Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Donald Newland, MD

Otolaryngology · Shenandoah, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
9301 PINECROFT DR, Shenandoah, TX 77380
2813621368
In practice since 2005 (20 years)
NPI: 1558359901 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Newland 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. Newland

Dr. Donald Newland is an otolaryngology in Shenandoah, TX, with 20 years in practice. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Newland performed 3,830 Medicare services across 1,670 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Newland received a total of $5,480 from 22 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 131 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in otolaryngology. 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. Newland 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 7% volume in TX$ $5,480 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
3,830
Medicare services
Top 7% in TX for otolaryngology
1,670
Unique beneficiaries
$66
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~192 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.

ProcedureVolumeAvg. paidAvg. submitted
Allergy skin test960$3$10
Test for allergy using allergenic extract injected into skin721$6$14
Office visit, established patient (30-39 min)435$86$185
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope360$131$345
New patient office visit (45-59 min)237$104$285
Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, and sleep time182$41$127
Allergy injection therapy, multiple injections176$8$36
Removal of impacted ear wax174$31$115
Biopsy or removal of nasal polyp or tissue using an endoscope85$286$961
Dexamethasone injection (steroid)66$0$12
Ct scan of face without contrast57$101$200
Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month51$35$110
Office visit, established patient (20-29 min)48$66$120
Removal or destruction of growth of nose through nose44$414$2,000
Removal of impacted cerumen (one or both ears) by physician on same date of service as audiologic function testing32$35$114
Repair of collapsed nasal valve27$1,661$4,986
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope22$99$285
Incision of eardrum with insertion of eardrum tube under local or topical anesthesia21$166$383
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional21$16$45
Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test20$27$105
Evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing by examination of upper airway using an endoscope18$51$235
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg17$6$15
Insertion of hypoglossal nerve neurostimulator electrode and generator and breathing sensor electrode16$655$1,805
Removal of nasal air passage under lining tissue14$171$1,520
Control of bleeding of nose using an endoscope13$188$650
Test for eardrum and muscle function13$16$82
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.
0.7% high complexity
10.5% medium
88.8% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$5,480
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $783/year across 7 years
Top 17% in TX for otolaryngology
22
Companies
131
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
$5,480 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$1,570
2023
$1,395
2022
$620
2021
$504
2020
$253
2019
$701
2018
$437

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$1,508
Stryker Corporation
$735
Acclarent, Inc
$681
Optinose US, Inc.
$535
Medtronic, Inc.
$288
GENZYME CORPORATION
$240
Intersect ENT, Inc.
$212
AERIN MEDICAL INC.
$175
Hologic Sales and Service, LLC
$148
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$136
Aerin Medical Inc.
$135
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$124
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$119
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$116
Olympus America Inc.
$99
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$99
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$38
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$22
PhotoniCare Inc
$19
kaleo, Inc.
$18
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$18
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$13
Top 3 companies account for 53.4% 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 →

Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

Equivalent to $143 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Otolaryngologys within 10 mi
44
Per 100K population
6.7
County median income
$97,266
Nearest hospital
HOUSTON METHODIST THE WOODLANDS HOSPITAL
4.2 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPESWeekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOSMonthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util.Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open PaymentsCY 2024
Disciplinary History— Not publicN/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. Newland is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 7% in TX), and high industry engagement (low-engagement, top 17%), with 20 years of practice experience.

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. Newland experienced with allergy skin test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Newland performed 960 allergy skin test 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. Newland receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Newland received a total of $5,480 from 22 companies across 131 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. Newland's costs compare to other otolaryngologys in Shenandoah?
Dr. Newland's average Medicare payment per service is $66. 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. Newland) 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 →
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.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. The Transparency Score measures data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →