Medicare Enrolled

Dr. C. Branch, D.O.

Family Medicine · Tyler, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology — Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
1910 ROSELAND BLVD, Tyler, TX 75701
9035330644
In practice since 2006 (20 years)
NPI: 1205814753 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. Branch 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. Branch

Dr. C. Branch is a family medicine specialist in Tyler, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Branch performed 25,821 Medicare services across 11,604 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Branch received a total of $12,205 from 52 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 907 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. Branch 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 0% volume in TX $12,205 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
25,821
Medicare services
Top 0% in TX for family medicine
11,604
Unique beneficiaries
$27
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~1,291 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.
3,229 $45 $70
Dexamethasone injection (steroid)
An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram.
1,728 $0 $2
Blood draw (venipuncture)
Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample.
1,560 $8 $10
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.
1,543 $8 $28
Comprehensive metabolic blood panel
A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers.
1,535 $10 $38
Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides)
A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
1,477 $13 $33
Manual urinalysis with microscopic examination
A urine test performed manually without automated equipment. The sample is examined under a microscope to check for abnormalities.
1,460 $4 $15
Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test
A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function.
1,444 $16 $44
Free thyroxine (T4) test
A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream.
1,425 $9 $26
Vitamin D level test
A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body.
1,250 $29 $75
Steroid injection (triamcinolone)
A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered.
974 $1 $8
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.
930 $81 $190
Vitamin B-12 level test
A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body.
923 $15 $36
Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring)
A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months.
868 $9 $27
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.
508 $6 $20
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.
479 $17 $40
Echocardiogram, transthoracic
An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function.
360 $132 $485
Complex chronic care management, first 60 minutes
This service involves clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional to manage two or more chronic conditions over a calendar month. It covers the first 60 minutes of this coordinated care effort.
286 $95 $150
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.
252 $61 $135
Gadolinium MRI contrast injection
Administration of a gadolinium-based contrast agent to enhance magnetic resonance imaging. The dose is measured per milliliter of the agent injected.
205 $1 $3
Annual wellness visit, follow-up
A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service.
203 $124 $160
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.
198 $136 $476
Regadenoson injection (Lexiscan) for heart stress test
An injection of regadenoson, a medication used to stress the heart during diagnostic testing.
196 $44 $75
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.
178 $23 $48
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.
161 $10 $42
Screening mammography
An X-ray of the breast used to detect breast cancer in women who have no signs or symptoms of the disease.
140 $122 $230
3D screening mammography (tomosynthesis)
A screening imaging test of the breast using 3D technology to detect potential abnormalities.
139 $51 $150
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.
136 $36 $180
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.
121 $25 $56
Flu vaccine administration
This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient.
111 $30 $35
Flu vaccine, quadrivalent
A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection.
105 $76 $100
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.
100 $0 $6
Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg
An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg.
92 $0 $2
Home health plan of care re-certification
A physician reviews the patient's status and contacts the home health agency to re-certify the plan of care without the patient being present.
79 $29 $55
PSA test (prostate cancer screening) 78 $18 $52
PSA test (prostate cancer screening)
A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer.
76 $19 $52
Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month
This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month.
72 $36 $56
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.
67 $9 $49
Drug screening test
A laboratory test that uses a chemistry analyzer to detect the presence of drugs in a sample.
66 $61 $100
Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin diagnostic injection
A diagnostic injection of Technetium Tc-99m tetrofosmin used for imaging studies.
61 $127 $390
Nuclear stress test of heart muscle
A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress using a special camera.
60 $315 $665
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG
A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram under physician supervision and review.
60 $45 $194
Total estradiol level test
A blood test that measures the total amount of estradiol, a form of estrogen, in the body.
53 $27 $60
Influenza virus detection test
A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation.
46 $16 $35
Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min)
An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter.
45 $134 $260
Progesterone level test
A blood test that measures the amount of progesterone, a reproductive hormone, in your body.
40 $20 $47
Placement of skin electrodes and measurement of stimulated sites on arms and legs
This procedure involves placing skin electrodes and measuring stimulated sites on the arms and legs.
40 $270 $634
COVID-19 immunoassay detection test
A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay method to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) through direct visual observation.
34 $41 $75
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area.
32 $28 $60
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.
32 $24 $61
Complete ultrasound of abdomen
A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen.
31 $60 $398
MRI of lower spine, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine.
30 $152 $771
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test
A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine.
30 $4 $16
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
28 $32 $75
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.
28 $40 $61
COVID-19 antibody test
A blood test that measures antibodies to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19). It detects the presence of immune response markers to the virus.
27 $41 $50
Continuous external EKG monitoring, 48 hours to 7 days
This procedure involves recording, analyzing, and interpreting a continuous external electrocardiogram (EKG) over a period of more than 48 hours up to 7 days.
27 $181 $700
Stool test for hidden blood (FIT)
A laboratory test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood using an immunoassay method.
25 $16 $45
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.
24 $33 $90
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.
23 $28 $59
Ear wax removal
A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal.
20 $31 $95
Chronic care management services
Comprehensive assessment and care planning for patients requiring ongoing chronic care management.
18 $47 $70
MRI scan of brain, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging test of the brain that does not use contrast dye. This procedure creates detailed images of the brain's structure using magnetic fields and radio waves.
17 $152 $792
X-ray of middle spine, 2 views
An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints.
17 $24 $67
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.
17 $18 $28
MRI of arm joint, without contrast
An MRI scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the arm joint. This specific procedure is performed without the use of a contrast dye.
16 $157 $817
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.
16 $182 $600
Joint injection, major joint
Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space.
14 $49 $400
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.
14 $22 $65
Natriuretic peptide level test
A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels.
14 $38 $70
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.
14 $87 $325
Transitional care management, high complexity
Coordination of care for a patient transitioning from a short-term hospital stay or other facility to home or another care setting. This service addresses a high-complexity medical problem.
14 $211 $300
Pneumonia vaccine administration
This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider.
14 $30 $35
MRI of leg joint, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye.
13 $161 $815
Iron level test 13 $6 $21
Iron binding capacity test
A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron.
13 $9 $25
C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker)
A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body.
13 $5 $19
Transitional care management services, moderate complexity
Services provided to coordinate care during the transition from an inpatient or other facility setting back to the community. This includes follow-up and management of a health problem of at least moderate complexity.
12 $156 $225
MRI of upper spine without contrast
An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine.
11 $147 $971
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.
11 $134 $487
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.
1.4% high complexity
15.2% medium
83.4% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$12,205
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,744/year across 7 years
Top 3% in TX for family medicine
52
Companies
907
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
$12,087 (99.0%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$117 (1.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$974
2023
$1,219
2022
$1,557
2021
$2,340
2020
$2,170
2019
$2,699
2018
$1,245

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Amgen Inc.
$2,100
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,090
PFIZER INC.
$816
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$793
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$788
ABBVIE INC.
$769
AbbVie Inc.
$703
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$543
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$452
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$359
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$331
Lilly USA, LLC
$280
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$259
AbbVie, Inc.
$246
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$246
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$216
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$209
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$182
Allergan Inc.
$169
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$165
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$156
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$129
Eisai Inc.
$124
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$115
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$90
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$85
Genentech USA, Inc.
$83
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$72
Lundbeck LLC
$69
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$56
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$55
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$44
Nevro Corp.
$36
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$30
Corium, LLC
$30
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$29
Allergan, Inc.
$29
MAYNE PHARMA COMMERCIAL LLC
$25
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$24
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$23
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$23
Jazz Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
Radius Health, Inc.
$19
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$16
ASSERTIO THERAPEUTICS, Inc.
$16
Exact Sciences Corporation
$15
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$14
Almatica Pharma LLC
$14
ITI, Inc.
$13
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$13
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$13
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 32.8% 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 (99%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 3% for family medicine in TX.

Equivalent to $47 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
165
Per 100K population
69.3
County median income
$71,923
Nearest hospital
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS TYLER REGIONAL HOSPITAL
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. Branch is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 3% 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. Branch experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Branch performed 3,229 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. Branch receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Branch received a total of $12,205 from 52 companies across 907 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. Branch's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Tyler?
Dr. Branch's average Medicare payment per service is $27. 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. Branch) 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.

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 →