Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mary Bell Vaughn, M.D.
Internal Medicine · Macon, GA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Vaughn
Dr. Mary Bell Vaughn is an internal medicine specialist in Macon, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Vaughn performed 33,879 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Vaughn received a total of $7,086 from 69 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 428 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Vaughn 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.
✓ 20 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 1% volume in GA
$7,086 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗33,879
Medicare services
Top 1% in GA for internal medicine
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$41
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
7,142 | $29 | $44 |
| 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. |
6,635 | $34 | $52 |
| 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. |
4,548 | $43 | $67 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
3,422 | $34 | $52 |
| Behavioral health care management, 20+ minutes This service involves clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional to manage behavioral health conditions. It requires at least 20 minutes of dedicated clinical staff time. |
2,560 | $31 | $45 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
2,441 | $34 | $55 |
| Advance care planning consultation, first 30 min A session focused on discussing and documenting future healthcare preferences and goals. This service covers the initial 30 minutes of the planning discussion. |
1,062 | $71 | $78 |
| Additional chronic care management time, 60 minutes This service covers an additional 60 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions, billed per calendar month. |
1,001 | $52 | $80 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
940 | $58 | $80 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
648 | $117 | $120 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
483 | $13 | $17 |
| 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. |
427 | $97 | $151 |
| 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. |
424 | $82 | $125 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
346 | $88 | $114 |
| 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. |
220 | $58 | $94 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
208 | $2 | $15 |
| 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. |
196 | $150 | $155 |
| 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. |
166 | $10 | $16 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
137 | $1 | $4 |
| 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. |
119 | $38 | $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. |
118 | $9 | $14 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
118 | $0 | $1 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
110 | $9 | $28 |
| 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. |
96 | $123 | $168 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
49 | $76 | $110 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
44 | $95 | $147 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen. |
42 | $79 | $106 |
| 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. |
38 | $112 | $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. |
24 | $133 | $171 |
| 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. |
19 | $200 | $255 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
16 | $5 | $7 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
16 | $76 | $113 |
| 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. |
15 | $132 | $168 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
13 | $71 | $98 |
| Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less This service covers the final day of hospital care when the patient is being discharged. It includes coordination of care and instructions for the patient within a time frame of 30 minutes or less. |
13 | $56 | $85 |
| Home health agency supervision, complex multidisciplinary care Supervision by a physician or allowed practitioner for a patient receiving Medicare-covered services from a participating home health agency. This involves complex and multidisciplinary care modalities, with the patient not present during the supervision. |
12 | $76 | $97 |
| 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. |
11 | $83 | $106 |
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$7,086
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,012/year across 7 years
Top 11% in GA for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
69
Companies
428
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$731
2023
$584
2022
$691
2021
$965
2020
$679
2019
$1,335
2018
$2,101
Payments by company (2024)
Novo Nordisk Inc
$147
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$123
PFIZER INC.
$79
ABBVIE INC.
$75
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$50
Amgen Inc.
$45
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$42
IRONSHORE PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$41
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$36
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$33
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$21
Ardelyx, Inc.
$20
Abbott Laboratories
$20
Top 3 companies account for 47.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,020
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$663
PFIZER INC.
$522
Amgen Inc.
$475
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$360
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$319
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$228
ABBVIE INC.
$167
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$156
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$145
AbbVie Inc.
$138
AbbVie, Inc.
$136
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$130
Duchesnay USA Incorporated
$125
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$117
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$111
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$111
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$108
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$105
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$102
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$94
Lilly USA, LLC
$89
Allergan Inc.
$87
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$87
Abbott Laboratories
$82
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$78
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$73
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$70
Allergan, Inc.
$66
Eisai Inc.
$65
Egalet US Inc
$58
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$53
Zyla Life Sciences
$51
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$47
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$46
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$43
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$42
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$42
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$41
IRONSHORE PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$41
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$36
Horizon Pharma plc
$35
UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES LLC
$34
Corium, LLC
$33
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$33
Lupin Inc.
$31
Dexcom, Inc.
$30
Shire North American Group Inc
$29
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$28
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$24
Ardelyx, Inc.
$20
Hologic Sales and Service, LLC
$19
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$18
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$18
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$17
Biogen, Inc.
$17
Tolmar, Inc.
$16
Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$15
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals
$14
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$14
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$14
Tris Pharma Inc
$13
DEXCOM, INC.
$13
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$12
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$12
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$12
Hologic, LLC
$11
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$11
Top 3 companies account for 31.1% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. 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 →
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians in nearby ZIP areas
188
County median income
$50,747
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT THE MEDICAL CENTER
4.4 mi
4.4 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | 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. Vaughn is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in GA), with 20 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. Vaughn experienced with remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Vaughn performed 7,142 remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Vaughn receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Vaughn received a total of $7,086 from 69 companies across 428 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. 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. Vaughn's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Macon?
Dr. Vaughn's average Medicare payment per service is $41. 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. Vaughn) 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 the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. 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 →
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This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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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