Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Scott Wisotsky, M.D.
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Clearwater, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Consulting-driven
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. Wisotsky
Dr. Scott Wisotsky is an orthopaedic hand surgery physician in Clearwater, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Wisotsky performed 6,812 Medicare services across 3,327 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Wisotsky received a total of $26,649 from 35 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 151 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopaedic hand surgery 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. Wisotsky 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 9% volume in FL
$26,649 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 | 95108 | 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 ↗6,812
Medicare services
Top 9% in FL for orthopaedic hand surgery physician
3,327
Unique beneficiaries
$71
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~359 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collagenase injection, 0.01 mg An injection of collagenase enzyme to break down collagen tissue. The dose specified is 0.01 milligrams. |
2,340 | $52 | $295 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 735 | $6 | $40 |
| 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. |
703 | $90 | $640 |
| 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. |
604 | $25 | $182 |
| 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. |
555 | $65 | $460 |
| 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. |
309 | $81 | $616 |
| X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
191 | $27 | $198 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
182 | $40 | $329 |
| 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. |
129 | $107 | $850 |
| Complete ultrasound scan of joint An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create detailed images of a joint. This procedure allows for the visualization of the joint's internal structures. |
105 | $40 | $276 |
| Wrist X-ray, minimum 3 views An imaging test using X-rays to capture at least three different angles of the wrist bones and joints. |
91 | $30 | $212 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
77 | $42 | $347 |
| Imaging guidance for procedure, 60 minutes or less Use of imaging technology to guide a medical procedure. This service lasts 60 minutes or less. |
72 | $13 | $160 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
71 | $46 | $375 |
| Anchoring of biceps tendon | 64 | $301 | $3,930 |
| Total shoulder joint prosthetic repair Surgical replacement of the shoulder joint with a prosthetic device. This procedure involves removing damaged joint components and inserting artificial parts to restore function. |
61 | $1,171 | $7,730 |
| 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. |
61 | $74 | $570 |
| Elbow X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the elbow joint that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
53 | $24 | $170 |
| Hand nerve release or relocation A surgical procedure to release or reposition a nerve in the hand. |
49 | $322 | $2,250 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder debridement A minimally invasive procedure to remove damaged or excess tissue from the shoulder joint using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
31 | $98 | $3,310 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder surgery for bone shaving and ligament repair A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to shave part of the shoulder bone and repair a ligament. |
31 | $136 | $1,400 |
| Incision of finger tendon sheath A surgical procedure to cut open the protective covering of a finger tendon. |
30 | $150 | $1,590 |
| Shoulder joint lining removal using endoscope This procedure involves removing the entire lining of the shoulder joint using an endoscope, a small camera inserted into the joint. |
30 | $174 | $3,120 |
| X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views An X-ray imaging test of a finger using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
30 | $29 | $196 |
| Finger manipulation for connective tissue release A procedure involving the manipulation of a finger to release connective tissue after an enzyme injection has been administered. |
26 | $80 | $550 |
| 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. |
25 | $150 | $1,130 |
| Medication injection into palm A procedure involving the injection of medication into the palm of the hand. |
24 | $63 | $450 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
23 | $33 | $291 |
| Tendon relocation of forearm or wrist A surgical procedure to reposition a tendon in the forearm or wrist to restore proper function or alignment. |
23 | $262 | $3,250 |
| Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair A minimally invasive surgery to repair torn shoulder tendons using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
22 | $827 | $5,680 |
| Injection of carpal tunnel | 15 | $72 | $559 |
| Wrist to finger joint removal Surgical removal of the bones forming the joints between the wrist and the fingers. |
13 | $672 | $4,350 |
| Office visit, established patient (10-19 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
13 | $44 | $290 |
| Tendon transfer to back of hand A surgical procedure where a tendon is moved to a new location on the back of the hand to restore function. |
12 | $313 | $4,060 |
| Partial collarbone removal via endoscope This procedure involves the surgical removal of a portion of the collarbone (clavicle) using an endoscope, a small camera inserted through a tiny incision to guide the surgeon. |
12 | $218 | $3,550 |
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.
0.5% high complexity
58.4% medium
41.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$26,649
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,807/year across 7 years
Top 12% in FL for orthopaedic hand surgery physician
35
Companies
151
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
$20,253 (76.0%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$4,776 (17.9%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$1,619 (6.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,899
2023
$808
2022
$637
2021
$2,182
2020
$6,953
2019
$9,503
2018
$3,667
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$20,253
Arthrex, Inc.
$1,619
Stryker Corporation
$1,190
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$1,095
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$499
ENCORE MEDICAL, LP
$240
Coastal Medical Technologies Llc
$211
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$176
MVP Orthopedics Inc
$122
Amgen Inc.
$106
Electronic Waveform Lab, Inc.
$104
Lilly USA, LLC
$100
Horizon Pharma plc
$87
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$80
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$74
Bioventus LLC
$64
ERMI Inc.
$54
AXOGEN
$48
Egalet US Inc
$45
Endo USA, Inc.
$44
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$44
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$43
FX Shoulder Solutions, Inc
$43
ACUMED LLC
$40
Sonex Health, Inc.
$37
Anika Therapeutics, Inc.
$30
Arthrosurface Incorporated
$30
Dynasplint Systems Inc.
$28
Coastal Medical Technologies LLC
$27
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$26
Linvatec Corporation
$23
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$20
Vericel Corporation
$18
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$17
Zyla Life Sciences
$12
Top 3 companies account for 86.5% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACUMED · AEQUALIS FLEX REVIVE · AEQUALIS PERFORM REVERSED · AXSOS · Avance Nerve Graft · BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION · Bioinductive Implant with Arthroscopic Delivery System - Medium · COMPREHENSIVE · CRYSVITA · Comp Primary Revision Stem · Comprehensive Anatomic · Comprehensive Micro Stem · Comprehensive Shoulder System · DELTA · DJO SURGICAL · DJO Surgical AltiVate Reverse · DJO Surgical Foundation Hip System · DJO Surgical Foundation Knee · DUEXIS · Dynasplint · EVENITY · EXPAREL · Exogen · FREEDOM WRIST · GELSYN-3 · GLOBAL · HEALIX · HemiCAP Patella-Femoral · HemiCAP Shoulder · INnate Implant · Integrity · LINVATEC SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY · MACI · MAKO · NO_PRODUCT · ORTHOVISC · PENNSAID · Physio-Stim · Physio-Stim Osteogenesis Stimulator · REUNION · SPRIX · SX-ONE MICROKNIFE · Sidus Stem-Free Shoulder · TFN ADVANCED · TRIATHLON · TRUESPAN ORTHOCORD · ULTRAGUIDECTR · XIAFLEX · mymobility Platform
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 (76%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers.
Equivalent to $391 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Orthopaedic hand surgery physicians within 10 mi
12
Per 100K population
1.2
County median income
$70,293
Nearest hospital
MORTON PLANT 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. Wisotsky is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 9% in FL), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 12% 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. Wisotsky experienced with collagenase injection, 0.01 mg?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Wisotsky performed 2,340 collagenase injection, 0.01 mg 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. Wisotsky receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Wisotsky received a total of $26,649 from 35 companies across 151 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. Wisotsky's costs compare to other orthopaedic hand surgery physicians in Clearwater?
Dr. Wisotsky's average Medicare payment per service is $71. 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. Wisotsky) 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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