Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Daniel Kellum, MD
Family Medicine · Schertz, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Kellum 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. Kellum
Dr. Daniel Kellum is a family medicine specialist in Schertz, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kellum performed 4,309 Medicare services across 2,109 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kellum received a total of $18,270 from 90 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1404 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in family 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. Kellum 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 5% volume in TX
$18,270 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,309
Medicare services
Top 5% in TX for family medicine
2,109
Unique beneficiaries
$42
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~215 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. |
1,109 | $79 | $251 |
| Betamethasone steroid injection An injection containing a combination of betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. |
534 | $5 | $25 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
413 | $8 | $38 |
| Infectious disease DNA/RNA test A laboratory test that uses a specific technique to detect the genetic material of an organism. This method amplifies the target DNA or RNA to identify the presence of the organism. |
402 | $34 | $70 |
| 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. |
242 | $10 | $50 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
163 | $123 | $256 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
143 | $36 | $97 |
| Annual depression screening | 130 | $17 | $36 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
129 | $0 | $5 |
| 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. |
124 | $36 | $106 |
| 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. |
123 | $77 | $165 |
| Yeast/candida DNA test A laboratory test that uses an amplified probe technique to detect the presence of Candida species, a type of yeast, in a patient sample. |
67 | $34 | $79 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
60 | $3 | $25 |
| 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. |
57 | $21 | $66 |
| 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. |
52 | $9 | $40 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
48 | $0 | $27 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
42 | $49 | $161 |
| 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. |
42 | $74 | $326 |
| Strep A nucleic acid amplification test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus bacteria. This method identifies the genetic material of the bacteria to determine if an infection is present. |
33 | $34 | $70 |
| Staphylococcus aureus DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in a sample. |
32 | $34 | $70 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
32 | $13 | $45 |
| 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. |
32 | $60 | $216 |
| MRSA nucleic acid detection test A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria. |
25 | $34 | $70 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
22 | $29 | $175 |
| Annual wellness visit, initial visit A yearly appointment to review your health and create a personalized prevention plan. This initial visit focuses on preventive care and health assessment. |
21 | $158 | $328 |
| Mycoplasma pneumoniae nucleic acid test A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of Mycoplasma pneumoniae bacteria. |
18 | $34 | $70 |
| Respiratory virus nucleic acid test, 3-5 targets A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid detection to identify multiple types or subtypes of respiratory viruses. The test analyzes 3 to 5 specific viral targets. |
18 | $140 | $285 |
| Autonomic nervous system function test This test evaluates how well the sympathetic nervous system is functioning. It assesses the automatic control of bodily processes such as heart rate and blood pressure. |
18 | $89 | $249 |
| Chlamydia pneumoniae nucleic acid test A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of Chlamydia pneumoniae bacteria in a sample. |
17 | $34 | $70 |
| Enterovirus nucleic acid test A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of enteroviruses in a sample. |
17 | $34 | $70 |
| Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) nucleic acid test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of respiratory syncytial virus in a sample. |
17 | $69 | $140 |
| Knee X-ray, 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures. |
16 | $29 | $81 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
16 | $10 | $50 |
| VRE nucleic acid detection test A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) DNA in a patient sample. |
15 | $34 | $70 |
| Group B Strep DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Group B Streptococcus bacteria. |
15 | $34 | $70 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
14 | $13 | $36 |
| COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen. |
13 | $50 | $103 |
| 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. |
13 | $22 | $73 |
| Initial preventive physical examination, new Medicare beneficiary A comprehensive preventive health visit for new Medicare beneficiaries during their first 12 months of enrollment. The service is conducted as a face-to-face visit and is limited to preventive care. |
13 | $156 | $328 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
12 | $40 | $103 |
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 ↗$18,270
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,610/year across 7 years
Top 1% in TX for family medicine
90
Companies
1,404
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
$17,906 (98.0%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$364 (2.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,998
2023
$3,169
2022
$2,540
2021
$2,170
2020
$2,003
2019
$3,289
2018
$3,102
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$1,934
Amgen Inc.
$1,668
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,642
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$1,070
Lilly USA, LLC
$871
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$636
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$589
PFIZER INC.
$543
Allergan Inc.
$506
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$471
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$466
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$458
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$400
Abbott Laboratories
$360
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$329
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$307
AbbVie Inc.
$293
Horizon Pharma plc
$287
Allergan, Inc.
$276
ITI, Inc.
$259
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$247
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$231
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$207
Zyla Life Sciences
$199
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$192
Assertio Therapeutics, Inc.
$185
IMPEL PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$178
Almatica Pharma LLC
$171
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$155
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$151
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$150
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$146
Tris Pharma Inc
$145
BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc.
$143
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$138
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$112
Dexcom, Inc.
$109
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$105
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$102
Eisai Inc.
$101
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$100
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$100
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$93
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$89
Nevro Corp.
$67
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$65
Caldera Medical, Inc
$64
Adlon Therapeutics L.P.
$60
Egalet US Inc
$57
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$53
Harmony Biosciences LLC
$52
ABIOMED
$51
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$48
Corcept Therapeutics
$47
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$41
Neos Therapeutics, LP
$40
Shire North American Group Inc
$39
Genentech USA, Inc.
$39
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$36
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$35
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$34
QOL Medical, LLC
$34
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$34
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$33
Corium, LLC
$29
OptiNose US, Inc.
$27
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$26
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$26
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
Pernix Therapeutics Holdings, Inc.
$22
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$20
Acclarent, Inc
$19
Shionogi Inc
$18
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$16
EISAI INC.
$14
SHIELD THERAPEUTICS INC
$14
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$14
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$13
UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES LLC
$13
Ironshore Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$13
Boston Scientific Corporation
$13
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$12
Clarus Therapeutics Inc.
$12
Rhodes Pharmaceuticals L.P.
$12
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$11
Althera Pharmaceuticals LLC
$11
Adhera Therapeutics, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 28.7% 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 (98%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 1% for family medicine in TX.
Equivalent to $424 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
945
Per 100K population
46.4
County median income
$70,571
Nearest hospital
LAUREL RIDGE TREATMENT CENTER
11.0 mi
11.0 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. Kellum is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 5% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 1% 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. Kellum experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kellum performed 1,109 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. Kellum receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kellum received a total of $18,270 from 90 companies across 1,404 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. Kellum's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Schertz?
Dr. Kellum's average Medicare payment per service is $42. 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. Kellum) 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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