Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Craig Popp, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery · Vero Beach, 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
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Popp 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. Popp
Dr. Craig Popp is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Vero Beach, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Popp performed 5,144 Medicare services across 3,171 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Popp received a total of $13,371 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 167 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic 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. Popp 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 15% volume in FL
$13,371 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 | 133809 | Clear | January 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 ↗5,144
Medicare services
Top 15% in FL for orthopedic surgery
3,171
Unique beneficiaries
$134
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~257 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gadolinium MRI contrast injection Administration of a gadolinium-based contrast agent to enhance magnetic resonance imaging. The dose is measured per milliliter of the agent injected. |
1,018 | $1 | $4 |
| 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. |
955 | $101 | $270 |
| 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. |
358 | $71 | $195 |
| Additional sedation, per 15 minutes Administration of a drug to deepen sedation during a procedure. This code covers each additional 15-minute increment of sedation beyond the initial period. |
356 | $9 | $24 |
| X-ray of sacroiliac joint, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the joint connecting the lower spine to the hip bone, using one to two images. |
328 | $27 | $67 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using at least four different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
295 | $39 | $135 |
| 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. |
231 | $119 | $350 |
| 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. |
177 | $101 | $942 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
160 | $31 | $100 |
| 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. |
159 | $19 | $64 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 6 or more views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using six or more separate views to capture detailed images of the bones and structures in that area. |
99 | $47 | $165 |
| Manual therapy (hands-on treatment), per 15 min | 76 | $17 | $60 |
| Spine fusion with cage or mesh device insertion A surgical procedure to fuse spine bones by inserting a cage or mesh device into the disc space. |
75 | $229 | $550 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
63 | $42 | $107 |
| MRI of lower spine with and without contrast An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal performed both before and after the administration of contrast dye to enhance image detail. |
56 | $172 | $1,350 |
| 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. |
55 | $96 | $940 |
| MRI of middle spinal canal, without contrast This procedure uses magnetic resonance imaging to create detailed pictures of the middle section of the spinal canal. It is performed without the use of contrast dye. |
50 | $64 | $944 |
| Spinal fusion of additional segment A surgical procedure to join an additional section of the spine to the existing fusion. This is performed as a separate or subsequent step to stabilize more of the spinal column. |
39 | $353 | $1,621 |
| Anterior spinal fusion with partial disc removal, each additional disc This procedure involves fusing spine bones together through an incision in the front of the body, with partial removal of the disc, for each additional disc treated. |
37 | $186 | $914 |
| Spinal stabilization device placement Surgical procedure to stabilize a fractured vertebra in the lower spine by inserting a supportive device. |
35 | $4,726 | $12,463 |
| Fusion of spine in lower back | 34 | $1,352 | $4,800 |
| Computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure A surgical procedure involving muscles or bones that utilizes computer technology to assist with planning or execution. |
33 | $122 | $500 |
| Neuromuscular re-education therapy, per 15 min A therapy procedure designed to re-educate the functional connection between the brain, nerves, and muscles. It is billed in 15-minute increments. |
33 | $23 | $74 |
| X-ray of middle spine, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints. |
31 | $26 | $95 |
| X-ray of middle and lower spine, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that captures two views of the middle and lower sections of the spine to visualize the bones and joints. |
31 | $29 | $56 |
| X-ray of entire middle and lower spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the entire middle and lower spine to visualize the bones and structures in these areas. |
31 | $53 | $116 |
| Anterior lumbar interbody fusion with partial disc removal A surgical procedure to fuse the lower spine bones by accessing the area through the abdomen and partially removing a spinal disc. |
30 | $715 | $4,450 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and structures. |
30 | $31 | $95 |
| Partial removal of spine bone with nerve release, 1 segment A surgical procedure involving the partial removal of a bone segment in the spine to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. This is performed on a single spinal segment. |
29 | $534 | $3,280 |
| Spinal fracture stabilization with imaging guidance A procedure to stabilize a broken bone in the middle spine by placing a device, using imaging guidance during the treatment. |
28 | $4,751 | $12,531 |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 27 | $82 | $180 |
| Spinal stabilization device placement, 3-6 segments Surgical placement of a device to stabilize three to six vertebrae in the back. |
26 | $685 | $2,500 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
24 | $110 | $266 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
24 | $40 | $73 |
| Partial removal of spine bone with nerve release, each additional segment This procedure involves the partial removal of spinal bone to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. It is billed for each additional spinal segment treated beyond the initial segment. |
19 | $190 | $1,191 |
| 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. |
19 | $43 | $114 |
| MRI of pelvis, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed without the use of contrast dye. |
17 | $123 | $930 |
| Hip X-ray, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
17 | $34 | $77 |
| X-ray of entire middle and lower spine, 4-5 views This procedure involves taking 4 to 5 X-ray images of the entire middle and lower spine to visualize the bones and structures in that area. |
14 | $57 | $126 |
| 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. |
13 | $91 | $230 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
12 | $39 | $78 |
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.
4.8% high complexity
27.2% medium
67.9% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$13,371
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,910/year across 7 years
Top 32% in FL for orthopedic surgery
31
Companies
167
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
$12,305 (92.0%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$1,066 (8.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$566
2023
$965
2022
$1,079
2021
$2,804
2020
$1,315
2019
$5,334
2018
$1,308
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Stryker Corporation
$4,051
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$2,435
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$1,249
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$998
Amgen Inc.
$646
SI-BONE, Inc.
$527
NuVasive, Inc.
$454
Medtronic, Inc.
$444
Integrity Implants Inc
$383
PARADIGM SPINE, LLC
$375
Globus Medical, Inc.
$248
Relievant Medsystems, Inc.
$209
Arthrex, Inc.
$205
Radius Health, Inc.
$204
Bioventus LLC
$160
Surgalign Spine Technologies, Inc.
$94
RTI Surgical, Inc.
$92
Spineology Inc.
$91
Reel Surgical, Inc.
$66
Providence Medical Technology, Inc.
$63
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$59
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$46
Avanos Medical
$42
Cerapedics Inc.
$42
Biocomposites Inc
$38
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$33
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$33
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$31
SI-BONE, INC.
$27
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$14
Checkpoint Surgical, Inc
$12
Top 3 companies account for 57.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AERO · AQUAMANTYS · Accurian · CAPRI CORPECTOMY CAGE SYSTEM · CAVUX Cervical Cage · CERVICAL PLATE · COFLEX · CONDUIT · Checkpoint Stimulators · Durolane · EVENITY · EVEREST SPINAL SYSTEM · EXPAREL · Excelsius Robotics System · Excelsius3D Imaging System · FlareHawk · GENERATOR · GRAFIX PL · I-FACTOR PEPTIDE ENHANCED BONE GRAFT · IFUSE IMPLANT · INTELLIS ADAPTIVESTIM · Intracept · KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty · KYPHON EXPRESS II KYPHOPAK TRAY · MAKO · MAZOR X SYSTEM · MazorX - Renaissance · NA · ON-Q PUMP AND ACCESSORIES · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION · OZARK CERVICAL PLATE SYSTEM · PICO · PLIF · Prolia · Rampart Duo Interbody Fusion System · STEALTHSTATION S8 PLATFORM · SYMPHONY · Seglentis · SlMMETRY · Spinal-Stim · Spinal-stim · Stimulan · TFN-ADVANCE · TRITANIUM · Teligen · Tymlos · UNID_PASS · VIKOS · VIPER · VIVIGEN MIS DELIVERY SYSTEM · XIA · XIA 3 · XIAFLEX · Zilretta · coflex · iFuse Implant
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 $260 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
40
Per 100K population
24.4
County median income
$71,049
Nearest hospital
CLEVELAND CLINIC INDIAN RIVER 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. Popp is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 15% in FL), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Popp experienced with gadolinium mri contrast injection?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Popp performed 1,018 gadolinium mri contrast injection 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. Popp receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Popp received a total of $13,371 from 31 companies across 167 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. Popp's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vero Beach?
Dr. Popp's average Medicare payment per service is $134. 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. Popp) 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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