Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ashish Sahai, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Boca Raton, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Sahai
Dr. Ashish Sahai is an orthopaedic surgery of the spine physician in Boca Raton, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sahai performed 9,271 Medicare services across 2,173 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sahai received a total of $1,006,681 from 48 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 613 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopaedic surgery of the spine physician. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Sahai is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 5% volume in FL
$1,006,681 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗9,271
Medicare services
Top 5% in FL for orthopaedic surgery of the spine physician
2,173
Unique beneficiaries
$53
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~488 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
3,933 | $19 | $298 |
| Electrical stimulation therapy Application of electrical stimulation to one or more body areas as part of a therapy plan. This procedure is used for indications other than wound care. |
882 | $7 | $124 |
| Manual therapy (hands-on treatment), per 15 min | 690 | $16 | $274 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
502 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
451 | $97 | $1,313 |
| Midazolam injection, per 1 mg Administration of midazolam hydrochloride, a sedative medication, measured in 1 mg increments. |
390 | $0 | $1 |
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
298 | $0 | $2 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
293 | $1 | $11 |
| MRI of lower spine, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine. |
136 | $102 | $1,430 |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 45 minutes | 131 | $79 | $1,021 |
| Neuromuscular re-education therapy, per 15 min A therapy procedure designed to re-educate the functional connection between the brain, nerves, and muscles. It is billed in 15-minute increments. |
115 | $24 | $339 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using at least four different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
108 | $40 | $523 |
| Lidocaine HCl injection for IV infusion, 10 mg Administration of a 10 mg dose of lidocaine hydrochloride via intravenous infusion. |
100 | $0 | $41 |
| Contrast dye for imaging, lower concentration | 100 | $0 | $2 |
| 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. |
87 | $129 | $1,721 |
| 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. |
61 | $31 | $408 |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes | 59 | $74 | $1,016 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 6 or more views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using six or more separate views to capture detailed images of the bones and structures in that area. |
58 | $49 | $637 |
| MRI of upper spine without contrast An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine. |
58 | $84 | $1,393 |
| Spine fusion with cage or mesh device insertion A surgical procedure to fuse spine bones by inserting a cage or mesh device into the disc space. |
47 | $229 | $2,947 |
| Cefazolin sodium injection, 500 mg An injection of 500 mg of cefazolin sodium, an antibiotic medication, administered into the body. |
46 | $1 | $6 |
| Injection, fentanyl citrate, 0.1 mg | 46 | $1 | $7 |
| Re-evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 45 | $55 | $707 |
| MRI of arm joint, without contrast An MRI scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the arm joint. This specific procedure is performed without the use of a contrast dye. |
43 | $114 | $1,545 |
| Anterior spinal fusion with partial disc removal, each additional disc This procedure involves fusing spine bones together through an incision in the front of the body, with partial removal of the disc, for each additional disc treated. |
40 | $279 | $3,685 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
33 | $112 | $1,578 |
| Spinal fusion of additional segment A surgical procedure to join an additional section of the spine to the existing fusion. This is performed as a separate or subsequent step to stabilize more of the spinal column. |
32 | $334 | $4,472 |
| Ultrasound-guided large joint aspiration or injection This procedure uses ultrasound imaging to guide the removal of fluid from or the injection of medication into a large joint. |
31 | $81 | $1,049 |
| X-ray of middle spine, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints. |
29 | $25 | $339 |
| Injection of anesthetic or steroid into sacroiliac joint with imaging guidance This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid medication into the joint connecting the lower spine and hip bone. Imaging guidance is used to ensure accurate placement of the injection. |
28 | $168 | $1,675 |
| Sacral spine nerve root injection with imaging guidance An injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a sacral spine nerve root. The procedure uses imaging guidance to ensure accurate placement. |
28 | $263 | $2,529 |
| 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. |
27 | $71 | $930 |
| Anterior lumbar interbody fusion with partial disc removal A surgical procedure to fuse the lower spine bones by accessing the area through the abdomen and partially removing a spinal disc. |
25 | $729 | $17,118 |
| Additional sacral spine nerve root injection with imaging An injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication into an additional sacral spine nerve root level, guided by imaging. |
25 | $120 | $1,152 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum 6 views An X-ray imaging test that captures at least six views of the lower back and sacral spine to evaluate bone structure and alignment. |
25 | $47 | $629 |
| MRI of middle spinal canal, without contrast This procedure uses magnetic resonance imaging to create detailed pictures of the middle section of the spinal canal. It is performed without the use of contrast dye. |
25 | $64 | $1,380 |
| Trigger point injection, 3 or more muscles Injection of medication into three or more specific muscle trigger points to relieve pain. |
22 | $50 | $645 |
| Fusion of spine in lower back | 22 | $1,380 | $17,796 |
| Spinal fusion with cage or mesh insertion A surgical procedure to fuse vertebrae by inserting a cage or mesh device into the disc space between the bones. |
21 | $279 | $3,815 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and structures. |
18 | $30 | $407 |
| Spinal stabilization device placement, 3-6 segments Surgical placement of a device to stabilize three to six vertebrae in the back. |
17 | $675 | $8,722 |
| MRI of pelvis, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed without the use of contrast dye. |
15 | $139 | $1,762 |
| Spinal stabilization device placement Surgical procedure to stabilize a fractured vertebra in the lower spine by inserting a supportive device. |
14 | $4,610 | $58,756 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
13 | $55 | $684 |
| Spinal fracture stabilization with imaging guidance A procedure to stabilize a broken bone in the middle spine by placing a device, using imaging guidance during the treatment. |
13 | $4,639 | $58,722 |
| Spinal fusion exploration A surgical procedure to examine the site of a previous spinal fusion. The surgeon inspects the area to assess the status of the fusion and surrounding structures. |
13 | $375 | $9,238 |
| Partial removal of spine bone to release spinal cord or nerves A surgical procedure involving the partial removal of bone from the spine. This is performed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. |
13 | $540 | $13,700 |
| Upper spine bone removal with nerve release, additional segment Surgical removal of bone from the upper spine to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. This code applies to each additional spinal segment treated beyond the first. |
13 | $208 | $3,014 |
| 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. |
13 | $26 | $355 |
| Knee X-ray, 4 or more views An imaging test using X-rays to create multiple pictures of the knee joint from different angles. |
13 | $52 | $476 |
| Anterior cervical spine fusion with disc removal Surgical procedure to fuse upper spine bones through the front of the neck, involving partial removal of the intervertebral disc. |
12 | $526 | $14,258 |
| Anterior removal of upper spine bone with nerve release, single segment This procedure involves removing a bone from the upper spine through an anterior approach to release pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. It is performed on a single spinal segment. |
12 | $1,465 | $19,966 |
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.
3.4% high complexity
23.1% medium
73.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,006,681
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $143,812/year across 7 years
Top 6% in FL for orthopaedic surgery of the spine physician
48
Companies
613
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.
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$603,816 (60.0%)
Financial / Ownership
Ownership or investment interests, royalties, and licensing fees
$326,388 (32.4%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$58,310 (5.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$18,167 (1.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$127,768
2023
$44,534
2022
$216,901
2021
$196,706
2020
$121,107
2019
$155,304
2018
$144,361
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
SPINAL ELEMENTS, INC.
$413,182
Amendia, Inc.
$150,692
MEDACTA USA, INC.
$126,197
Medacta USA, Inc.
$92,340
Baxter Healthcare
$33,695
Curiteva, Inc.
$31,354
Integrity Implants Inc. dba Accelus
$28,756
Kuros Biosciences USA, Inc
$28,634
Integrity Implants Inc.
$23,428
Life Spine, Inc.
$18,041
Osseus Fusion Systems, LLC
$14,897
Spinal Elements, Inc.
$9,874
bsn medical inc
$6,332
Abbott Laboratories
$5,140
Alevio, LLC
$5,000
Medicrea USA, Corp.
$4,584
Cerapedics, Inc.
$2,785
Medtronic, Inc.
$2,785
Cerapedics Inc.
$2,250
Camber Spine Technologies
$2,049
DJO, LLC
$674
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$665
CoreLink, LLC
$467
CURITEVA, LLC
$450
Stryker Corporation
$397
Carlsmed, Inc.
$352
The Institute of Musculoskeletal Science and Education
$250
Arthrex, Inc.
$154
AXOGEN
$142
Saluda Medical Americas, Inc.
$132
AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$124
Genesys Orthopedics Systems, L.L.C.
$113
BAXTER HEALTHCARE
$104
Augmedics Inc.
$89
Republic Spine
$83
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$77
Innovasis Inc
$69
Nexxt Spine LLC
$57
Alphatec Spine, Inc
$41
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$39
SI-BONE, Inc.
$38
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$37
Sanara MedTech Inc.
$24
NuVasive, Inc.
$21
curasan, Inc.
$19
Heron Therapeutics, Inc.
$19
Nevro Corp.
$17
TrackX Technology, Inc.
$9
Top 3 companies account for 68.5% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTIFUSE · AMISTEM · ANTERALIGN SPINAL SYSTEM WITH TITAN NANOLOCK SURFACE TECHNOLOGY · AccuFill · AxoGuard Nerve Protector · Biomet SpinalPak · CD HORIZON · CD HORIZON SPINAL SYSTEM · CMF · CMF SPINALOGIC · COLORADO · CellerateRx · Cerasorb Foam · Cervical-Stim Osteogenesis Stimulator · DIVERGENCE-L · DSUVIA · Diamond · ETERNA · EVOLVE · Evoke · FLOSEAL · FlareHawk · FlareHawk 7 ENDO · GMK · GMK SPHERE · I-FACTOR PEPTIDE ENHANCED BONE GRAFT · INTELLIS ADAPTIVESTIM · KARMA · KATANA · LEUKOMED SORBACT · LineSider · MAGNETOS · MAKO · MAZOR X SYSTEM · MECTA-C · MECTALIF · MEDICAL DEVICE · MIS · MUST · MUST MINI Set Screw · MYSPINE · Mazor X Stealth Edition · Mecta-C Cervical Cages · MectaLif · Medical Device · Medical Devices · Medicle Devices · MySpine · NewBridge · Nexxt Matrixx Offerings · OMGLIP · ORTHOVISC · Octrode SCS Leads · OmegaLIF · PA · PASS LP · PASS-LP · PIVOX Oblique Lateral Spinal System · PROCLAIM · PROLIFT · PROLIFT Lateral · ProLift Lateral · ProLift Micro · ProLift Micro Tube Access · ProLift Micro tube Access · Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs · Proclaim IPG · SafeOp · Senza · SiCure · Spine Ortho · TISSEEL · TRIATHLON · TRITANIUM · TRULIFT · TiLock · UNID_PASS · XLIF · Xvision · ZYNRELEF · aprevo · iFuse Implant
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 →
The majority of payments (60%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 6% for orthopaedic surgery of the spine physician in FL.
Equivalent to $10,858 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Orthopaedic surgery of the spine physicians within 10 mi
26
Per 100K population
1.7
County median income
$81,115
Nearest hospital
BOCA RATON REGIONAL HOSPITAL
4.1 mi
4.1 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 2024 |
| 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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Sahai is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 5% in FL), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 6% of FL peers, with 19 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Sahai experienced with physical therapy exercise, per 15 min?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sahai performed 3,933 physical therapy exercise, per 15 min 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. Sahai receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sahai received a total of $1,006,681 from 48 companies across 613 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. Sahai's costs compare to other orthopaedic surgery of the spine physicians in Boca Raton?
Dr. Sahai's average Medicare payment per service is $53. 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. Sahai) 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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