Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Jose Escandon, M.D
Internal Medicine · Mission, 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
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Escandon 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. Escandon
Dr. Jose Escandon is an internal medicine specialist in Mission, TX, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Escandon performed 2,828 Medicare services across 1,595 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Escandon received a total of $12,564 from 41 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 832 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in internal 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. Escandon 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 13% volume in TX
$12,564 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗2,828
Medicare services
Top 13% in TX for internal medicine
1,595
Unique beneficiaries
$38
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~166 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. |
495 | $89 | $149 |
| Blood glucose test using reagent strip A test that measures the level of sugar in the blood using a chemical reagent strip. |
377 | $5 | $11 |
| 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. |
240 | $2 | $12 |
| 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. |
225 | $8 | $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. |
206 | $62 | $108 |
| Urine microalbumin test A laboratory test that measures the amount of a specific protein called microalbumin in a urine sample. This analysis helps assess kidney function. |
169 | $6 | $11 |
| 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. |
150 | $66 | $200 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
87 | $111 | $150 |
| COVID-19 immunoassay detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay method to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) through direct visual observation. |
65 | $41 | $50 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
62 | $16 | $22 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
61 | $16 | $22 |
| 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. |
56 | $36 | $46 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
51 | $8 | $16 |
| 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. |
51 | $17 | $37 |
| Ultrasound-guided large joint aspiration or injection This procedure uses ultrasound imaging to guide the removal of fluid from or the injection of medication into a large joint. |
45 | $64 | $124 |
| Trigger point injection, 3 or more muscles Injection of medication into three or more specific muscle trigger points to relieve pain. |
37 | $37 | $79 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using at least four different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
36 | $28 | $55 |
| Routine 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) A test that records the electrical activity of the heart using at least 12 leads to produce a tracing. |
35 | $5 | $11 |
| 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. |
31 | $22 | $50 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
31 | $30 | $35 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
29 | $38 | $46 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
27 | $19 | $40 |
| Cardiac creatine kinase MB level test A blood test that measures the level of the MB fraction of creatine kinase, an enzyme found in heart muscle. This test helps assess potential heart muscle damage. |
27 | $11 | $16 |
| Troponin blood test A blood test that measures the amount of troponin protein in your body. Troponin is released into the blood when heart muscle is damaged. |
27 | $12 | $18 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using 4 to 5 different views to visualize the bones and structures in that area. |
26 | $30 | $54 |
| 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. |
25 | $26 | $55 |
| 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. |
25 | $21 | $120 |
| 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. |
24 | $107 | $186 |
| Spirometry test before and after medication A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed of your breathing before and after taking a medication. |
23 | $27 | $61 |
| 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. |
20 | $18 | $43 |
| 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. |
18 | $26 | $48 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
17 | $16 | $38 |
| Helicobacter pylori antibody test A blood test that measures antibodies to the Helicobacter pylori bacteria. It is used to detect exposure to this gastrointestinal bacteria. |
15 | $17 | $20 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
15 | $59 | $150 |
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 ↗$12,564
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,795/year across 7 years
Top 7% in TX for internal medicine
41
Companies
832
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
$9,516 (75.7%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$3,048 (24.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$776
2023
$1,419
2022
$1,427
2021
$1,126
2020
$2,655
2019
$3,189
2018
$1,972
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
PFIZER INC.
$3,136
Novo Nordisk Inc
$2,511
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$2,231
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$655
Amgen Inc.
$633
Lilly USA, LLC
$452
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$343
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$263
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$262
Dexcom, Inc.
$250
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$176
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$164
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$145
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$140
ABBVIE INC.
$132
Allergan, Inc.
$120
AbbVie, Inc.
$92
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$75
Radius Health, Inc.
$74
AbbVie Inc.
$69
Allergan Inc.
$63
Exact Sciences Corporation
$62
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$62
Abbott Laboratories
$48
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$48
Optinose US, Inc.
$43
Averitas Pharma Inc.
$38
Corcept Therapeutics
$33
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$30
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$30
OptiNose US, Inc.
$24
NESTLE HEALTHCARE NUTRITION INC.
$21
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$21
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$20
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$17
Biogen, Inc.
$17
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$16
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$15
EVOKE PHARMA, INC.
$12
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$12
Horizon Pharma plc
$11
Top 3 companies account for 62.7% 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 (76%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 7% for internal medicine in TX.
Equivalent to $444 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
168
Per 100K population
19.1
County median income
$52,281
Nearest hospital
MISSION 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. Escandon is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 13% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 7% of TX peers, 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. Escandon experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Escandon performed 495 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. Escandon receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Escandon received a total of $12,564 from 41 companies across 832 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. Escandon's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Mission?
Dr. Escandon'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. Escandon) 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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