Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Charles Brooker, M.D.
Otolaryngic Allergy Physician · Winter Haven, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Brooker
Dr. Charles Brooker is an otolaryngic allergy physician in Winter Haven, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Brooker performed 11,252 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Brooker received a total of $1,593 from 20 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 57 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Brooker is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 20 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 14% volume in FL
$1,593 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 | 75946 | 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 — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗11,252
Medicare services
Top 14% in FL for otolaryngic allergy physician
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$27
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
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 immunotherapy preparation A professional service involving the preparation and administration of one or more antigens. |
3,360 | $11 | $36 |
| 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. |
2,133 | $3 | $15 |
| Skin allergy test A test where small amounts of potential allergens are injected into the skin to check for allergic reactions. |
2,131 | $6 | $20 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
637 | $32 | $116 |
| 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. |
584 | $91 | $302 |
| 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. |
484 | $68 | $362 |
| Allergen injection administration Professional service for the administration of a single allergen injection. |
308 | $7 | $23 |
| 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. |
273 | $118 | $397 |
| Nasal endoscopy A diagnostic procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the inside of the nasal passages. |
209 | $144 | $461 |
| 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. |
169 | $74 | $266 |
| Flexible laryngoscopy A diagnostic exam of the voice box using a flexible endoscope to visualize the larynx. |
130 | $101 | $303 |
| Nasal and throat exam with endoscope A procedure to visually examine the nose and throat using a thin, flexible tube with a camera. This allows for direct visualization of the internal structures of the upper airway. |
109 | $86 | $269 |
| Impacted earwax removal by physician Removal of impacted earwax from one or both ears by a physician on the same day as audiologic testing. |
107 | $39 | $124 |
| Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test A diagnostic evaluation that assesses hearing ability and the capacity to understand spoken words. The test measures how well a patient can detect sounds and recognize speech. |
94 | $27 | $203 |
| Middle ear function test A diagnostic test used to evaluate how well the middle ear is functioning. |
90 | $12 | $38 |
| Allergy injection therapy, multiple injections A professional service involving the administration of multiple allergen injections. |
60 | $8 | $27 |
| Esophageal function monitoring via nasal tube This procedure involves monitoring and recording the function of the esophagus using a tube inserted through the nose. |
44 | $139 | $455 |
| Balance testing with recording A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing. |
36 | $79 | $250 |
| 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. |
35 | $30 | $95 |
| 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. |
33 | $65 | $197 |
| Complex removal of skin debris and drainage of mastoid cavity This procedure involves the intricate removal of accumulated skin debris and the drainage of fluid from the mastoid cavity. |
28 | $161 | $625 |
| X-ray of paranasal sinuses, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces 1 to 2 pictures of the paranasal sinuses to visualize the bone structures and air-filled spaces within the facial area. |
24 | $25 | $80 |
| Endoscopic control of nosebleed A procedure to stop bleeding in the nose using an endoscope to visualize the area. |
22 | $214 | $717 |
| Paranasal sinus X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the paranasal sinuses using at least three different views to visualize the sinus cavities. |
22 | $30 | $125 |
| 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. |
17 | $269 | $1,051 |
| 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. |
17 | $104 | $400 |
| Microscopic ear examination A detailed visual inspection of the ear using a specialized microscope to examine the ear canal and eardrum. |
17 | $20 | $67 |
| 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. |
17 | $98 | $285 |
| Use of electrodes during balance testing Application of electrodes to monitor physiological responses during a balance assessment. |
17 | $8 | $24 |
| Test to assess electrical potentials generated in the inner ear as a result of sound stimulation | 17 | $89 | $271 |
| 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. |
15 | $61 | $195 |
| Vocal cord movement assessment with endoscope This procedure uses an endoscope to examine the movement of the vocal cords. It allows for the visual assessment of how the vocal cord flaps function. |
13 | $150 | $470 |
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,593
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $228/year across 7 years
Top 42% in FL for otolaryngic allergy physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
20
Companies
57
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$272
2023
$381
2022
$353
2021
$164
2020
$206
2019
$126
2018
$92
Payments by company (2024)
GENZYME CORPORATION
$142
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$53
Organogenesis Inc.
$32
Pharming Healthcare, Inc.
$23
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$21
Top 3 companies account for 83.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
GENZYME CORPORATION
$460
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$331
Stryker Corporation
$149
Acclarent, Inc
$140
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$70
Ethicon US, LLC
$48
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$44
Minaris Medical America, Inc.
$44
ALK-Abello, Inc
$41
Medtronic, Inc.
$33
Organogenesis Inc.
$32
Olympus America Inc.
$30
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$24
OptiNose US, Inc.
$24
Phadia US Inc.
$24
Pharming Healthcare, Inc.
$23
Kaleo, Inc.
$21
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$21
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$19
Checkpoint Surgical, Inc
$14
Top 3 companies account for 59.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCLARENT AERA EUSTACHIAN TUBE BALLOON DILATION SYSTEM · Auvi-Q · Checkpoint Stimulators · DUPIXENT · Dymista · ENTELLUS - ENTELLUS MEDICAL REINFORCED ANESTHESIA NEEDLE · ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · INC. · ImmunoCAP · MEDLINE INDUSTRIES · NUCALA · Olympus ENT Fiber Scopes · Otiprio · PRE-PEN · RUCONEST · Ryaltris · SOMATOM GO · STEALTHSTATION S8 PLATFORM · TruDi NAV Cable · TruDi Navigation System · XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · Xhance
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. 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 →
Geographic Context
Otolaryngic allergy physicians in nearby ZIP areas
5
County median income
$63,644
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL
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0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Brooker is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 14% in FL), with 20 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Brooker experienced with allergy immunotherapy preparation?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Brooker performed 3,360 allergy immunotherapy preparation services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Brooker receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Brooker received a total of $1,593 from 20 companies across 57 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. 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. Brooker's costs compare to other otolaryngic allergy physicians in Winter Haven?
Dr. Brooker's average Medicare payment per service is $27. 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. Brooker) 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 the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. 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 →
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About this page
This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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. Data Coverage reflects 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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