Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Brian Babbin, M.D.

Anatomic Pathology Physician · Fort Myers, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
13691 METRO PKWY STE 120, Fort Myers, FL 33912
2392154066
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1811955818 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Babbin

Dr. Brian Babbin is an anatomic pathology physician in Fort Myers, FL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Babbin performed 11,724 Medicare services across 6,563 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Babbin received a total of $162 from 2 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 4 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in anatomic pathology physician. 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. Babbin 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 6% volume in FL $162 industry payments

Florida License Status

FL DOH · MQA
1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
Profession License # Status Expires Board Action
Medical Doctor 100043 Clear January 31, 2028
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance. License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. Verify directly on FL DOH →

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
11,724
Medicare services
Top 6% in FL for anatomic pathology physician
6,563
Unique beneficiaries
$61
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~617 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
Infectious disease DNA/RNA test
A laboratory test that uses a specific technique to detect the genetic material of an organism. This method amplifies the target DNA or RNA to identify the presence of the organism.
3,978 $34 $130
Cell examination with selective cellular enhancement
A laboratory test that examines cells from a specimen using a technique to selectively enhance specific cellular features for detailed analysis.
1,758 $50 $331
Tissue pathology examination, moderate complexity
A laboratory test where a pathologist examines tissue samples under a microscope to analyze cellular details. This intermediate complexity procedure involves specialized techniques to identify abnormalities in the tissue.
1,591 $54 $212
Computer-assisted urine cell examination
A laboratory test that uses computer technology to analyze cells found in a urine sample.
384 $329 $1,243
Special stain test for organisms
A laboratory test using special stains on tissue slides to identify microorganisms. The process includes the technical preparation of the slides and a professional interpretation of the results.
361 $83 $229
Prostate needle biopsy pathology exam
Laboratory examination of prostate tissue samples obtained via needle biopsy. The pathologist inspects the tissue both visually and under a microscope to identify any abnormalities.
359 $281 $1,654
CMV nucleic acid detection test
A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect cytomegalovirus (CMV) genetic material in a sample.
308 $34 $130
Herpes virus-6 nucleic acid test
A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of herpes virus-6.
307 $34 $130
Staphylococcus aureus DNA test
A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in a sample.
307 $34 $130
Group B Strep DNA test
A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Group B Streptococcus bacteria.
307 $34 $130
VRE nucleic acid detection test
A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) DNA in a patient sample.
306 $34 $130
PSA test (prostate cancer screening) 298 $18 $80
Tissue staining for diagnosis, additional
An extra laboratory procedure to apply special stains to tissue slides for detailed examination.
266 $57 $168
Herpes simplex virus nucleic acid test
A laboratory test that uses an amplified probe technique to detect the genetic material of the herpes simplex virus.
154 $34 $130
Yeast/candida DNA test
A laboratory test that uses an amplified probe technique to detect the presence of Candida species, a type of yeast, in a patient sample.
153 $34 $130
Limited pathology tissue examination
A microscopic examination of tissue samples to identify abnormalities. This limited exam focuses on specific aspects of the tissue rather than a comprehensive analysis.
106 $13 $88
Tissue staining for diagnosis, initial
A laboratory test where special stains are applied to tissue slides to help examine the cells and identify specific characteristics.
92 $70 $284
Special tissue stain, multiplex
A laboratory procedure using special stains to examine tissue samples. This multiplex technique allows for the analysis of multiple markers on a single slide.
91 $119 $343
Strep A nucleic acid amplification test
A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid amplification to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus bacteria. This method identifies the genetic material of the bacteria to determine if an infection is present.
84 $34 $130
Manual microscopic genetic analysis of tumor
A laboratory test that uses a microscope to manually examine tumor tissue for genetic changes.
80 $66 $218
Moderately high complexity pathology tissue examination
A laboratory test where a pathologist examines tissue samples under a microscope to analyze cellular details. This specific level of complexity involves a moderate to high degree of technical skill and interpretation.
72 $231 $728
Special tissue stain and interpretation
A laboratory test using special stains to examine tissue samples, including the pathologist's review and written report of the findings.
54 $63 $169
Nucleic acid test for multiple organisms
A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect the genetic material of multiple organisms in a sample.
43 $69 $260
Screening cytopathology, cervical or vaginal (any reporting system), collected in preservative fluid, automated thin layer preparation, requiring interpretation by physician 42 $23 $47
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.
41 $25 $113
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.
38 $25 $111
Free PSA test
A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood.
35 $18 $80
Fine needle aspirate evaluation and report
A pathologist examines cells collected via a fine needle aspiration and provides a written interpretation and report of the findings.
32 $125 $340
Pathology tissue examination, moderate complexity
A laboratory test where a pathologist examines tissue samples under a microscope to identify abnormalities. This specific level indicates a moderate degree of complexity in the analysis.
32 $33 $199
Blood smear interpretation with written report
A physician examines a blood sample slide under a microscope to analyze blood cells. The doctor provides a written report of their findings.
24 $19 $79
Cell examination of specimen, concentration technique
A laboratory test that uses a concentration technique to examine cells from a specimen.
21 $53 $135
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 2023 ↗
$162
Total received (2019-2023)
Avg $41/year across 4 years
Bottom 46% in FL for anatomic pathology physician
2
Companies
4
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
$162 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2023
$19
2022
$16
2021
$17
2019
$110

Payments by company (2023)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novo Nordisk Inc
$110
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$52
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Ozempic · PROLARIS · Prolaris
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 $1 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Anatomic pathology physicians within 10 mi
4
Per 100K population
0.5
County median income
$73,099
Nearest hospital
GULF COAST MEDICAL CENTER LEE HEALTH
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 2023
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. Babbin is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% 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. Babbin experienced with infectious disease dna/rna test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Babbin performed 3,978 infectious disease dna/rna test 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. Babbin receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Babbin received a total of $162 from 2 companies across 4 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. Babbin's costs compare to other anatomic pathology physicians in Fort Myers?
Dr. Babbin's average Medicare payment per service is $61. 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. Babbin) 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 →
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.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. The Transparency Score measures data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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