Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Sara Gitte, MD
Internal Medicine · Summerfield, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
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. Gitte 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. Gitte
Dr. Sara Gitte is an internal medicine specialist in Summerfield, FL, with 14 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Gitte performed 17,538 Medicare services across 9,200 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Gitte received a total of $2,053 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 115 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in internal medicine. 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. Gitte 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 2% volume in FL
$2,053 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗17,538
Medicare services
Top 2% in FL for internal medicine
9,200
Unique beneficiaries
$23
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~1,253 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 3,060 | $18 | $35 |
| 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. |
1,873 | $85 | $195 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,568 | $8 | $10 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
1,428 | $10 | $20 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
1,412 | $8 | $15 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
1,344 | $13 | $25 |
| LDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. LDL is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. |
1,344 | $10 | $20 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
1,222 | $16 | $30 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
1,046 | $9 | $15 |
| Manual urinalysis with microscopic examination A urine test performed manually without automated equipment. The sample is examined under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
763 | $4 | $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. |
653 | $65 | $140 |
| Hemoglobin analysis by chromatography A laboratory test that uses chromatography to separate and measure different types of hemoglobin in the blood. |
429 | $18 | $30 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
154 | $6 | $10 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
154 | $5 | $10 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
97 | $2 | $5 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
92 | $29 | $45 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
92 | $30 | $40 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
77 | $15 | $25 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
74 | $76 | $100 |
| 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. |
74 | $11 | $25 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
72 | $10 | $25 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
54 | $8 | $15 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
54 | $19 | $30 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
48 | $4 | $10 |
| Anticoagulant management for warfarin Management of anticoagulant therapy for a patient taking warfarin. This service involves monitoring and adjusting the medication regimen. |
45 | $7 | $20 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 42 | $18 | $30 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
38 | $15 | $35 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
30 | $16 | $25 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
26 | $35 | $70 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
25 | $40 | $65 |
| Complete blood count (CBC), automated An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. |
25 | $6 | $40 |
| Transitional care management, high complexity Coordination of care for a patient transitioning from a short-term hospital stay or other facility to home or another care setting. This service addresses a high-complexity medical problem. |
23 | $214 | $415 |
| Manual white blood cell count A laboratory test that involves examining a sample under a microscope to manually count the number of white blood cells present. |
22 | $4 | $15 |
| Influenza vaccine, quadrivalent, 0.5 ml dosage | 18 | $20 | $30 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A brief phone conversation with a healthcare provider lasting between 5 and 10 minutes. |
17 | $7 | $14 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
15 | $7 | $15 |
| COVID-19 immunoassay detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay method to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) through direct visual observation. |
14 | $41 | $65 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
14 | $144 | $300 |
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
17.9% medium
82.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$2,053
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $293/year across 7 years
Top 26% in FL for internal medicine
31
Companies
115
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
$1,888 (92.0%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$165 (8.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$354
2023
$264
2022
$387
2021
$468
2020
$226
2019
$212
2018
$141
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$229
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$185
Welch Allyn
$165
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$150
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$135
PFIZER INC.
$124
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$121
Amgen Inc.
$116
ABBVIE INC.
$95
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$94
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$66
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$63
Exact Sciences Corporation
$58
Boston Scientific Corporation
$57
Novo Nordisk Inc
$53
Horizon Pharma plc
$35
Lilly USA, LLC
$34
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$30
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$29
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$27
AbbVie Inc.
$24
Allergan Inc.
$22
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$20
Eisai Inc.
$19
EISAI INC.
$18
Valeritas, Inc.
$17
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$16
Abbott Laboratories
$14
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$13
Vertiflex, Inc.
$12
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 28.2% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AIRSUPRA · Aduhelm · Aimovig · BREZTRI · CHANTIX · COLOGUARD · COLOGUARD DNA CAPTURE REAGENTS · Cologuard Collection Kit · Dayvigo · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · EVENITY · Edarbi · FARXIGA · FreeStyle Libre 2 · GEMTESA · INVOKANA · JARDIANCE · KRYSTEXXA · Kerendia · LYRICA · Livalo · MYRBETRIQ · None · OFEV · Otezla · Ozempic · PREMARIN · PREVNAR 20 · SHINGRIX · Superion ISS · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TRULICITY · UBRELVY · V-GO · VRAYLAR · Vascepa · WATCHMAN FLX · XARELTO · XIFAXAN
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 (92%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $12 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
312
Per 100K population
80.5
County median income
$58,535
Nearest hospital
VILLAGES REGIONAL HOSPITAL, THE
10.2 mi
10.2 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. Gitte is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% 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. Gitte experienced with denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Gitte performed 3,060 denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva) 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. Gitte receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Gitte received a total of $2,053 from 31 companies across 115 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. Gitte's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Summerfield?
Dr. Gitte's average Medicare payment per service is $23. 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. Gitte) 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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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.
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