Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Jon Tarpley, MD
Family Medicine · Texarkana, 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
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Tarpley 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. Tarpley
Dr. Jon Tarpley is a family medicine specialist in Texarkana, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Tarpley performed 9,335 Medicare services across 5,073 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Tarpley received a total of $3,865 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 250 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. Tarpley 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 1% volume in TX
$3,865 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗9,335
Medicare services
Top 1% in TX for family medicine
5,073
Unique beneficiaries
$25
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~467 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. |
1,150 | $85 | $245 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,111 | $8 | $20 |
| 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. |
774 | $8 | $48 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
735 | $10 | $105 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
659 | $13 | $90 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
432 | $1 | $7 |
| 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. |
396 | $64 | $175 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
391 | $3 | $28 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
315 | $10 | $61 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
310 | $16 | $86 |
| 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. |
254 | $10 | $42 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
201 | $9 | $52 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
200 | $16 | $45 |
| 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. |
172 | $0 | $14 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
163 | $29 | $248 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
134 | $30 | $35 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
130 | $72 | $76 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
122 | $1 | $16 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
121 | $15 | $70 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
120 | $8 | $88 |
| 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. |
103 | $6 | $59 |
| 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. |
101 | $50 | $100 |
| 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. |
100 | $14 | $44 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
94 | $120 | $220 |
| Urine culture, bacterial identification A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria from a urine sample to detect infections. |
86 | $8 | $42 |
| 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. |
79 | $9 | $76 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
74 | $4 | $24 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
67 | $19 | $79 |
| Bacterial culture, aerobic A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria capable of surviving in oxygen. The results help determine the presence of specific aerobic microorganisms. |
49 | $8 | $40 |
| Antibiotic sensitivity test A laboratory test that determines which antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals are effective against a specific microorganism using microdilution or agar dilution methods. |
49 | $8 | $58 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
35 | $30 | $45 |
| Fecal immunochemical test (FIT), 1-3 simultaneous A screening test that uses a stool sample to detect hidden blood in the feces, helping to identify potential colorectal cancer. |
35 | $18 | $45 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
32 | $0 | $17 |
| 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. |
29 | $21 | $71 |
| 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. |
28 | $15 | $63 |
| Screening test for pathogenic organisms A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of disease-causing organisms in the body. |
27 | $6 | $27 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
27 | $16 | $45 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
24 | $4 | $24 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
24 | $282 | $325 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
23 | $3 | $26 |
| Bacterial culture, non-urine, non-blood, non-stool A laboratory test to identify bacteria from a sample other than urine, blood, or stool. The sample is grown in a lab to detect aerobic bacteria. |
22 | $8 | $40 |
| 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. |
21 | $17 | $120 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 20 | $8 | $90 |
| Iron level test | 20 | $6 | $39 |
| Transferrin level test A blood test that measures the amount of transferrin, a protein that binds to and transports iron in the body. |
20 | $12 | $50 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
19 | $6 | $29 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 19 | $18 | $79 |
| Automated red blood cell count An automated laboratory test that measures the number of red blood cells in a blood sample. |
19 | $4 | $25 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
18 | $13 | $52 |
| Lipase level test A blood test that measures the amount of lipase, a fat-digesting enzyme, in your body. |
18 | $7 | $34 |
| Amylase enzyme level test A blood test that measures the amount of amylase, an enzyme produced by the pancreas and salivary glands, to help evaluate pancreatic health. |
17 | $6 | $33 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
17 | $40 | $163 |
| 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. |
17 | $154 | $325 |
| 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. |
16 | $21 | $75 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
16 | $38 | $171 |
| 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. |
15 | $17 | $66 |
| 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. |
14 | $10 | $61 |
| Foot X-ray, 3+ views An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints. |
13 | $17 | $45 |
| Abdominal X-ray series with chest X-ray This procedure involves taking a series of X-ray images of the abdomen along with a single X-ray image of the chest. |
13 | $18 | $65 |
| Coagulation function measurement, d-dimer; quantitative | 13 | $9 | $60 |
| Pneumococcal vaccine, 23-valent A vaccine that protects against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. It is used to prevent infections caused by these bacteria. |
12 | $131 | $170 |
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 ↗$3,865
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $552/year across 7 years
Top 16% in TX for family medicine
31
Companies
250
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
$3,865 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$716
2023
$638
2022
$587
2021
$785
2020
$500
2019
$310
2018
$329
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$442
AbbVie Inc.
$439
Amgen Inc.
$393
Novo Nordisk Inc
$313
ABBVIE INC.
$276
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$266
Abbott Laboratories
$227
Genentech USA, Inc.
$213
PFIZER INC.
$198
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$189
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$140
Allergan, Inc.
$135
Lilly USA, LLC
$105
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$94
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$56
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$47
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$37
Allergan Inc.
$35
Medtronic, Inc.
$31
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$30
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
$29
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$29
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$25
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$18
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$17
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$15
Dexcom, Inc.
$14
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$13
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 33.0% 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 $41 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
73
Per 100K population
79.1
County median income
$59,295
Nearest hospital
WADLEY 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. Tarpley is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 16% 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. Tarpley experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Tarpley performed 1,150 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. Tarpley receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Tarpley received a total of $3,865 from 31 companies across 250 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. Tarpley's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Texarkana?
Dr. Tarpley's average Medicare payment per service is $25. 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. Tarpley) 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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