Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Scot Ackerman, MD
Radiology - Diagnostic · Jacksonville, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Consulting-driven
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Ackerman
Dr. Scot Ackerman is a radiology - diagnostic specialist in Jacksonville, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Ackerman performed 10,771 Medicare services across 3,863 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Ackerman received a total of $8,191 from 12 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 44 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiology - diagnostic. 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. Ackerman 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.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 6% volume in FL
$8,191 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗10,771
Medicare services
Top 6% in FL for radiology - diagnostic
3,863
Unique beneficiaries
$268
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~539 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intensity-modulated radiation therapy delivery Delivery of radiation therapy using narrow beams that are spatially and temporally modulated to target specific areas. This process is performed per treatment session. |
1,243 | $269 | $1,451 |
| Intermediate proton beam radiation treatment A radiation therapy procedure using proton beams to treat a specific area of the body. This method delivers targeted energy to destroy abnormal cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue. |
1,135 | $839 | $4,289 |
| 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. |
986 | $64 | $365 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
898 | $8 | $45 |
| Continuing radiation therapy consultation per week A weekly consultation to review and manage ongoing radiation therapy treatment. |
669 | $65 | $315 |
| Radiation treatment management, 5 sessions Oversight and management of a radiation therapy course consisting of five treatment sessions. |
607 | $151 | $767 |
| Piflufolastat F-18 diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of the radioactive tracer piflufolastat F-18 used for imaging. The dose specified is 1 millicurie. |
531 | $470 | $950 |
| Radiation therapy, 3+ areas, 6-10 MeV Radiation treatment delivered to three or more separate areas using advanced techniques like custom blocking and rotational beams with an energy level of 6-10 MeV. |
460 | $176 | $996 |
| Stereoscopic X-ray guidance for radiation therapy localization This procedure uses stereoscopic X-ray imaging to precisely locate the target area for radiation therapy delivery. |
439 | $56 | $294 |
| Design and construction of complex radiation treatment device This code covers the design and construction of a complex radiation treatment device. It does not specify the clinical purpose or conditions treated. |
437 | $95 | $494 |
| Calculation of radiation therapy dose | 357 | $50 | $260 |
| Nuclear medicine scan from skull base to mid-thigh with CT A nuclear medicine imaging study covering the area from the base of the skull to the middle of the thighs, performed alongside a CT scan. |
294 | $1,183 | $6,140 |
| CT guidance for radiation therapy This procedure uses computed tomography imaging to guide the precise placement of radiation therapy fields. It ensures accurate positioning for targeted treatment delivery. |
248 | $92 | $485 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 234 | $133 | $1,709 |
| Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries | 233 | $396 | $2,044 |
| Design and construction of simple radiation treatment device This code covers the design and construction of a simple radiation treatment device. It does not specify the clinical purpose or condition being treated. |
210 | $29 | $166 |
| Complex radiation therapy planning | 159 | $133 | $680 |
| Radiation treatment planning, 1 area This procedure involves gathering the necessary data to design the most effective radiation therapy plan for a single treatment area. |
154 | $201 | $1,097 |
| 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. |
149 | $101 | $561 |
| Cranial lesion radiation therapy Treatment of a brain lesion using radiation delivered over multiple sessions. |
148 | $746 | $4,417 |
| Special radiation treatment | 129 | $108 | $531 |
| Radiation treatment planning, complex This procedure involves obtaining the necessary data to develop an optimal radiation treatment plan for three or more treatment areas, or any number of areas requiring special treatment. |
107 | $340 | $1,901 |
| Subcutaneous or intramuscular chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering anti-cancer hormonal medication through an injection into the tissue under the skin or into a muscle. |
97 | $26 | $128 |
| 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. |
69 | $85 | $451 |
| 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. |
62 | $125 | $676 |
| 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. |
61 | $96 | $519 |
| Special medical radiation therapy consultation A consultation with a radiation oncologist to discuss treatment options and plan for medical radiation therapy. |
51 | $104 | $500 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
47 | $45 | $231 |
| Implantable tissue marker, each A small marker is implanted into tissue to serve as a reference point for future medical imaging or procedures. |
47 | $72 | $291 |
| 3D radiation therapy planning This procedure involves creating a three-dimensional treatment plan for radiation therapy. It uses imaging data to map the target area and surrounding tissues to guide precise radiation delivery. |
44 | $367 | $1,894 |
| Injection of biodegradable material next to prostate A procedure involving the injection of a biodegradable substance into the tissue surrounding the prostate gland. |
41 | $2,179 | $12,292 |
| Design and construction of radiation treatment device This code covers the design and construction of a device used for high precision radiation therapy. It does not include the actual administration of radiation treatment. |
41 | $351 | $1,855 |
| MRI of pelvis with and without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed both before and after the administration of a contrast dye to enhance image detail. |
40 | $253 | $1,488 |
| Prostate radiation therapy device placement A device is placed in the prostate to facilitate radiation therapy. This procedure involves positioning the device to aid in the delivery of radiation treatment. |
39 | $59 | $601 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
33 | $61 | $521 |
| Fractionated radiation therapy for cranial lesion Treatment using radiation delivered in multiple sessions to manage a lesion in the head. |
30 | $498 | $2,590 |
| CT scan of chest with contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures. |
28 | $88 | $707 |
| High precision radiation therapy planning This procedure involves the detailed planning and setup required for delivering high-precision radiation therapy to a target area of the body. |
28 | $1,345 | $7,375 |
| MRI of pelvis, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed without the use of contrast dye. |
23 | $183 | $1,009 |
| Special radiation therapy planning This procedure involves the specialized planning required for radiation therapy treatment. |
23 | $50 | $259 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas. |
20 | $232 | $1,297 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
20 | $45 | $367 |
| MRI of abdomen with and without contrast An MRI scan of the abdomen using contrast dye before and after administration to create detailed images of internal structures. |
19 | $243 | $1,491 |
| CT scan for bone mineral density A CT scan used to measure calcium and other minerals in the bone. This procedure assesses bone mineral content. |
18 | $92 | $405 |
| MRI of brain with and without contrast An MRI scan of the brain using contrast dye both before and after administration to provide detailed images of brain structures. |
17 | $250 | $1,390 |
| 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 | $223 |
| CT scan of neck soft tissue with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the soft tissues in the neck. |
11 | $138 | $783 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
11 | $143 | $775 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 11 | $173 | $894 |
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 2024 ↗$8,191
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,170/year across 7 years
Top 13% in FL for radiology - diagnostic
12
Companies
44
Individual payments
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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
$3,651 (44.6%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$2,571 (31.4%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$1,968 (24.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,735
2023
$3,856
2022
$699
2021
$194
2020
$47
2019
$201
2018
$458
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
PALETTE LIFE SCIENCES, INC.
$3,651
BIOPROTECT MEDICAL, INC.
$2,554
Mevion_Medical_Systems_Inc
$663
Boston Scientific Corporation
$353
Palette Life Sciences, Inc.
$246
Profound Medical Corp.
$231
KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America
$137
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$109
Cook Medical LLC
$101
Brainlab, Inc.
$85
Augmenix, Inc.
$42
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$17
Top 3 companies account for 83.9% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
BIOPROTECT BALLOON IMPLANT SYSTEM · COOK · Flex-X · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL - THERAPIES · Image Guided Surgical Device · LIBTAYO · PTS250 · SPACEOAR · SPACEOAR VUE · SpaceOAR · Tulsa-Pro · pts250 · rezum Generator
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 (45%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers.
Equivalent to $76 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Radiology - diagnostics within 10 mi
57
Per 100K population
5.7
County median income
$68,447
Nearest hospital
NH Jacksonville
4.1 mi
4.1 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. Ackerman is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in FL), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 13% of FL peers, with 20 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. Ackerman experienced with intensity-modulated radiation therapy delivery?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Ackerman performed 1,243 intensity-modulated radiation therapy delivery 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. Ackerman receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Ackerman received a total of $8,191 from 12 companies across 44 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. Ackerman's costs compare to other radiology - diagnostics in Jacksonville?
Dr. Ackerman's average Medicare payment per service is $268. 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. Ackerman) 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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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.
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