Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Michelle Fisher, MD

Surgery · Riverview, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology — Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
FLORIDA ENT & ALLERGY, Riverview, FL 33578
8138798045
In practice since 2010 (15 years)
NPI: 1629399985 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Fisher 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. Fisher

Dr. Michelle Fisher is a surgery specialist in Riverview, FL, with 15 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Fisher performed 3,513 Medicare services across 1,155 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Fisher received a total of $8,246 from 41 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 228 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in surgery. 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. Fisher 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.

✓ 15 years in practice ▲ Top 2% volume in FL $8,246 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
3,513
Medicare services
Top 2% in FL for surgery
1,155
Unique beneficiaries
$33
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~234 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
Allergy skin test
A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens.
1,207 $3 $10
Skin allergy test
A test where small amounts of potential allergens are injected into the skin to check for allergic reactions.
737 $6 $25
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.
387 $87 $230
Allergy injection therapy, multiple injections
A professional service involving the administration of multiple allergen injections.
261 $8 $30
Nasal endoscopy
A diagnostic procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the inside of the nasal passages.
157 $137 $410
Ear wax removal
A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal.
135 $29 $105
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.
128 $59 $160
Impacted earwax removal by physician
Removal of impacted earwax from one or both ears by a physician on the same day as audiologic testing.
91 $36 $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.
79 $112 $350
Flexible laryngoscopy
A diagnostic exam of the voice box using a flexible endoscope to visualize the larynx.
76 $97 $260
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.
42 $81 $230
Middle ear function test
A diagnostic test used to evaluate how well the middle ear is functioning.
38 $12 $45
CT scan of face, without contrast
A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the facial structures. This procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye.
32 $99 $500
Endoscopic nasal polyp biopsy or removal
A procedure to remove or sample nasal polyps or tissue using an endoscope. The endoscope allows the provider to view the nasal passages during the procedure.
22 $285 $775
Balance testing with recording
A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing.
18 $84 $400
Use of electrodes during balance testing
Application of electrodes to monitor physiological responses during a balance assessment.
18 $8 $45
Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation 18 $87 $242
Auditory brainstem response test
A test that measures how the brain responds to sound to help diagnose nervous system disorders. The results are interpreted and reported by a medical professional.
18 $65 $200
Vestibular function test with thermal irrigation
A test that assesses balance by irrigating both ears with warm and cool fluids to evaluate inner ear function.
17 $31 $90
VEMP testing of lower inner ear nerve branch
A diagnostic test that evaluates the function of the lower branch of the inner ear nerve. The procedure includes interpretation of the results and a written report.
16 $60 $180
Vestibular function test using rotating chair
This test evaluates eye movement and balance function by having the patient sit in a rotating chair. It helps assess how the inner ear and brain coordinate to maintain stability.
16 $96 $250
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 ↗
$8,246
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,178/year across 7 years
Top 32% in FL for surgery
41
Companies
228
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
$8,171 (99.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$75 (0.9%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$1,720
2023
$987
2022
$1,154
2021
$727
2020
$426
2019
$1,254
2018
$1,977

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Stryker Corporation
$2,157
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$1,017
Boston Scientific Corporation
$715
Intersect ENT, Inc.
$624
Acclarent, Inc
$621
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$392
Optinose US, Inc.
$308
GENZYME CORPORATION
$271
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$270
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$192
Neurent Medical Limited
$180
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$141
Entellus Medical, Inc.
$121
OptiNose US, Inc.
$119
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$98
Merz North America, Inc.
$95
MERZ NORTH AMERICA, INC.
$75
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$75
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$72
kaleo, Inc.
$69
Aerin Medical Inc.
$69
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$64
Kaleo, Inc.
$58
Olympus America Inc.
$50
AERIN MEDICAL INC.
$42
BAXTER HEALTHCARE
$37
Amgen Inc.
$37
Ambu Inc.
$32
Masimo Corporation
$29
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$23
Medtronic, Inc.
$22
Ethicon US, LLC
$22
EKOS Corporation
$21
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$20
Circassia Inc.
$20
Aytu BioPharma, Inc.
$18
Acera Surgical, Inc.
$17
Glenmark Therapeutics Inc.
$14
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$14
Hologic, LLC
$13
Phadia US Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 47.2% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCLARENT AERA EUSTACHIAN TUBE BALLOON DILATION SYSTEM · AUVI-Q · Acclarent Aera · Acclarent ENT Navigation System · Auvi-Q · CIPRODEX · CLARIFIX · CoolSeal Generator · DUPIXENT · Dymista · EKOSONIC · ENTELLUS - MINIFESS MAXILLARY SEEKERS · ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · FASENRA · FLOSEAL · INSPIRE · ImmunoCAP · Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation System · Integra · Karbinal · LINX Reflux Management System · NEUROMARK Device · NIOX · NUCALA · Olympus Rhinology Instruments · Otiprio · Otovel · PROPEL · PlasmaBlade · RELIEVA SPINPLUS · RELIEVA SPINPLUS Balloon Sinuplasty System · RELIEVA SpinPlus NAV Balloon Sinusplasty System · Restrata Wound Matrix · Ryaltris · SET and rainbow SET · SINUVA · Sophono · SpinPlus Navigation · TAVNEOS · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TruDi NAV Cable · VIVAER STYLUS · VivAer · Vivaer RF Stylus · WATCHMAN FLX · XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · XPRESS LOPROFILE · Xeomin · Xhance · i7
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 $235 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Surgerists within 10 mi
261
Per 100K population
17.5
County median income
$75,011
Nearest hospital
ADVENTHEALTH RIVERVIEW
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. Fisher is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 15 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. Fisher experienced with allergy skin test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Fisher performed 1,207 allergy skin 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. Fisher receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Fisher received a total of $8,246 from 41 companies across 228 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. Fisher's costs compare to other surgerists in Riverview?
Dr. Fisher's average Medicare payment per service is $33. 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. Fisher) 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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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →