Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Gerald Niedzwiecki, MD
Radiation Oncology · Clearwater, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Mixed engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Niedzwiecki
Dr. Gerald Niedzwiecki is a radiation oncology specialist in Clearwater, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Niedzwiecki performed 1,736 Medicare services across 1,115 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Niedzwiecki received a total of $37,707 from 45 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 231 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. 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. Niedzwiecki 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
▲ 1,736 Medicare services
$37,707 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 | 70649 | 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 ↗1,736
Medicare services
Bottom 35% in FL for radiation oncology
Lower Medicare volume may reflect subspecialty focus, hospital-based work, or a higher share of non-Medicare patients.
1,115
Unique beneficiaries
$165
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~91 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
380 | $94 | $327 |
| Betamethasone steroid injection An injection containing a combination of betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. |
226 | $5 | $55 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
144 | $112 | $452 |
| Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration A procedure to remove a small sample of bone marrow and liquid for laboratory testing. The sample is analyzed to help diagnose various medical conditions. |
103 | $134 | $513 |
| 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. |
99 | $79 | $327 |
| Contrast dye for imaging, lower concentration | 82 | $0 | $4 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
57 | $140 | $575 |
| 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. |
57 | $0 | $69 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
51 | $31 | $101 |
| 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. |
49 | $237 | $679 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
49 | $78 | $266 |
| Central venous port insertion A surgical procedure to place a small reservoir under the skin for long-term access to the bloodstream. The device is connected to a vein to allow for repeated medication administration or blood draws. |
42 | $779 | $3,222 |
| Spine facet joint injection with imaging guidance, single level An injection is administered into a single facet joint of the lower or sacral spine while using imaging guidance to ensure accurate placement. |
41 | $173 | $519 |
| Radiofrequency vein destruction, first vein A procedure to treat the first incompetent vein in the arm or leg using radiofrequency energy and imaging guidance. |
40 | $845 | $4,254 |
| Facet joint injection, second level, with imaging guidance An injection into a lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance for the second level treated. |
37 | $99 | $265 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
31 | $180 | $755 |
| Trigger point injection, 1-2 muscles A procedure involving the injection of medication into one or two specific muscles to treat trigger points. |
28 | $40 | $168 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
28 | $61 | $185 |
| 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. |
27 | $111 | $296 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement Use of real-time X-ray imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
27 | $91 | $294 |
| 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. |
26 | $139 | $482 |
| Limited or follow-up CT scan A computed tomography scan that is limited in scope or performed as a follow-up to a previous examination. |
23 | $103 | $427 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
20 | $8 | $71 |
| 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. |
16 | $4,472 | $20,242 |
| Core needle biopsy of lung or mediastinum A procedure to remove a small tissue sample from the lung or the space between the lungs using a needle inserted through the skin. |
15 | $665 | $2,927 |
| Infusion tube insertion with imaging guidance A radiologist inserts an infusion tube into the body while using imaging guidance to ensure proper placement and reviews the procedure. |
14 | $298 | $1,170 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
13 | $105 | $470 |
| Liver needle biopsy through skin A procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove a small sample of liver tissue for examination. |
11 | $218 | $913 |
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.
0.8% high complexity
54.2% medium
45.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$37,707
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $5,387/year across 7 years
Top 3% in FL for radiation oncology
45
Companies
231
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
$12,394 (32.9%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$11,009 (29.2%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$9,582 (25.4%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$4,722 (12.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,452
2023
$597
2022
$7,941
2021
$7,267
2020
$3,377
2019
$6,997
2018
$9,075
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$15,304
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$8,027
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$2,094
GE HEALTHCARE
$1,969
Davol Inc.
$1,725
Penumbra, Inc.
$1,322
Stryker Corporation
$805
Terumo Medical Corporation
$800
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$696
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$591
SI-BONE, INC.
$505
CMS Imaging, Inc.
$308
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$286
Abbott Laboratories
$283
ASAHI INTECC USA, INC.
$253
PAINTEQ LLC
$252
Bolton Medical Inc
$251
TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc.
$229
Boston Scientific Corporation
$228
Endologix, Inc.
$169
Perseon Corporation
$157
Endologix LLC
$150
Nevro Corp.
$143
Merit Medical Systems Inc
$140
CORDIS US CORP.
$124
Cook Medical LLC
$123
Radius Health, Inc.
$121
Intact Vascular, Inc.
$103
Biogen, Inc.
$96
ConvaTec Inc.
$63
Medtronic, Inc.
$51
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$37
Biocompatibles, Inc.
$37
SI-BONE, Inc.
$32
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$27
MicroVention, Inc.
$27
Ra Medical Systems, Inc.
$26
Vertical Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$24
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$23
Cardinal Health 200, LLC
$22
Trevena, Inc.
$17
Stratus Medical, LLC
$17
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$17
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$16
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 67.4% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (33%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 3% for radiation oncology in FL.
Equivalent to $2,172 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
360
Per 100K population
37.5
County median income
$70,293
Nearest hospital
MEASE COUNTRYSIDE HOSPITAL
2.8 mi
2.8 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. Niedzwiecki is a clinical cardiology specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with mixed engagement industry engagement in the top 3% 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. Niedzwiecki experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Niedzwiecki performed 380 office visit, established patient (30-39 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. Niedzwiecki receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Niedzwiecki received a total of $37,707 from 45 companies across 231 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. Niedzwiecki's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Clearwater?
Dr. Niedzwiecki's average Medicare payment per service is $165. 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. Niedzwiecki) 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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