Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Puneet Bhargava, MD

Body Imaging Physician · Seattle, WA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
325 9TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98104
2065205307
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1275624819 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. Bhargava 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. Bhargava

Dr. Puneet Bhargava is a body imaging physician in Seattle, WA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Bhargava performed 1,051 Medicare services across 1,004 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Bhargava received a total of $56 from 1 pharmaceutical and/or device company across 1 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in body imaging physician. 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. Bhargava is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 19 years in practice ▲ 1,051 Medicare services $56 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
1,051
Medicare services
Bottom 23% in WA for body imaging physician
Lower Medicare volume may reflect subspecialty focus, hospital-based work, or a higher share of non-Medicare patients.
1,004
Unique beneficiaries
$51
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~55 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
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast
A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas.
 373 $68 $276
Swallowing function imaging
Imaging used to evaluate how well a person can swallow. This procedure visualizes the swallowing process to assess function.
 148 $20 $82
CT scan of chest with contrast
A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures.
 99 $37 $182
MRI of abdomen with and without contrast
An MRI scan of the abdomen using contrast dye before and after administration to create detailed images of internal structures.
 59 $73 $334
CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast
A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis.
 40 $80 $330
Limited abdominal ultrasound
A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures.
 36 $23 $90
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast
A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye.
 33 $54 $268
Upper GI series with single contrast
An X-ray exam of the upper digestive tract using a single contrast agent to visualize the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine.
 30 $32 $125
MRI of pelvis with and without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed both before and after the administration of a contrast dye to enhance image detail.
 27 $74 $336
MRI of pelvis, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed without the use of contrast dye.
 26 $59 $219
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis using contrast dye before and after administration to visualize internal structures.
 24 $76 $306
3D radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing
A radiographic imaging procedure that creates three-dimensional images using computerized processing of the captured data.
 24 $29 $119
Imaging of urinary tract with contrast
An imaging test of the urinary tract performed after a contrast agent is injected to enhance visibility of the structures.
 21 $18 $77
Abdominal X-ray, 1 view
An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures.
 19 $13 $61
CT scan of abdomen with contrast
A CT scan of the abdomen using a contrast dye to create detailed images of internal organs and structures.
 19 $49 $192
Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum
An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity.
 19 $24 $111
CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast
A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest.
 16 $66 $277
Abdominal X-ray, 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the abdomen using two different angles to visualize internal structures.
 14 $11 $60
3D radiographic procedure
A radiographic imaging technique that creates three-dimensional representations of internal structures.
 12 $7 $30
Complete ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow
This procedure uses sound waves to create images of blood flow in the arteries and veins of the abdomen and pelvis. It evaluates the rate and direction of blood movement within these vessels.
 12 $47 $173
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 2023 ↗
$56
Total received (2023-2023)
Bottom 47% in WA for body imaging physician
1
Company
1
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
$56 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2023
$56

Payments by company (2023)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Boston Scientific Corporation
$56
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2023 payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ICEfx Cryoablation System
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.

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Geographic Context

Body imaging physicians within 10 mi
34
Per 100K population
1.5
County median income
$122,148
Nearest hospital
HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
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 2023
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 reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Bhargava is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 years of NPI registration.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Bhargava experienced with ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Bhargava performed 373 ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 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. Bhargava receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Bhargava received a total of $56 from 1 company across 1 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. Bhargava's costs compare to other body imaging physicians in Seattle?
Dr. Bhargava's average Medicare payment per service is $51. 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. Bhargava) 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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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. Data Coverage reflects 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 →