Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Michael Moustoukas, MD
Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician · Sarasota, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Moustoukas
Dr. Michael Moustoukas is an orthopaedic hand surgery physician in Sarasota, FL, with 14 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Moustoukas performed 13,684 Medicare services across 6,280 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Moustoukas received a total of $6,478 from 23 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 80 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopaedic hand surgery 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. Moustoukas 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.
✓ 14 years in practice
▲ Top 1% volume in FL
$6,478 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 | 131187 | 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
Medicare Utilization ↗13,684
Medicare services
Top 1% in FL for orthopaedic hand surgery physician
6,280
Unique beneficiaries
$50
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~977 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
4,174 | $1 | $5 |
| 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. |
1,896 | $66 | $151 |
| 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. |
968 | $25 | $73 |
| 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. |
842 | $108 | $352 |
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
761 | $18 | $69 |
| 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. |
760 | $94 | $228 |
| 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. |
633 | $81 | $240 |
| Betamethasone steroid injection An injection containing a combination of betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. |
557 | $5 | $15 |
| Functional activity therapy A therapy procedure that utilizes functional activities as part of the treatment process. |
405 | $24 | $72 |
| Wrist X-ray, minimum 3 views An imaging test using X-rays to capture at least three different angles of the wrist bones and joints. |
300 | $30 | $80 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
247 | $49 | $176 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
217 | $37 | $137 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
207 | $32 | $127 |
| 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. |
188 | $27 | $74 |
| X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views An X-ray imaging test of a finger using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
174 | $28 | $68 |
| 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. |
172 | $21 | $66 |
| Wrist X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the wrist using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
152 | $24 | $68 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
124 | $39 | $136 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
102 | $39 | $75 |
| Manual therapy (hands-on treatment), per 15 min | 89 | $16 | $64 |
| Total shoulder joint prosthetic repair Surgical replacement of the shoulder joint with a prosthetic device. This procedure involves removing damaged joint components and inserting artificial parts to restore function. |
66 | $1,161 | $3,720 |
| Self-care/home management training, per 15 min Instruction provided to help patients manage their own care or daily activities at home. The service is billed in 15-minute increments. |
55 | $18 | $72 |
| Shoulder or upper arm muscle relocation A surgical procedure to move a muscle in the shoulder or upper arm to a new position. |
53 | $518 | $3,117 |
| Endoscopic release of wrist ligament A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to cut and release ligaments in the wrist. |
53 | $414 | $1,382 |
| Initial hospital admission, low complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving straightforward or low-level medical decision making, with at least 40 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
53 | $61 | $226 |
| Functional capacity test, per 15 minutes A test or measurement to assess functional capacity. The service is billed for each 15-minute increment. |
52 | $24 | $80 |
| Evaluation for occupational therapy, typically 30 minutes | 51 | $74 | $198 |
| Open treatment of distal radius fracture with internal fixation Surgical repair of a broken wrist bone involving three or more fragments on the thumb side, stabilized with an internal device. |
42 | $850 | $2,486 |
| Hip X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the hip joint taken from a single angle to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
41 | $24 | $73 |
| X-ray of upper arm, minimum of 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper arm that captures at least two different views to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures. |
35 | $24 | $72 |
| X-ray of collar bone An X-ray image of the collar bone (clavicle) to evaluate its structure and alignment. |
33 | $23 | $66 |
| Elbow to finger cast application Application of a cast extending from the elbow to the fingers to immobilize the arm. |
25 | $65 | $194 |
| Adult short arm fiberglass cast supplies Materials used to apply a short arm cast made of fiberglass for patients aged 11 and older. |
24 | $17 | $44 |
| Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair A minimally invasive surgery to repair torn shoulder tendons using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
20 | $866 | $2,667 |
| X-ray of hand, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
20 | $22 | $64 |
| Incision of finger tendon sheath A surgical procedure to cut open the protective covering of a finger tendon. |
19 | $197 | $1,360 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder surgery for bone shaving and ligament repair A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to shave part of the shoulder bone and repair a ligament. |
19 | $140 | $1,100 |
| Surgical repair of broken thigh bone with implant A surgical procedure to fix a fractured femur by using a bone implant to stabilize the broken bone. |
16 | $952 | $3,152 |
| Endoscopic release of biceps tendon A minimally invasive procedure using an endoscope to release the tendon that connects the biceps muscle to the shoulder. |
15 | $388 | $2,225 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 5 and 10 minutes to discuss medical matters. |
13 | $43 | $91 |
| Removal of deep implant from bone A surgical procedure to extract a deep implant that is embedded within the bone. |
11 | $211 | $1,101 |
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.
0.1% high complexity
45.0% medium
54.9% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$6,478
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $925/year across 7 years
Top 31% in FL for orthopaedic hand surgery physician
23
Companies
80
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
$3,945 (60.9%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$2,533 (39.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$760
2023
$653
2022
$408
2021
$366
2020
$156
2019
$1,920
2018
$2,216
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
MVP Orthopedics Inc
$1,666
Stryker Corporation
$1,166
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$952
Arthrex, Inc.
$927
Centinel Spine, LLC
$338
AXOGEN
$265
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$203
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$173
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$154
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
$128
Baxter Healthcare
$120
ENCORE MEDICAL, LP
$110
Arthrosurface Incorporated
$76
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$29
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$25
Endo USA, Inc.
$24
Sonex Health, Inc.
$21
ConvaTec Inc.
$20
Kerecis Limited
$19
Sanara MedTech Inc.
$18
Biocomposites Inc
$17
Coastal Medical Technologies LLC
$17
Dynasplint Systems Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 58.4% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCOLADE · AQUACEL AG+ EXTRA · Avance Nerve Graft · AxoGuard Nerve Connector · BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION · Bioinductive Implant with Arthroscopic Delivery System - Medium · Bone Anchors with Arthroscopic Delivery System · CONDUIT · CONEXTIONS TR TENDON REPAIR SYSTEM-IMPLANT MECHANISM · CellerateRx · Comprehensive SRS · DJO Surgical AltiVate Reverse · Dynasplint · EXPAREL · Exparel · FIBERGRAFT BG Morsels · FLOSEAL · GAMMA · HOFFMANN · HemiCAP Shoulder · HemiCAP Wrist · Hillrom - Centrella Smart+ Bed · Juggerknotless Soft Anchor · Kerecis Omega3 SurgiClose · MAKO · MONTEREY AL · PRODISC C · PRODISC C VIVO · Persona · Physio-Stim · Physio-Stim Osteogenesis Stimulator · Quattro · REUNION · SX-ONE MICROKNIFE · Spinal-Stim · Stimulan · T2 · TFN ADVANCED · TRIGEN InterTAN · Trauma Product Portfolio · Tricera Handpiece · VARIAX · VIPER · Vivigen MIS Delivery System · XIAFLEX · Zilretta · mymobility Platform
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 (61%) 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
Orthopaedic hand surgery physicians within 10 mi
7
Per 100K population
1.6
County median income
$80,633
Nearest hospital
HCA FLORIDA SARASOTA DOCTORS HOSPITAL
3.1 mi
3.1 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. Moustoukas is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement.
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. Moustoukas experienced with steroid injection (triamcinolone)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Moustoukas performed 4,174 steroid injection (triamcinolone) 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. Moustoukas receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Moustoukas received a total of $6,478 from 23 companies across 80 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. Moustoukas's costs compare to other orthopaedic hand surgery physicians in Sarasota?
Dr. Moustoukas's average Medicare payment per service is $50. 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. Moustoukas) 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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