. |
250 | $3 | $10 |
| Principal care management for high-risk disease, first 30 minutes This service covers the initial 30 minutes of clinical staff time per calendar month to manage a single high-risk disease. It is directed by a healthcare professional. |
242 | $44 | $105 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
214 | $28 | $60 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
205 | $9 | $20 |
| 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. |
141 | $49 | $100 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
140 | $14 | $30 |
| 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. |
136 | $82 | $200 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring with interpretation This procedure involves monitoring blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin, along with the interpretation and reporting of the results. |
126 | $26 | $55 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
109 | $10 | $24 |
| 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. |
107 | $10 | $30 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
106 | $6 | $10 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
106 | $5 | $10 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
89 | $1 | $5 |
| Ultrasound elastography of first lesion An ultrasound procedure used to measure the elasticity of the first identified growth or lesion. |
80 | $72 | $165 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
78 | $13 | $25 |
| 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. |
69 | $96 | $250 |
| Ultrasound elasticity scan, each additional growth This procedure uses ultrasound to measure the elasticity of an additional growth. It is billed as an add-on service for each extra lesion assessed beyond the initial one. |
62 | $47 | $105 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
61 | $14 | $25 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring, sensor under skin This procedure involves continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin with provider-supplied equipment. |
61 | $102 | $215 |
| 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. |
54 | $54 | $140 |
| Fine needle aspirate evaluation A laboratory examination of cells collected via fine needle aspiration to assess for abnormalities. |
33 | $41 | $100 |
| Additional Pap test evaluation episode An additional immediate evaluation of a fine needle aspirate sample during a Pap test procedure. |
33 | $22 | $55 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
31 | $15 | $35 |
| Retinal photography (fundus photo) This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures. |
30 | $24 | $90 |
| 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. |
25 | $140 | $250 |
| Ultrasound scan of organ tissue for measuring elasticity This procedure uses ultrasound technology to assess the stiffness or elasticity of organ tissues. It helps evaluate tissue characteristics without invasive methods. |
24 | $81 | $175 |
| 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. |
24 | $8 | $15 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 21 | $159 | $300 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
16 | $102 | $225 |
| Total cortisol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of cortisol hormone in your body. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
16 | $16 | $30 |
| 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. |
12 | $59 | $125 |
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 ↗$535,936
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $76,562/year across 7 years
Top 5% in TX for endocrinology
38
Companies
975
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.
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$522,599 (97.5%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$8,904 (1.7%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$4,433 (0.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$69,088
2023
$61,654
2022
$110,744
2021
$116,448
2020
$43,500
2019
$66,987
2018
$67,516
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novo Nordisk Inc
$216,326
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$92,993
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$68,114
Lilly USA, LLC
$43,162
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$32,938
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$31,979
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$20,533
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18,146
Ascendis Pharma Inc
$4,220
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$3,386
Abbott Laboratories
$819
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$434
Senseonics, Incorporated
$400
Amgen Inc.
$279
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$278
Insulet Corporation
$201
Dexcom, Inc.
$191
Corcept Therapeutics
$166
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$163
Medtronic, Inc.
$153
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals
$150
MannKind Corporation
$138
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$137
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
$129
Tempus AI, Inc
$66
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$64
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
$49
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
$49
DEXCOM, INC.
$49
Radius Health, Inc.
$43
Intuity Medical Inc
$37
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$33
BETA BIONICS, INC.
$25
Shire North American Group Inc
$23
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc
$21
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$16
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$14
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$11
Top 3 companies account for 70.4% 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 →
The majority of payments (98%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in endocrinology and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 5% for endocrinology in TX.
Equivalent to $6,735 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Endocrinologists within 10 mi
10
Per 100K population
1.1
County median income
$52,281
Nearest hospital
RIO GRANDE REGIONAL 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. Ortiz is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in TX), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 5% of TX peers, with 16 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. Ortiz experienced with remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Ortiz performed 1,076 remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes 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. Ortiz receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Ortiz received a total of $535,936 from 38 companies across 975 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. Ortiz's costs compare to other endocrinologists in Mcallen?
Dr. Ortiz's average Medicare payment per service is $32. 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. Ortiz) 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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