Medicare Enrolled
Dr. James Li, MD
Surgery · Odessa, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Mixed 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. Li
Dr. James Li is a surgery specialist in Odessa, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Li performed 4,143 Medicare services across 2,474 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Li received a total of $32,852 from 30 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 151 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in surgery. Payments are distributed across multiple categories and often reflect legitimate professional engagement with the medical industry. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Li 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 2% volume in TX
$32,852 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,143
Medicare services
Top 2% in TX for surgery
2,474
Unique beneficiaries
$272
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~207 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 (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. |
1,018 | $65 | $150 |
| 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. |
476 | $54 | $350 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
301 | $38 | $200 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
280 | $30 | $199 |
| Additional sedation, per 15 minutes Administration of a drug to deepen sedation during a procedure. This code covers each additional 15-minute increment of sedation beyond the initial period. |
240 | $8 | $50 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create images of the arteries in one leg or any grafts present in that leg. |
163 | $92 | $500 |
| 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. |
163 | $82 | $500 |
| 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. |
133 | $128 | $750 |
| 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. |
132 | $81 | $200 |
| Radiologist review of arm or leg artery image A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in the arm or leg. This process involves analyzing the visual data to assess the blood vessels. |
109 | $114 | $498 |
| 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. |
107 | $41 | $100 |
| Additional blood vessel ultrasound evaluation An ultrasound exam of a blood vessel that includes a radiologist's review. This code applies to each additional vessel evaluated beyond the initial one. |
91 | $129 | $600 |
| Ultrasound of blood vessel, initial vessel An ultrasound exam of a blood vessel that includes a radiologist's review of the initial vessel. |
90 | $718 | $3,500 |
| Complete ultrasound of aorta, vena cava, groin vessels or bypass grafts A complete ultrasound exam of the aorta, vena cava, groin vessels, or bypass grafts. This imaging test uses sound waves to visualize these blood vessels. |
89 | $122 | $750 |
| 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. |
69 | $129 | $750 |
| Arterial plaque removal in leg A procedure to remove plaque buildup from the arteries in the leg to restore blood flow. |
61 | $5,631 | $33,000 |
| Hemodialysis circuit intervention with balloon dilation A procedure to insert a needle or tube into a hemodialysis circuit and dilate the dialysis segment using a balloon, with radiological review. |
51 | $914 | $3,800 |
| Hemodialysis circuit clot removal and vessel dilation This procedure involves removing or dissolving a blood clot within the hemodialysis circuit and using a balloon to widen the dialysis access segment, with imaging review by a radiologist. |
47 | $1,709 | $6,862 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
47 | $90 | $500 |
| Radiologist review of lower body vein image A radiologist reviews images of the major veins in the lower body to assess their structure and function. |
44 | $82 | $400 |
| Insertion of vena cava tube A procedure to place a tube into the vena cava, the large vein that carries blood to the heart. |
43 | $320 | $2,307 |
| Review by radiologist of both arms and legs veins of both arms or legs image | 39 | $101 | $400 |
| Removal of tunneled central venous tube This procedure involves the removal of a catheter that has been surgically placed under the skin and threaded into a large vein. |
33 | $105 | $500 |
| Arterial plaque removal, initial vessel A procedure to remove plaque buildup from an artery in the leg. This is performed on the first vessel treated during the session. |
33 | $6,493 | $35,000 |
| Radiologist review of abdominal aorta image A radiologist reviews images of the abdominal aorta to evaluate the blood vessel. |
33 | $94 | $500 |
| 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. |
33 | $172 | $750 |
| 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. |
33 | $94 | $200 |
| Radiofrequency vein destruction, first vein A procedure to treat the first incompetent vein in the arm or leg using radiofrequency energy and imaging guidance. |
26 | $792 | $5,000 |
| Vein stent insertion with radiologist review A stent is placed in a vein to keep it open, with review by a radiologist. This is performed on the initial vein treated. |
26 | $2,586 | $9,500 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
21 | $18 | $50 |
| Needle or tube insertion into hemodialysis circuit with radiologist review A procedure involving the insertion of a needle or tube into a hemodialysis circuit, accompanied by a review of the procedure by a radiologist. |
20 | $517 | $2,020 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
18 | $76 | $300 |
| Balloon dilation of dialysis access with radiologist review A minimally invasive procedure to widen a narrowed section of a dialysis access vessel using a balloon catheter. The procedure includes review by a radiologist to ensure proper placement and effectiveness. |
17 | $450 | $2,100 |
| Revision of hemodialysis graft A procedure to repair or restore the function of a surgically created blood vessel connection used for hemodialysis. |
16 | $565 | $2,200 |
| Ultrasound of hemodialysis access An ultrasound imaging test used to evaluate the blood flow and structure of a hemodialysis access site. |
16 | $80 | $750 |
| Removal of arterial or venous catheter with radiologist review This procedure involves the removal of a tube placed in an artery or vein. A radiologist reviews the procedure to ensure it is performed correctly. |
14 | $69 | $600 |
| New patient office visit, 15-29 minutes An initial office visit for a new patient lasting 15 to 29 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter meets this duration threshold. |
11 | $55 | $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.
3.1% high complexity
41.3% medium
55.6% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$32,852
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $4,693/year across 7 years
Top 9% in TX for surgery
30
Companies
151
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.
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$28,272 (86.1%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$4,579 (13.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$5,356
2023
$25,599
2022
$453
2021
$361
2020
$290
2019
$363
2018
$430
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$23,561
Medtronic, Inc.
$4,828
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$1,617
Boston Scientific Corporation
$671
Endologix LLC
$305
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$292
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$240
Penumbra, Inc.
$163
Silk Road Medical, Inc.
$138
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$118
BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.
$108
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$102
Cook Medical LLC
$97
Bioventus LLC
$62
Abbott Laboratories
$60
Philips North America LLC
$60
Terumo Medical Corporation
$60
CORDIS US CORP.
$59
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$48
ACELL, INC.
$36
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$34
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$31
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$29
LeMaitre Vascular, Inc.
$24
CryoLife, Inc.
$23
Ethicon US, LLC
$23
Inari Medical, Inc.
$19
Maquet Cardiovascular U.S. Sales, L.L.C.
$18
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$17
Lifenet Health
$8
Top 3 companies account for 91.3% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(4067) Tack Endovascular Systems BTK · (5027) Intact Vascular Und · (BS0) Mechanical Atherectomy · (DD1) Duo Hybrid · ABRE · ACUSON Sequoia Diagnostic Ultrasound System · AFX2 Bifurcated Endograft System · ANGIOJET · ARTEGRAFT VASCULAR GRAFT · AURYON LASER SYSTEM 100-120 VAC · AngioJet Ultra 5000A · Auryon Laser System 100-120 Vac · BioGlue · Cook Medical Cook Vascular Access non-Spectrum · Cook Medical Celect Platinum · Cook Medical Lead Management - Introducers · Coronary Orbital Atherectomy System · Diamondback Peripheral · ELLIPSYS VASCULAR ACCESS SYSTEM · ELUVIA · ENHANCE Transcarotid Peripheral Access Kit · ENROUTE .014 Guidewire · ENROUTE Transcarotid Neuroprotection System · ENROUTE Transcarotid Stent · EXCLUDER AAA Endoprosthesis · EXCLUDER Conformable AAA Endoprosthesis with Active Control · EkoSonic · Endurant · FLEXITOUCH · FLIXENE · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · Flexitouch Plus · Fluency · GENERAL ANGIOGRAPHY · GORE TAG Thoracic Branch Endoprosthesis · GORE TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis · GORE VIABAHN Endoprosthesis · GORE VIABAHN VBX Balloon Expandable Endo · General - Balloons · General - Metallic Stents · IGT_D Peripheral · IN.PACT AV · Image Guided Therapy Devices _ Peripheral · Indigo · Indigo System · JETSTREAM · Juniper · LUTONIX · Lasers · Lunderquist · Navicross · PROLENE · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · Peripheral Orbital Atherectomy System · Peripheral RotaLink Plus · ROTAPRO · Ranger · S · SABER · Supera peripheral stent system · TAG Thoracic Endoprosthesis · TheraGenesis Wound Matrix · VENACURE 1470 PRO · VIABAHN Endoprosthesis · VIABAHN Endoprosthesis with Heparin Bioactive Surface · VIABAHN Endoprosthesis with PROPATEN Bioactive Surface · VIABAHN VBX Balloon Expandable Endoprosthesis · WALLSTENT · WALLSTENT RP Endoprosthesis · XARELTO · ZILVER VENA · Zilver Vena
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 →
Payments are distributed across multiple categories with no single dominant type. Total industry engagement is in the top 9% for surgery in TX.
Equivalent to $793 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Surgerists within 10 mi
31
Per 100K population
19.0
County median income
$71,031
Nearest hospital
MEDICAL CENTER 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. Li is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in TX), with mixed engagement industry engagement in the top 9% 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. Li experienced with office visit, established patient (20-29 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Li performed 1,018 office visit, established patient (20-29 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. Li receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Li received a total of $32,852 from 30 companies across 151 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. Li's costs compare to other surgerists in Odessa?
Dr. Li's average Medicare payment per service is $272. 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. Li) 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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