Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ghazwan Atto, M.D.
Internal Medicine · Wyandotte, MI
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Atto
Dr. Ghazwan Atto is an internal medicine specialist in Wyandotte, MI, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Atto performed 14,865 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Atto received a total of $20,635 from 88 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1593 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. Atto 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 0% volume in MI
$20,635 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗14,865
Medicare services
Top 0% in MI for internal medicine
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$46
Avg. Medicare payment
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allergy skin test A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens. |
2,720 | $3 | $10 |
| 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. |
1,448 | $66 | $106 |
| 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. |
1,437 | $82 | $151 |
| 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. |
954 | $95 | $174 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
924 | $7 | $8 |
| 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. |
808 | $64 | $124 |
| 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. |
447 | $8 | $15 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
427 | $10 | $29 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
334 | $41 | $72 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
326 | $1 | $11 |
| 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. |
311 | $10 | $34 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
289 | $129 | $180 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
267 | $138 | $324 |
| 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. |
228 | $43 | $71 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
220 | $31 | $38 |
| Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems An evaluation to identify and understand emotional or behavioral issues. This process involves reviewing symptoms and behaviors to determine the nature of the concerns. |
217 | $3 | $10 |
| Annual depression screening | 189 | $18 | $31 |
| 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. |
183 | $72 | $90 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
164 | $0 | $12 |
| Hospital discharge management, 30+ min This service covers the care provided by a physician or qualified healthcare professional on the day a patient is discharged from the hospital. It requires more than 30 minutes of total time spent on the day of discharge. |
147 | $92 | $197 |
| 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. |
138 | $2 | $9 |
| Nursing facility visit, low complexity A daily follow-up visit for an existing patient in a nursing facility involving straightforward medical decision making. The visit requires at least 15 minutes of time if time is used to determine the level of care. |
138 | $54 | $119 |
| 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. |
132 | $214 | $420 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
124 | $1 | $6 |
| Chronic care management, first 30 minutes This service covers the initial 30 minutes of care coordination for patients with two or more chronic conditions. It is provided personally by a healthcare professional each calendar month. |
120 | $64 | $115 |
| 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. |
117 | $103 | $222 |
| Obesity behavioral counseling, 15 minutes A 15-minute face-to-face session focused on behavioral counseling to help manage obesity. |
115 | $26 | $54 |
| 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. |
110 | $41 | $60 |
| 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. |
108 | $25 | $65 |
| 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. |
100 | $41 | $150 |
| Respiratory virus detection test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza viruses. |
89 | $48 | $65 |
| Home visit, established patient, moderate complexity A home visit for an established patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 40 minutes of time if time is used to determine the level of service. |
85 | $85 | $233 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 40 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of up to 40 mg. |
79 | $3 | $5 |
| 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. |
76 | $80 | $150 |
| Chronic care management services Comprehensive assessment and care planning for patients requiring ongoing chronic care management. |
76 | $44 | $85 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
72 | $16 | $24 |
| 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. |
63 | $10 | $44 |
| Nursing facility visit, moderate complexity A follow-up visit by a healthcare provider at a nursing facility for an established patient. The visit involves moderate medical decision making and takes at least 30 minutes. |
61 | $75 | $160 |
| 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. |
58 | $282 | $352 |
| Home visit, established patient, low complexity A physician visits an existing patient at their residence to provide care involving a low level of medical decision making. The visit lasts at least 30 minutes. |
58 | $52 | $155 |
| 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. |
58 | $155 | $300 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
57 | $13 | $42 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
57 | $31 | $39 |
| Smoking cessation counseling, 4-10 minutes A brief counseling session focused on helping patients quit smoking and tobacco use. The provider spends 4 to 10 minutes discussing strategies and support for cessation. |
53 | $15 | $27 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
51 | $43 | $174 |
| 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. |
49 | $120 | $238 |
| 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. |
45 | $65 | $132 |
| Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunoassay test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of respiratory syncytial virus in a sample. The results are determined through direct visual observation of the test reaction. |
44 | $13 | $18 |
| Initial nursing facility care, high complexity An initial visit by a healthcare provider to a patient in a nursing facility involving a high level of medical decision making, lasting at least 45 minutes. |
41 | $136 | $313 |
| 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. |
41 | $50 | $85 |
| Recombinant quadrivalent influenza vaccine A flu shot that protects against four strains of influenza virus. It is produced using recombinant DNA technology rather than growing the virus in eggs. |
38 | $71 | $90 |
| Chronic care management, additional 30 minutes This service covers an extra 30 minutes of care management provided by a healthcare professional for patients with two or more chronic conditions. It is billed per calendar month in addition to the standard chronic care management time. |
32 | $48 | $85 |
| Home visit, new patient, moderate complexity A home visit for a new patient involving moderate medical decision making, lasting at least 60 minutes. |
31 | $97 | $330 |
| 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. |
28 | $26 | $63 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring with interpretation This procedure involves monitoring blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin, along with the interpretation and reporting of the results. |
26 | $28 | $110 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
22 | $26 | $69 |
| 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. |
21 | $38 | $65 |
| SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, 30 mcg/0.3 mL Administration of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) vaccine containing 30 micrograms of antigen in a 0.3 milliliter dose. |
19 | $42 | $50 |
| Ear wax removal by washing This procedure involves the removal of impacted ear wax using a washing technique. |
19 | $9 | $28 |
| Inhalation treatment for airway obstruction or sputum production A treatment involving the inhalation of medication to help clear airway obstructions or reduce sputum production. |
19 | $6 | $29 |
| SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, 30 mcg/0.3 mL A vaccine injection to protect against the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The dose contains 30 micrograms of antigen in a 0.3 milliliter volume. |
18 | $0 | $0 |
| X-ray of hand, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
17 | $24 | $57 |
| 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. |
16 | $31 | $94 |
| 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. |
15 | $26 | $95 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
15 | $4 | $23 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
13 | $33 | $70 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
13 | $16 | $25 |
| Basic blood chemical test (calcium, ionized) A blood test that measures basic chemical levels, specifically including calcium and ionized calcium. |
12 | $13 | $18 |
| Red blood cell concentration measurement A laboratory test that measures the concentration of red blood cells in the blood. |
12 | $2 | $12 |
| Spirometry test before and after medication A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed of your breathing before and after taking a medication. |
12 | $30 | $120 |
| Pulmonary gas exchange test A test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases. |
12 | $45 | $78 |
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 ↗$20,635
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,948/year across 7 years
Top 5% in MI for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
88
Companies
1,593
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
$2,674
2023
$3,541
2022
$3,010
2021
$3,430
2020
$2,121
2019
$2,844
2018
$3,015
Payments by company (2024)
Novo Nordisk Inc
$289
ABBVIE INC.
$266
PFIZER INC.
$225
Lilly USA, LLC
$198
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$167
Amgen Inc.
$166
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$147
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$145
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$142
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$136
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$92
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$77
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$54
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$48
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$47
Boston Scientific Corporation
$41
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$38
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$34
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$33
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
$31
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$30
Dexcom, Inc.
$30
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$29
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$28
Corcept Therapeutics
$28
GENZYME CORPORATION
$20
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$20
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$19
Exact Sciences Corporation
$19
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
Abbott Laboratories
$15
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
CeQur Corporation
$14
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 29.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,648
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,509
Amgen Inc.
$1,296
PFIZER INC.
$1,265
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,222
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$1,083
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$903
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$877
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$670
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$652
AbbVie Inc.
$634
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$524
ABBVIE INC.
$473
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$464
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$425
Merz North America, Inc.
$418
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$411
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$392
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$371
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$365
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$296
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$243
Allergan Inc.
$237
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$235
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$231
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$227
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$204
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$200
Corcept Therapeutics
$184
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$162
Allergan, Inc.
$156
Corium, LLC
$153
UCB, Inc.
$147
Biogen, Inc.
$128
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$121
Radius Health, Inc.
$109
Eisai Inc.
$107
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$97
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$92
Insulet Corporation
$91
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$91
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$85
AbbVie, Inc.
$83
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
$71
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$69
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$62
Genentech USA, Inc.
$60
Circassia Pharmaceuticals Inc
$55
Boston Scientific Corporation
$54
Dexcom, Inc.
$54
Grifols USA, LLC
$51
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$49
Inari Medical, Inc.
$42
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$41
Scilex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$41
Abbott Laboratories
$39
Lundbeck LLC
$39
NESTLE HEALTHCARE NUTRITION INC.
$38
EISAI INC.
$36
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$35
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$35
Impulse Dynamics (USA) Inc.
$28
Mannkind Corporation
$28
Jazz Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$26
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$24
MannKind Corporation
$23
GENZYME CORPORATION
$20
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$20
Exact Sciences Corporation
$19
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
CMP Pharma, Inc.
$19
Upsher-Smith Laboratories LLC
$19
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$18
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$18
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$18
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$17
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$16
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$16
SANOFI PASTEUR INC.
$15
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
CeQur Corporation
$14
ABIOMED
$13
Purdue Pharma L.P.
$13
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$13
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
Seqirus USA Inc
$13
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$12
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$11
Top 3 companies account for 21.6% 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
2,593
County median income
$59,521
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
WYANDOTTE HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
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0.0 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. Atto is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in MI), 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. Atto experienced with allergy skin test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Atto performed 2,720 allergy skin test 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. Atto receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Atto received a total of $20,635 from 88 companies across 1,593 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. Atto's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Wyandotte?
Dr. Atto's average Medicare payment per service is $46. 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. Atto) 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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