Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ako Bradford, MD
Internal Medicine · Amarillo, TX
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. Bradford
Dr. Ako Bradford is an internal medicine specialist in Amarillo, TX, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Bradford performed 5,898 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Bradford received a total of $4,679 from 38 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 289 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. Bradford 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 6% volume in TX
$4,679 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗5,898
Medicare services
Top 6% in TX for internal medicine
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$31
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
589 | $8 | $14 |
| 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. |
584 | $45 | $70 |
| 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. |
425 | $83 | $255 |
| 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. |
306 | $8 | $28 |
| Direct bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the amount of direct bilirubin in your body. Direct bilirubin is the form of the waste product processed by the liver. |
268 | $5 | $22 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
265 | $10 | $55 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
264 | $3 | $18 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
248 | $124 | $181 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
186 | $7 | $20 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
186 | $16 | $65 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
185 | $9 | $45 |
| 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. |
177 | $120 | $274 |
| 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. |
154 | $57 | $151 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
152 | $1 | $25 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
140 | $8 | $40 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
120 | $10 | $38 |
| LDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. LDL is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. |
115 | $10 | $30 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
102 | $13 | $65 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
99 | $0 | $16 |
| 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. |
92 | $0 | $25 |
| 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. |
80 | $9 | $50 |
| Urine microalbumin test A laboratory test that measures the amount of a specific protein called microalbumin in a urine sample. This analysis helps assess kidney function. |
76 | $6 | $15 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
75 | $24 | $25 |
| 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. |
69 | $32 | $60 |
| 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. |
61 | $6 | $20 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
60 | $5 | $15 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
58 | $19 | $80 |
| 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. |
46 | $72 | $100 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
43 | $14 | $56 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
42 | $16 | $76 |
| Glutamyltransferase (GGT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme glutamyltransferase (GGT) to help evaluate liver health. |
41 | $7 | $35 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
40 | $29 | $79 |
| 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. |
38 | $16 | $91 |
| Urine total protein level A laboratory test that measures the total amount of protein present in a urine sample. |
36 | $4 | $42 |
| Creatinine clearance test A test that measures how well the kidneys are filtering waste from the blood. It helps assess overall kidney function. |
35 | $9 | $91 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
28 | $13 | $53 |
| Iron level test | 28 | $6 | $28 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 27 | $18 | $80 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the abdomen using two different angles to visualize internal structures. |
26 | $19 | $45 |
| COVID-19 vaccine administration Administration of a single dose of the coronavirus vaccine. |
26 | $39 | $60 |
| COVID-19 vaccine (Moderna bivalent) An intramuscular injection of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccine containing 50 micrograms in a 0.5 mL dose. |
26 | $143 | $182 |
| 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. |
22 | $9 | $25 |
| 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. |
20 | $17 | $67 |
| 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. |
20 | $70 | $119 |
| 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. |
18 | $36 | $200 |
| 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. |
18 | $158 | $284 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
17 | $29 | $30 |
| 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. |
16 | $55 | $140 |
| 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. |
16 | $5 | $20 |
| 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. |
15 | $19 | $75 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen. |
15 | $52 | $138 |
| 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. |
15 | $11 | $57 |
| Initial preventive physical examination, new Medicare beneficiary A comprehensive preventive health visit for new Medicare beneficiaries during their first 12 months of enrollment. The service is conducted as a face-to-face visit and is limited to preventive care. |
14 | $158 | $269 |
| 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. |
13 | $283 | $450 |
| Lung volume test using sensors A test that measures the amount of air in the lungs using sensors. |
13 | $32 | $70 |
| Pulmonary gas exchange test A test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases. |
13 | $36 | $96 |
| 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. |
12 | $23 | $50 |
| 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 | $20 | $142 |
| Blood glucose tolerance test, 3 specimens A test that measures blood sugar levels at three different times to check how the body processes glucose. |
11 | $13 | $60 |
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 ↗$4,679
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $668/year across 7 years
Top 17% in TX for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
38
Companies
289
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
$343
2023
$444
2022
$812
2021
$754
2020
$845
2019
$609
2018
$872
Payments by company (2024)
Novo Nordisk Inc
$87
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$69
Lilly USA, LLC
$63
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$62
Amgen Inc.
$34
MITSUBISHI TANABE PHARMA AMERICA, INC.
$14
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 63.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,013
Amgen Inc.
$529
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$441
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$419
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$366
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$265
Lilly USA, LLC
$223
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$223
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$146
PFIZER INC.
$130
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$129
AbbVie Inc.
$96
Echosens North America, Inc.
$79
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$69
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$57
Eisai Inc.
$55
EISAI INC.
$39
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$36
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$35
ABBVIE INC.
$29
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$28
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$23
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$18
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc.
$17
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$16
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$15
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Lundbeck LLC
$15
Assertio Therapeutics, Inc.
$14
MITSUBISHI TANABE PHARMA AMERICA, INC.
$14
Zyla Life Sciences
$14
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$13
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$12
Allergan, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 42.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians in nearby ZIP areas
104
County median income
$50,448
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
NORTHWEST TEXAS HOSPITAL
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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. Bradford is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in TX), 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. Bradford experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Bradford performed 589 blood draw (venipuncture) 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. Bradford receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Bradford received a total of $4,679 from 38 companies across 289 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. Bradford's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Amarillo?
Dr. Bradford'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. Bradford) 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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