Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Elizabeth Wanner
Family Medicine · Tomball, 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. Wanner 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. Wanner
Dr. Elizabeth Wanner is a family medicine specialist in Tomball, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Wanner performed 5,768 Medicare services across 3,458 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Wanner received a total of $8,062 from 40 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 459 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. Wanner 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 3% volume in TX
$8,062 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗5,768
Medicare services
Top 3% in TX for family medicine
3,458
Unique beneficiaries
$31
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~288 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
735 | $48 | $525 |
| 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. |
602 | $60 | $610 |
| 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 | $86 | $894 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
417 | $10 | $94 |
| 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. |
397 | $8 | $69 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
377 | $0 | $7 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
329 | $13 | $119 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
249 | $16 | $149 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
230 | $10 | $86 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
122 | $131 | $958 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
113 | $1 | $14 |
| 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. |
100 | $10 | $137 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
98 | $3 | $28 |
| 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. |
97 | $6 | $51 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
97 | $5 | $46 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
90 | $29 | $263 |
| Drug test with direct observation A drug screening test performed under direct observation to ensure the sample is provided correctly. This method is used to verify the integrity of the specimen collection process. |
73 | $12 | $101 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
71 | $9 | $80 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
69 | $34 | $800 |
| 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. |
63 | $16 | $151 |
| 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. |
62 | $0 | $5 |
| 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. |
56 | $9 | $140 |
| Influenza B virus detection test A laboratory test that uses immunofluorescent techniques to detect the presence of the influenza B virus in a sample. |
54 | $12 | $107 |
| Influenza A virus detection test A laboratory test that uses immunofluorescent techniques to detect the presence of the influenza A virus in a sample. |
54 | $16 | $129 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
47 | $18 | $164 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
46 | $16 | $132 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
40 | $0 | $5 |
| 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. |
36 | $16 | $172 |
| Thyroxine (T4) level test A blood test that measures the total amount of thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in your body. |
36 | $7 | $61 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
34 | $15 | $134 |
| COVID-19 viral test, high throughput A laboratory test to detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus using high-throughput technology. This test identifies multiple types or subtypes of the virus and is performed by non-CDC laboratories. |
31 | $74 | $800 |
| 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. |
30 | $4 | $40 |
| Iron level test | 28 | $6 | $58 |
| Transferrin level test A blood test that measures the amount of transferrin, a protein that binds to and transports iron in the body. |
28 | $12 | $113 |
| 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. |
27 | $59 | $890 |
| Thyroid hormone evaluation A blood test to measure the levels of thyroid hormones in the body. This evaluation helps assess how well the thyroid gland is functioning. |
26 | $6 | $57 |
| Hepatitis C antibody test A blood test that checks for antibodies to the hepatitis C virus. This test helps determine if a person has been exposed to the virus. |
26 | $14 | $127 |
| 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. |
25 | $28 | $251 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
25 | $24 | $229 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
24 | $13 | $121 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
24 | $14 | $131 |
| 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. |
23 | $34 | $312 |
| 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. |
23 | $44 | $371 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 22 | $18 | $164 |
| 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. |
22 | $34 | $312 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
18 | $7 | $60 |
| Influenza virus nucleic acid detection test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid technology to detect multiple types of influenza virus. |
18 | $92 | $766 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
16 | $60 | $229 |
| 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. |
15 | $93 | $1,352 |
| Stool test for hidden blood (FIT) A laboratory test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood using an immunoassay method. |
14 | $16 | $141 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
14 | $5 | $42 |
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 ↗$8,062
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,152/year across 7 years
Top 7% in TX for family medicine
40
Companies
459
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
$8,046 (99.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$16 (0.2%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$646
2023
$793
2022
$789
2021
$1,563
2020
$520
2019
$1,976
2018
$1,776
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,133
Novo Nordisk Inc
$858
Lilly USA, LLC
$540
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$495
AbbVie Inc.
$482
Amgen Inc.
$449
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$406
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$399
ABBVIE INC.
$395
Allergan Inc.
$377
Abbott Laboratories
$339
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$255
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$232
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$231
PFIZER INC.
$195
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$183
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$105
Radius Health, Inc.
$104
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$91
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$84
Allergan, Inc.
$82
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$76
Shire North American Group Inc
$60
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$58
Mauna Kea Technologies, Inc.
$52
Exact Sciences Corporation
$50
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$45
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$42
AbbVie, Inc.
$36
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$35
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$30
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$28
Ethicon US, LLC
$19
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Philips North America LLC
$14
Genentech USA, Inc.
$14
Organon LLC
$13
KVK-Tech, Inc.
$13
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 31.4% 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. Total industry engagement is in the top 7% for family medicine in TX.
Equivalent to $140 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
917
Per 100K population
19.3
County median income
$73,104
Nearest hospital
HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE TOMBALL
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. Wanner is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 7% 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. Wanner experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Wanner performed 735 chronic care management, first 20 min/month 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. Wanner receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Wanner received a total of $8,062 from 40 companies across 459 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. Wanner's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Tomball?
Dr. Wanner's average Medicare payment per service is $31. 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. Wanner) 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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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.
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