Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Philippe Saxe, M.D.
Rheumatology · Delray Beach, 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.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Saxe from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Saxe
Dr. Philippe Saxe is a rheumatology specialist in Delray Beach, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Saxe performed 108,787 Medicare services across 9,659 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Saxe received a total of $18,044 from 54 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 837 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in rheumatology. 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. Saxe 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 23% volume in FL
$18,044 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 | 51332 | Clear | January 31, 2027 | — |
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 ↗108,787
Medicare services
Top 23% in FL for rheumatology
9,659
Unique beneficiaries
$11
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~5,726 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certolizumab injection (Cimzia) An injection of certolizumab pegol administered under the direct supervision of a physician. |
32,505 | $4 | $12 |
| Tocilizumab injection (Actemra) | 19,240 | $5 | $7 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 18,180 | $18 | $25 |
| Romosozumab injection (Evenity) for osteoporosis | 14,175 | $8 | $12 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
3,807 | $1 | $10 |
| Infliximab infusion (Remicade) An injection of infliximab, excluding biosimilar versions, administered in a 10 mg dose. |
3,410 | $27 | $100 |
| 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. |
1,401 | $96 | $150 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
886 | $8 | $9 |
| Hymovis intra-articular injection An injection of Hymovis, a hyaluronan derivative, administered directly into a joint space. |
792 | $13 | $35 |
| Hyaluronan joint injection, 1 mg An injection of hyaluronan or a derivative into a joint space to supplement joint fluid. |
780 | $12 | $25 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
727 | $59 | $100 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
726 | $5 | $8 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
697 | $4 | $12 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
696 | $5 | $12 |
| 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. |
693 | $8 | $31 |
| Alkaline phosphatase level test A blood test that measures the level of alkaline phosphatase, an enzyme found in the liver and bones. |
668 | $5 | $15 |
| Liver enzyme (SGOT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGOT to help assess liver health. |
667 | $5 | $15 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
667 | $5 | $15 |
| Total bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the total amount of bilirubin, a waste product from the breakdown of red blood cells, in your body. |
665 | $5 | $12 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
659 | $5 | $8 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
513 | $5 | $12 |
| 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. |
509 | $4 | $12 |
| 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. |
484 | $4 | $8 |
| Blood potassium level test A blood test that measures the amount of potassium in your body. Potassium is an electrolyte that helps control heart and muscle function. |
476 | $5 | $8 |
| Blood sodium level test A laboratory test that measures the amount of sodium in your blood. Sodium is an electrolyte that helps regulate fluid balance and nerve function. |
474 | $5 | $12 |
| Methotrexate sodium, 5 mg | 391 | $0 | $5 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
307 | $47 | $135 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
294 | $18 | $30 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
276 | $29 | $55 |
| Tendon injection at attachment site A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon where it attaches to bone or muscle. |
176 | $25 | $90 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
169 | $108 | $250 |
| 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. |
157 | $39 | $125 |
| Immunoassay substance analysis, multiple step method A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to analyze a substance. The process involves multiple steps to detect or measure the target material. |
156 | $11 | $20 |
| Lower back and sciatic nerve injection An injection of an anesthetic and/or steroid medication into the lower back and sciatic nerve. This procedure delivers medication directly to the nerve site. |
152 | $178 | $272 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
135 | $35 | $93 |
| Suprascapular nerve injection An injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication into the suprascapular nerve in the shoulder area. |
115 | $82 | $236 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
113 | $4 | $12 |
| 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. |
106 | $69 | $100 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
98 | $12 | $25 |
| 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. |
96 | $30 | $50 |
| Zoledronic acid injection, 1 mg An injection of zoledronic acid administered at a dose of 1 mg. |
95 | $7 | $80 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
94 | $41 | $91 |
| Cardiolipin antibody (tissue antibody) measurement | 90 | $25 | $40 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
89 | $13 | $25 |
| 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. |
86 | $139 | $200 |
| 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. |
83 | $119 | $225 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 78 | $6 | $25 |
| Trigger point injection, 3 or more muscles Injection of medication into three or more specific muscle trigger points to relieve pain. |
71 | $26 | $85 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
67 | $23 | $75 |
| Knee X-ray, 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures. |
66 | $33 | $55 |
| Trigger point injection, 1-2 muscles A procedure involving the injection of medication into one or two specific muscles to treat trigger points. |
59 | $22 | $80 |
| Injection of anesthetic or steroid into upper neck and back of head nerve An injection of an anesthetic agent and/or steroid into a nerve located in the upper neck and back of the head. |
51 | $61 | $204 |
| 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. |
50 | $29 | $50 |
| Hip X-ray, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
47 | $37 | $60 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
46 | $37 | $96 |
| DNA antibody test (native or double-stranded) A blood test that measures the level of antibodies targeting native or double-stranded DNA. This test is used to detect the presence of these specific antibodies in the body. |
42 | $13 | $30 |
| Measurement of dna antibody, single stranded | 42 | $12 | $20 |
| 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. |
39 | $32 | $65 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
39 | $12 | $30 |
| Complement function test A blood test that measures the activity of complement proteins, which are part of the immune system. |
39 | $12 | $30 |
| Foot X-ray, 3+ views An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints. |
30 | $27 | $50 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
29 | $16 | $40 |
| X-ray of both hips, 3-4 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 3 to 4 views of both hip joints to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
24 | $39 | $75 |
| 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. |
24 | $6 | $12 |
| 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. |
21 | $32 | $60 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
20 | $51 | $115 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
19 | $25 | $45 |
| Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into rib nerve | 16 | $69 | $230 |
| Rib nerve block injection An injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication into multiple rib nerves to block pain signals in the chest wall. |
16 | $28 | $340 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 16 | $173 | $285 |
| X-ray of middle spine, 3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures three different views of the middle section of the spine to evaluate its structure. |
14 | $33 | $65 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
13 | $3 | $6 |
| Elbow X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the elbow joint using two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
12 | $22 | $45 |
| 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. |
11 | $31 | $55 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
11 | $68 | $125 |
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.
3.3% high complexity
84.2% medium
12.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$18,044
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,578/year across 7 years
Top 26% in FL for rheumatology
54
Companies
837
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
$15,302 (84.8%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$2,334 (12.9%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$408 (2.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$4,527
2023
$1,825
2022
$2,153
2021
$2,075
2020
$1,530
2019
$2,755
2018
$3,179
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$3,200
Amgen Inc.
$2,289
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,326
UCB, Inc.
$1,071
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$1,004
AbbVie Inc.
$920
PFIZER INC.
$884
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$813
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$616
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$569
ABBVIE INC.
$563
Genentech USA, Inc.
$519
Radius Health, Inc.
$506
Lilly USA, LLC
$398
AbbVie, Inc.
$368
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$338
Mallinckrodt LLC
$314
GENZYME CORPORATION
$312
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$278
Sobi, Inc
$197
Celgene Corporation
$191
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$148
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$144
SOBI, INC
$122
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$106
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$67
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$65
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$62
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$58
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$51
Biocon Biologics Inc
$49
Alvogen Inc
$44
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$44
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$42
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$34
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals
$33
Horizon Pharma plc
$30
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$26
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$22
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$18
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$17
Organon LLC
$17
Zyla Life Sciences
$14
MEDEXUS PHARMA, INC.
$14
MEDAC PHARMA, INC.
$14
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$14
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$14
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Avion Pharmaceuticals
$12
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$12
Organon Llc
$11
Bioventus LLC
$11
Top 3 companies account for 37.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · AVSOLA · Actemra · BENLYSTA · Balcoltra · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · CRYSVITA · CYLTEZO · Cimzia · Crysvita · DUZALLO · EVENITY · Enbrel · FLUMIST QUADRIVALENT · FORTEO · GELSYN 3 · HADLIMA · HUMIRA · Hulio · Humira · IDACIO · ILARIS · INFLECTRA · KEVZARA · KINERET · KRYSTEXXA · Kineret · LUPKYNIS · LYRICA · MONOVISC · Mitigare · OFEV · OPSUMIT · ORENCIA · ORTHOVISC · Otezla · PRIALT · PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL · Prolia · RAYOS · REDITREX · REMICADE · RENFLEXIS · RINVOQ · Rasuvo · Rinvoq · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · SYNVISC-ONE · Seglentis · Strensiq · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TERIPARATIDE · TREMFYA · Tavneos · Tymlos · XELJANZ · Xtampza ER · ZORVOLEX · ZTLido · Zerviate · Zilretta
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 (85%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $17 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Rheumatologists within 10 mi
58
Per 100K population
3.8
County median income
$81,115
Nearest hospital
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
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. Saxe is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 23% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Saxe experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Saxe performed 32,505 certolizumab injection (cimzia) 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. Saxe receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Saxe received a total of $18,044 from 54 companies across 837 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. Saxe's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Delray Beach?
Dr. Saxe's average Medicare payment per service is $11. 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. Saxe) 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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