Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ronald Hudson, MD
Family Medicine · Columbus, GA
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.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Hudson
Dr. Ronald Hudson is a family medicine specialist in Columbus, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Hudson performed 1,210 Medicare services across 654 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Hudson received a total of $9,811 from 52 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 620 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in family 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. Hudson 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 in practice
▲ Top 28% volume in GA
$9,811 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,210
Medicare services
Top 28% in GA for family medicine
654
Unique beneficiaries
$50
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~60 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
291 | $84 | $192 |
| 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. |
233 | $59 | $130 |
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
121 | $30 | $50 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
102 | $36 | $65 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
62 | $35 | $60 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
40 | $8 | $10 |
| Manual urinalysis with microscopic examination A urine test performed manually without automated equipment. The sample is examined under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
40 | $4 | $20 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
39 | $23 | $90 |
| COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen. |
30 | $50 | $80 |
| 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. |
29 | $8 | $25 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
27 | $122 | $259 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
26 | $8 | $30 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
26 | $73 | $80 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
24 | $24 | $25 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
23 | $16 | $25 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
19 | $13 | $27 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
19 | $13 | $20 |
| Drug test with direct observation A drug screening test performed under direct observation to ensure the sample is provided correctly. This method is used to verify the integrity of the specimen collection process. |
16 | $12 | $27 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
16 | $9 | $25 |
| Transitional care management services, moderate complexity Services provided to coordinate care during the transition from an inpatient or other facility setting back to the community. This includes follow-up and management of a health problem of at least moderate complexity. |
15 | $154 | $300 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
12 | $10 | $22 |
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 ↗$9,811
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,402/year across 7 years
Top 6% in GA for family medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
52
Companies
620
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
$9,722 (99.1%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$89 (0.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,033
2023
$1,349
2022
$1,445
2021
$1,892
2020
$1,889
2019
$1,219
2018
$984
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$202
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$181
Lilly USA, LLC
$140
Corium, LLC
$118
Radius Health, Inc.
$60
Eisai Inc.
$54
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$53
ABBVIE INC.
$46
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$42
Novo Nordisk Inc
$32
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$28
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$18
Amgen Inc.
$17
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$15
Medtronic, Inc.
$14
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 50.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,347
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$604
Amgen Inc.
$596
Lilly USA, LLC
$538
AbbVie Inc.
$511
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$498
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$492
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$488
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$412
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$388
ABBVIE INC.
$386
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$310
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$269
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$206
PFIZER INC.
$204
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$202
Corium, LLC
$179
Radius Health, Inc.
$172
Allergan, Inc.
$149
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$146
Eisai Inc.
$146
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$136
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$131
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$130
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$129
Abbott Laboratories
$115
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$101
Baxter Healthcare
$89
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$81
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$71
Boston Scientific Corporation
$59
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$51
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$49
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$45
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$39
Shire North American Group Inc
$39
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$37
IRONWOOD PHARMACEUTICALS, INC
$33
Allergan Inc.
$29
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$25
Covidien LP
$23
Seqirus USA Inc
$16
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$16
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$15
Valeritas, Inc.
$15
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$15
Medtronic, Inc.
$14
Bausch Health US, LLC
$14
Lupin Inc.
$14
Adlon Therapeutics L.P.
$13
Zyla Life Sciences
$13
Metuchen Pharmaceuticals
$11
Top 3 companies account for 26.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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. Total industry engagement is in the top 6% for family medicine in GA.
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
246
Per 100K population
120.4
County median income
$56,622
Nearest hospital
JACK HUGHSTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
4.0 mi
4.0 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 reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Hudson is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 28% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 6% of GA peers, 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. Hudson experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Hudson performed 291 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) 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. Hudson receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Hudson received a total of $9,811 from 52 companies across 620 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. Hudson's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Columbus?
Dr. Hudson'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. Hudson) 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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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. 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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