Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Renee Freedman, M.D.
Optician · Boca Raton, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
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. Freedman
Dr. Renee Freedman is an optician specialist in Boca Raton, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Freedman performed 25,877 Medicare services across 14,535 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Freedman received a total of $9,105 from 48 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 419 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Freedman 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 3% volume in FL
$9,105 industry payments
Florida License Status
FL DOH · MQA1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
| Profession | License # | Status | Expires | Board Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Doctor | 89450 | Clear | January 31, 2028 | — |
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance.
License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
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Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗25,877
Medicare services
Top 3% in FL for optician
14,535
Unique beneficiaries
$20
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~1,362 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,485 | $6 | $7 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
1,388 | $16 | $40 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
1,385 | $9 | $20 |
| 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. |
1,378 | $17 | $25 |
| 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. |
1,309 | $96 | $134 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
1,293 | $10 | $30 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
1,070 | $10 | $25 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
1,023 | $13 | $35 |
| 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. |
1,005 | $10 | $30 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
842 | $5 | $15 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
819 | $3 | $6 |
| 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. |
814 | $6 | $10 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
710 | $16 | $35 |
| Urine total protein level A laboratory test that measures the total amount of protein present in a urine sample. |
703 | $4 | $5 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
698 | $14 | $30 |
| Thyroglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
694 | $16 | $35 |
| Complete blood count (CBC), automated An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. |
690 | $6 | $25 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
667 | $15 | $30 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
572 | $29 | $50 |
| 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. |
555 | $8 | $25 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
479 | $6 | $15 |
| Total cortisol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of cortisol hormone in your body. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
411 | $16 | $45 |
| Thyroxine binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of thyroxine binding globulin, a protein related to thyroid function. |
364 | $14 | $25 |
| 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. |
362 | $26 | $37 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
361 | $14 | $30 |
| Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) level test A blood test that measures the amount of adrenocorticotropic hormone in your body. |
307 | $38 | $60 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
303 | $40 | $65 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
301 | $4 | $10 |
| High-sensitivity C-reactive protein test A blood test that measures high-sensitivity C-reactive protein to detect infection or inflammation. |
284 | $13 | $25 |
| C-peptide level test A blood test that measures the amount of C-peptide, a protein produced along with insulin, to help evaluate insulin production and diabetes management. |
256 | $20 | $35 |
| 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. |
247 | $64 | $83 |
| 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. |
189 | $140 | $191 |
| Somatomedin (growth factor) level test A blood test to measure the level of somatomedin, also known as a growth factor, in the body. |
181 | $21 | $35 |
| Human growth hormone level test A blood test to measure the amount of human growth hormone in the body. |
180 | $16 | $30 |
| Chemiluminescent analysis A laboratory test that uses a chemical reaction producing light to measure specific substances in a sample. |
179 | $14 | $35 |
| 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. |
177 | $78 | $117 |
| Lipoprotein (a) level | 150 | $14 | $25 |
| 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. |
143 | $66 | $96 |
| Calcitonin (hormone) level | 134 | $26 | $50 |
| Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level A blood test to measure the level of follicle stimulating hormone, a reproductive hormone. |
127 | $18 | $45 |
| Luteinizing hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of luteinizing hormone, a reproductive hormone. This test helps evaluate hormonal balance and reproductive function. |
125 | $18 | $45 |
| Prolactin level test A blood test that measures the amount of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates milk production, in the body. |
121 | $19 | $45 |
| Insulin level test A blood test that measures the total amount of insulin in your body. |
114 | $11 | $20 |
| 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. |
80 | $138 | $187 |
| Osteocalcin level test A blood test that measures the level of osteocalcin, a protein produced by bone-forming cells. This test helps assess bone formation activity. |
77 | $29 | $45 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
73 | $13 | $25 |
| 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. |
72 | $9 | $15 |
| Iron level test | 65 | $6 | $15 |
| DHEA-S hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S), a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
61 | $22 | $35 |
| Thyroid stimulating immune globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating immune globulins, which are proteins related to thyroid function. |
60 | $50 | $51 |
| Glycated protein level test A blood test that measures the level of glycated protein to assess average blood sugar control over time. |
52 | $16 | $25 |
| 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. |
49 | $38 | $40 |
| Aldosterone hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of aldosterone, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, in the body. |
48 | $40 | $65 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
47 | $4 | $10 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
45 | $25 | $50 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 44 | $157 | $239 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
43 | $8 | $15 |
| 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. |
43 | $11 | $15 |
| Free testosterone level test A blood test that measures the amount of free testosterone in your body. Free testosterone is the portion of the hormone not bound to proteins and available for use by tissues. |
42 | $25 | $45 |
| Sex hormone binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of sex hormone binding globulin, a protein that binds to sex hormones in the bloodstream. |
40 | $21 | $35 |
| Immunoglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins. |
39 | $9 | $20 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 39 | $18 | $20 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
37 | $7 | $15 |
| Collagen cross-links urine test A urine test used to evaluate bone health by measuring collagen cross-links. |
33 | $18 | $30 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring, sensor under skin This procedure involves continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin with provider-supplied equipment. |
28 | $112 | $152 |
| Homocysteine level test A blood test that measures the amount of homocysteine, an amino acid, in the body. |
25 | $18 | $30 |
| Androstenedione hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of androstenedione, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands and ovaries or testes. |
23 | $29 | $50 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
20 | $4 | $10 |
| 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. |
18 | $5 | $10 |
| Kidney function blood test panel | 17 | $9 | $15 |
| 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. |
14 | $126 | $182 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
13 | $112 | $144 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, each additional growth This procedure involves using ultrasound guidance to perform a fine needle aspiration biopsy on an additional growth during the same session. |
13 | $50 | $64 |
| Urine calcium level test A laboratory test that measures the amount of calcium present in a urine sample. This test helps evaluate calcium metabolism and kidney function. |
11 | $6 | $15 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
11 | $84 | $138 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$9,105
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,301/year across 7 years
Top 15% in FL for optician
48
Companies
419
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.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$9,105 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,350
2023
$1,545
2022
$1,128
2021
$997
2020
$842
2019
$863
2018
$1,380
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,526
Medtronic, Inc.
$989
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$800
Novo Nordisk Inc
$694
Amgen Inc.
$682
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$640
MannKind Corporation
$284
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$254
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$243
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
$229
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$189
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
$182
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals
$180
Valeritas, Inc.
$168
Radius Health, Inc.
$161
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$150
ABBVIE INC.
$141
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$133
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$112
Mannkind Corporation
$97
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$97
AbbVie Inc.
$88
LifeScan, Inc.
$85
AbbVie, Inc.
$84
Alvogen Inc
$80
Corcept Therapeutics
$71
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$69
Gemini Laboratories, LLC
$64
Abbott Laboratories
$56
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$55
Shire North American Group Inc
$53
Zealand Pharma US, Inc.
$50
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$47
Dexcom, Inc.
$39
GRT US Holding, Inc.
$38
Insulet Corporation
$37
Nevro Corp.
$28
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$28
Embecta Corp.
$27
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$25
PFIZER INC.
$20
Companion Medical, Inc.
$19
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$18
LIFESCAN, INC.
$17
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
$17
RECORDATI_RARE_DISEASES_INC.
$14
Senseonics, Incorporated
$13
Linus Health, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 36.4% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AFREZZA · Androgel · BAQSIMI · BASAGLAR · BD Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle · CORE COGNITIVE EVALUATION · Dexcom G6 Transmitter · EVENITY · Edarbi · Eversense · FARXIGA · FORTEO · FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 · FreeStyle Libre · FreeStyle Libre blood glucose Flash Monitoring System · GVOKE HYPOPEN · GVOKE PFS · HUMULIN · HUMULIN R 500 · INVOKANA · InPen · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · Kerendia · Korlym · LEQVIO · MINIMED 780G · MOUNJARO · Minimed 670G System · NATPARA (PARATHYROID HORMONE) · ONETOUCH VERIO REFLECT · OT Verio Reflect "One Touch Meter and Strips" · Omnipod · OneTouch Verio Reflect · Ozempic · PREVNAR 20 · Prolia · Qutenza · RECORLEV · RESMETIROM · REZDIFFRA · Repatha · SOLIQUA · SOLIQUA 100/33 · STEGLUJAN · STRENSIQ · SYNTHROID · Saxenda · Senza · Synthroid · TEPEZZA · TERIPARATIDE · TOUJEO · TRADJENTA · TRULICITY · TZIELD · Tirosint · Tlando · Tymlos · UBRELVY · UNITHROID · V-GO · Victoza · Wegovy · t-slim insulin pump · t:slim X2 Insulin Pump with Control-IQ
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 →
Most payments (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $35 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
559
Per 100K population
37.1
County median income
$81,115
Nearest hospital
BOCA RATON REGIONAL HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 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. Freedman is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 15% 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. Freedman experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Freedman performed 1,485 blood draw (venipuncture) 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. Freedman receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Freedman received a total of $9,105 from 48 companies across 419 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. Freedman's costs compare to other opticians in Boca Raton?
Dr. Freedman's average Medicare payment per service is $20. 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. Freedman) 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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About this page
All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): 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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