Medicare Enrolled
Rachel Kapelow
Rheumatology · Delray Beach, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
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 Kapelow
Rachel Kapelow is a rheumatology specialist in Delray Beach, FL, with 10 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Kapelow performed 176,782 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Kapelow received a total of $3,482 from 19 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 201 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Kapelow is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 10 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 11% volume in FL
$3,482 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 | 149102 | 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 — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗176,782
Medicare services
Top 11% in FL for rheumatology
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$12
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
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. |
78,200 | $4 | $21 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 17,640 | $18 | $53 |
| Tocilizumab injection (Actemra) | 17,360 | $5 | $14 |
| Romosozumab injection (Evenity) for osteoporosis | 15,333 | $8 | $24 |
| Abatacept infusion (Orencia) An injection of abatacept administered under the direct supervision of a physician. This code is used for Medicare when the drug is not self-administered. |
13,150 | $34 | $134 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
11,192 | $1 | $4 |
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
10,600 | $10 | $59 |
| 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. |
2,376 | $98 | $338 |
| Extended-release steroid injection (Zilretta) An injection of triamcinolone acetonide using a preservative-free, extended-release microsphere formulation. The dosage is measured in milligrams. |
1,636 | $13 | $48 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
1,037 | $58 | $232 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
797 | $47 | $380 |
| 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. |
700 | $87 | $355 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
695 | $46 | $222 |
| Methotrexate sodium, 5 mg | 681 | $0 | $1 |
| Betamethasone steroid injection An injection containing a combination of betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. |
520 | $5 | $18 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
488 | $8 | $21 |
| Limited ultrasound of joint or extremity A focused ultrasound exam of a specific joint or other structure in the arm or leg, excluding blood vessels. |
434 | $34 | $147 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
321 | $105 | $479 |
| Principal care management for high-risk disease, first 30 minutes This service covers the initial 30 minutes of clinical staff time per calendar month to manage a single high-risk disease. It is directed by a healthcare professional. |
306 | $50 | $200 |
| 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. |
279 | $29 | $96 |
| 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. |
238 | $32 | $105 |
| 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. |
237 | $119 | $533 |
| Viscosupplementation injection for joint An injection of hyaluronic acid or a derivative into a joint to provide lubrication and cushioning. |
219 | $57 | $380 |
| 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. |
211 | $43 | $242 |
| 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. |
172 | $27 | $91 |
| Chronic care management services Comprehensive assessment and care planning for patients requiring ongoing chronic care management. |
153 | $50 | $166 |
| 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. |
144 | $67 | $238 |
| Pelvis X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the pelvic area using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
138 | $23 | $73 |
| 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. |
121 | $11 | $73 |
| 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. |
114 | $28 | $91 |
| 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. |
103 | $37 | $123 |
| 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. |
95 | $27 | $90 |
| 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. |
91 | $32 | $107 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
86 | $65 | $311 |
| Ultrasound-guided joint aspiration or injection Removal of fluid from or injection into a medium-sized joint using ultrasound guidance to ensure accurate placement. |
82 | $77 | $315 |
| Trigger point injection, 1-2 muscles A procedure involving the injection of medication into one or two specific muscles to treat trigger points. |
79 | $34 | $172 |
| Ultrasound-guided small joint aspiration or injection This procedure involves removing fluid from or injecting medication into a small joint while using ultrasound imaging to guide the needle placement. |
78 | $66 | $277 |
| Suprascapular nerve injection An injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication into the suprascapular nerve in the shoulder area. |
75 | $41 | $439 |
| 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. |
61 | $130 | $443 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
61 | $12 | $62 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using 4 to 5 different views to visualize the bones and structures in that area. |
44 | $43 | $139 |
| X-ray of both knees, standing An X-ray image of both knees taken while the patient is standing to assess bone alignment and joint space under weight-bearing conditions. |
43 | $32 | $106 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
38 | $23 | $104 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
32 | $1 | $3 |
| Hyaluronan gel injection for joint An injection of hyaluronan gel into a joint to supplement joint fluid. This procedure is administered as a single dose. |
32 | $406 | $3,048 |
| 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 | $26 | $86 |
| Additional 30 minutes of principal care management This service covers each additional 30 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing a single high-risk disease, billed per calendar month. |
28 | $38 | $140 |
| Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch | 26 | $57 | $334 |
| 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. |
26 | $43 | $145 |
| Injection of carpal tunnel | 23 | $74 | $297 |
| 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. |
22 | $31 | $104 |
| 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. |
21 | $23 | $77 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 125 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, with a dosage of up to 125 mg. |
21 | $4 | $17 |
| Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into rib nerve | 19 | $86 | $518 |
| 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. |
17 | $145 | $474 |
| Knee X-ray, 4 or more views An imaging test using X-rays to create multiple pictures of the knee joint from different angles. |
16 | $38 | $121 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
16 | $19 | $66 |
| Rib nerve block injection An injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication into multiple rib nerves to block pain signals in the chest wall. |
15 | $28 | $770 |
| Rib X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the ribs on one side of the body. The procedure includes a minimum of three different views to capture detailed images. |
11 | $31 | $111 |
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
13.6% high complexity
83.1% medium
3.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$3,482
Total received (2022-2024)
Avg $1,161/year across 3 years
Bottom 38% in FL for rheumatology
19
Companies
201
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,259
2023
$1,202
2022
$1,022
Payments by company (2024)
UCB, Inc.
$304
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$165
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$136
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$113
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$104
Amgen Inc.
$90
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$65
PFIZER INC.
$61
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$58
Radius Health, Inc.
$48
Genentech USA, Inc.
$44
Organon Llc
$34
Lilly USA, LLC
$19
Bioventus LLC
$17
Top 3 companies account for 48.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2022-2024) ›
UCB, Inc.
$545
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$505
Amgen Inc.
$474
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$420
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$267
ABBVIE INC.
$252
PFIZER INC.
$252
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$219
Radius Health, Inc.
$114
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$113
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$76
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$68
Genentech USA, Inc.
$62
Organon Llc
$34
Lilly USA, LLC
$19
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$18
Bioventus LLC
$17
Sobi, Inc
$14
Organon LLC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 43.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Actemra · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · Cimzia · EVENITY · Enbrel · Exparel · HADLIMA · KINERET · KRYSTEXXA · ORENCIA · RENFLEXIS · RINVOQ · SAPHNELO · SKYRIZI · SUPARTZ FX SODIUM HYALURONATE · TALTZ · TREMFYA · Tymlos · XELJANZ · ZTLido
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. 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 →
Geographic Context
Rheumatologists in nearby ZIP areas
58
County median income
$81,115
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Kapelow is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 11% in FL).
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kapelow experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Kapelow performed 78,200 certolizumab injection (cimzia) services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Kapelow receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Kapelow received a total of $3,482 from 19 companies across 201 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Kapelow's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Delray Beach?
Kapelow's average Medicare payment per service is $12. 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 Kapelow) 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 the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. 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 →
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This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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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