Cardiologists
SOC Code: 29-1212 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in interventional procedures (e.g., balloon angioplasty and stent placement), echocardiography, or electrophysiology.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Cardiologists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $122,200 | $360,526 | $598,853 | $837,179 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $141,149 | $330,200 | $519,272 | $708,323 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $138,694 | $326,914 | $515,112 | $703,331 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $135,824 | $321,672 | $507,520 | $693,368 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $134,722 | $320,362 | $506,002 | $691,642 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $149,968 | $299,374 | $448,802 | $598,208 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $137,966 | $289,474 | $441,002 | $592,509 |
| Modesto, CA | $103,667 | $265,866 | $428,043 | $590,242 |
| Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area | $113,880 | $272,064 | $430,269 | $588,453 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $159,848 | $297,024 | $434,221 | $571,397 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| MAYO CLINIC | 22 | $626,297 |
| CLEVELAND CLINIC | 15 | $409,167 |
| The University of Kansas Physicians | 15 | $405,114 |
| West Virginia University Medical Corporation | 15 | $439,690 |
| Hartford HealthCare Medical Group, Inc. | 12 | $406,417 |
| Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation | 12 | $647,223 |
| University Hospitals Medical Group, Inc. | 11 | $468,832 |
| Medical University of South Carolina and Affiliates | 10 | $492,961 |
| UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists, Inc | 10 | $257,812 |
| Marshfield Clinic | 10 | $575,049 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 40 | $463,219 |
| 2023 | 213 | $429,863 |
| 2024 | 391 | $431,646 |
| 2025 | 490 | $5,465,933 |
| 2026 | 53 | $428,696 |
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