Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Daniel Ross, D.O.
Neurology · Pensacola, 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. Ross 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. Ross
Dr. Daniel Ross is a neurology specialist in Pensacola, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Ross performed 53,958 Medicare services across 3,006 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Ross received a total of $25,244 from 97 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1453 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in neurology. 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. Ross 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 1% volume in FL
$25,244 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osteopathic Physician | 9723 | Clear | March 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 ↗53,958
Medicare services
Top 1% in FL for neurology
3,006
Unique beneficiaries
$12
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~2,698 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botox injection (Xeomin), per unit An injection of incobotulinumtoxin A, a botulinum toxin type A product, administered in a quantity of one unit. |
25,557 | $4 | $25 |
| Botox injection, per unit An injection of onabotulinumtoxinA, a medication used to temporarily relax muscles or reduce gland activity. The dose is measured in units, with this code representing a single unit administered. |
24,320 | $5 | $31 |
| 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. |
910 | $91 | $546 |
| Electromyography of arm or leg muscles A test that measures the electrical activity in the muscles of the arm or leg using a needle electrode. It helps evaluate the health of muscles and the nerve cells that control them. |
614 | $76 | $481 |
| 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. |
326 | $134 | $734 |
| 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. |
244 | $64 | $376 |
| Nerve conduction studies, 7-8 tests A series of 7 to 8 nerve conduction tests to evaluate how well nerves are sending signals to muscles. |
168 | $134 | $953 |
| Needle measurement of electrical activity in muscle with injection of chemical for paralysis of nerve muscle | 148 | $57 | $100 |
| Chemical nerve block for neck muscles Injection of a chemical agent to paralyze specific muscles on the side of the neck, excluding the voice box. |
135 | $164 | $706 |
| MRI scan of brain, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging test of the brain that does not use contrast dye. This procedure creates detailed images of the brain's structure using magnetic fields and radio waves. |
131 | $150 | $1,100 |
| 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. |
131 | $116 | $832 |
| Nerve conduction study, 9-10 studies A diagnostic test that measures how well nerves send electrical signals. It involves performing 9 to 10 separate nerve conduction studies to evaluate nerve function. |
125 | $159 | $1,140 |
| Punch biopsy of additional skin growth A small circular tool is used to remove a sample of an extra skin growth for laboratory examination. |
102 | $46 | $302 |
| Awake and drowsy EEG A test that records electrical activity in the brain while the patient is awake and drowsy. |
92 | $284 | $1,775 |
| Bilateral facial and neck nerve muscle paralysis injection Injection of a chemical agent to paralyze muscles in the face and neck on both sides. |
90 | $127 | $803 |
| Trigger point injection, 3 or more muscles Injection of medication into three or more specific muscle trigger points to relieve pain. |
86 | $49 | $325 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 81 | $156 | $1,052 |
| Neuropsychological test evaluation, first hour A professional assessment of cognitive and behavioral functioning using standardized tests. This service covers the initial hour of the evaluation process. |
73 | $101 | $676 |
| Psychological test administration, first 30 minutes A technician administers psychological or neuropsychological testing for the first 30 minutes. |
73 | $25 | $183 |
| Sleep study with heart rate and breathing monitoring A sleep study that monitors heart rate, breathing patterns, and sleep duration. This test records physiological data while you sleep to assess your sleep quality and breathing function. |
58 | $109 | $815 |
| Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch | 56 | $77 | $387 |
| Video EEG monitoring, 12-26 hours This procedure records brain wave activity using an electroencephalogram (EEG) while simultaneously capturing video footage for a duration of 12 to 26 hours. |
50 | $165 | $1,020 |
| Sleep study with continuous airway pressure, age 6+ A sleep study conducted in a sleep lab that monitors breathing and other body functions while administering continuous airway pressure. This test is performed on patients aged 6 years or older. |
47 | $105 | $644 |
| Punch biopsy of first skin growth A small, circular piece of skin is removed from a skin growth using a circular blade. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for examination. |
44 | $93 | $624 |
| MRI of upper spine without contrast An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine. |
37 | $119 | $1,000 |
| Sleep study in sleep lab (age 6+) An overnight test conducted in a sleep laboratory to monitor sleep patterns and bodily functions in patients aged 6 years or older. |
31 | $94 | $1,370 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
29 | $0 | $3 |
| Continuous EEG brain wave monitoring A test that records electrical activity in the brain over an extended period. It is used to monitor brain function continuously. |
27 | $201 | $1,250 |
| Nerve conduction studies, 5-6 tests A series of 5 to 6 tests that measure how well nerves send electrical signals. The procedure evaluates nerve function and helps identify damage or dysfunction. |
27 | $99 | $724 |
| MRI of lower spine, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine. |
24 | $141 | $1,000 |
| VEEG monitoring, 37-60 hours Continuous video and electroencephalogram monitoring for 37 to 60 hours to record brain wave activity. A healthcare professional reviews the data and provides a report. |
22 | $193 | $1,326 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
20 | $59 | $308 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
20 | $45 | $286 |
| 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. |
18 | $11 | $78 |
| 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. |
16 | $229 | $1,663 |
| MRI of head blood vessels without contrast An MRI scan that creates detailed images of the blood vessels in the head without using contrast dye. |
14 | $126 | $1,117 |
| Sleep study with heart rate and breathing monitoring A sleep study that monitors heart rate, breathing, airflow, and physical effort during sleep. |
12 | $26 | $576 |
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 ↗$25,244
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,606/year across 7 years
Top 13% in FL for neurology
97
Companies
1,453
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
$24,959 (98.9%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$285 (1.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$5,659
2023
$4,344
2022
$4,018
2021
$3,289
2020
$2,222
2019
$2,975
2018
$2,737
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,404
Biogen, Inc.
$1,196
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$1,148
MDD US Operations, LLC
$1,093
ABBVIE INC.
$1,062
PFIZER INC.
$1,001
SK Life Science, Inc.
$954
Amgen Inc.
$904
UCB, Inc.
$900
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$846
Lundbeck LLC
$810
Lilly USA, LLC
$660
Genentech USA, Inc.
$592
GENZYME CORPORATION
$582
Eisai Inc.
$546
AbbVie Inc.
$535
Acorda Therapeutics, Inc
$495
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$427
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc
$418
CSL Behring
$411
EMD Serono, Inc.
$406
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$370
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$353
IMPEL PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$338
Allergan, Inc.
$294
CATALYST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$292
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
$275
EISAI INC.
$272
Allergan Inc.
$259
US WorldMeds, LLC
$259
Adamas Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$259
Grifols USA, LLC
$255
ARGENX US, INC.
$254
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$224
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$211
Octapharma USA, Inc.
$201
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$198
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$191
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$189
Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$181
Boston Scientific Corporation
$175
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$174
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$173
LivaNova USA, Inc.
$166
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$161
Merz North America, Inc.
$155
Merz Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$145
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$135
Upsher-Smith Laboratories LLC
$130
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$120
Impax Laboratories, Inc.
$119
Akcea Therapeutics, Inc.
$117
GE HEALTHCARE
$116
Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc.
$115
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$111
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$106
Novo Nordisk Inc
$104
Jazz Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$88
Mallinckrodt LLC
$86
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$81
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$74
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$71
AbbVie, Inc.
$71
Celgene Corporation
$71
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
$70
Medtronic, Inc.
$70
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$62
Avadel CNS Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$59
ASSERTIO THERAPEUTICS, Inc.
$57
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$54
Strongbridge US INC.
$53
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$52
GE Healthcare
$52
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$51
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$47
HARMONY BIOSCIENCES LLC
$42
MITSUBISHI TANABE PHARMA AMERICA, INC.
$41
Assertio Therapeutics, Inc.
$40
Harmony Biosciences LLC
$37
Abbott Laboratories
$33
Nevro Corp.
$30
Greenwich Biosciences, Inc.
$27
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$22
UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES LLC
$22
REVANCE THERAPEUTICS, INC.
$21
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$19
GE HealthCare
$18
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$17
Vertical Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$16
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$15
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$14
Zogenix Inc.
$14
PORTOLA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$13
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$13
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$13
GRT US Holding, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 14.8% of total payments
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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 (99%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $47 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Neurologists within 10 mi
22
Per 100K population
6.8
County median income
$65,715
Nearest hospital
SACRED HEART 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. Ross is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in FL), with low-engagement 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. Ross experienced with botox injection (xeomin), per unit?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Ross performed 25,557 botox injection (xeomin), per unit 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. Ross receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Ross received a total of $25,244 from 97 companies across 1,453 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. Ross's costs compare to other neurologists in Pensacola?
Dr. Ross'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 Dr. Ross) 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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