Medicare Enrolled
Dr. William Weaver, M.D.
Internal Medicine · Demorest, GA
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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Weaver
Dr. William Weaver is an internal medicine specialist in Demorest, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Weaver performed 8,453 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Weaver received a total of $3,991 from 35 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 215 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. Weaver 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 4% volume in GA
$3,991 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗8,453
Medicare services
Top 4% in GA for internal medicine
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$22
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,050 | $8 | $30 |
| 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. |
825 | $75 | $160 |
| 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. |
789 | $8 | $45 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
698 | $13 | $85 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
594 | $10 | $65 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
425 | $16 | $100 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
418 | $29 | $130 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
369 | $6 | $45 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
362 | $9 | $70 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
322 | $8 | $50 |
| Liver enzyme (SGOT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGOT to help assess liver health. |
206 | $5 | $30 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
206 | $5 | $30 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
158 | $9 | $75 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
138 | $1 | $5 |
| 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. |
123 | $9 | $40 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
120 | $19 | $73 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
119 | $1 | $15 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
114 | $13 | $100 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
106 | $29 | $30 |
| 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. |
105 | $2 | $25 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
98 | $76 | $91 |
| 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. |
91 | $56 | $115 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
90 | $15 | $110 |
| 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. |
57 | $8 | $65 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
56 | $4 | $35 |
| Annual depression screening | 56 | $17 | $40 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
55 | $119 | $145 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
51 | $45 | $233 |
| 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. |
49 | $39 | $150 |
| Respiratory virus test for SARS-CoV-2, influenza A/B, and RSV A laboratory test that detects the presence of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), influenza A, influenza B, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in an upper respiratory specimen. |
48 | $140 | $200 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
48 | $29 | $30 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
41 | $5 | $45 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
40 | $43 | $190 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck blood flow, bilateral An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow in the vessels of both the head and the neck. |
40 | $27 | $135 |
| Home health plan of care re-certification A physician reviews the patient's status and contacts the home health agency to re-certify the plan of care without the patient being present. |
36 | $31 | $75 |
| Urine microalbumin test A laboratory test that measures the amount of a specific protein called microalbumin in a urine sample. This analysis helps assess kidney function. |
33 | $6 | $30 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
31 | $4 | $30 |
| EKG interpretation and report A standard electrocardiogram test that records the heart's electrical activity using at least 12 leads. The service includes a professional interpretation of the results and a written report. |
31 | $6 | $25 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
30 | $281 | $341 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
30 | $23 | $204 |
| 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. |
26 | $6 | $70 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
24 | $5 | $30 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
23 | $14 | $60 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
21 | $16 | $227 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
20 | $25 | $170 |
| Smoking cessation counseling, 4-10 minutes A brief counseling session focused on helping patients quit smoking and tobacco use. The provider spends 4 to 10 minutes discussing strategies and support for cessation. |
20 | $14 | $45 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
17 | $21 | $125 |
| Pneumococcal vaccine, 23-valent A vaccine that protects against 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria. It is used to prevent infections caused by these bacteria. |
17 | $131 | $200 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while an electrocardiogram is monitored under physician supervision. |
14 | $15 | $75 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram, with physician review of the results. |
13 | $10 | $54 |
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.
0.6% high complexity
6.4% medium
93.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$3,991
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $570/year across 7 years
Top 20% in GA for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
35
Companies
215
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
$265
2023
$595
2022
$570
2021
$485
2020
$641
2019
$774
2018
$661
Payments by company (2024)
PFIZER INC.
$73
Novo Nordisk Inc
$57
Eisai Inc.
$39
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$21
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$20
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$19
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$18
Lilly USA, LLC
$17
Top 3 companies account for 63.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,065
Amgen Inc.
$377
PFIZER INC.
$343
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$334
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$263
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$202
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$138
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$128
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$107
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$107
Lilly USA, LLC
$91
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$69
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$67
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$62
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$62
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$59
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
$56
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$51
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$49
Eisai Inc.
$39
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$39
Exact Sciences Corporation
$32
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$27
Baxter Healthcare
$27
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$26
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$25
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$24
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$24
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$16
AbbVie Inc.
$16
Circassia Pharmaceuticals Inc
$14
SANOFI PASTEUR INC.
$13
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$13
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$12
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$11
Top 3 companies account for 44.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADVAIR · ANORO · Aimovig · BELSOMRA · BYDUREON · CHANTIX · Cologuard Collection Kit · DUZALLO · Da Vinci Surgical System · ELIQUIS · ENTRESTO · EVENITY · FARXIGA · FLUBLOK QUADRIVALENT NORTHERN HEMISPHERE · FLUZONE HIGH-DOSE · GEMTESA · GVOKE HYPOPEN · Hillrom - Life 2000 Ventilation System · INJECTAFER · INVOKANA · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · Kerendia · LEQVIO · LYRICA · Leqembi · Livalo · MENACTRA · MOUNJARO · Otezla · Ozempic · PREVNAR - 13 · Prolia · QUVIVIQ · REXULTI · RYBELSUS · Repatha · Rybelsus · SHINGRIX · SOLIQUA · SOLIQUA 100/33 · SYMBICORT · Seglentis · TOUJEO · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TRULICITY · TUDORZA PRESSAIR · Tresiba · Trintellix · UBRELVY · VIABAHN Endoprosthesis · Vascepa · Victoza · Wegovy · XARELTO · XIFAXAN · Xultophy 100/3.6 · Yupelri
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Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians in nearby ZIP areas
184
County median income
$65,622
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER HABERSHAM
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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. Weaver is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in GA), 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. Weaver experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Weaver performed 1,050 blood draw (venipuncture) 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. Weaver receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Weaver received a total of $3,991 from 35 companies across 215 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. Weaver's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Demorest?
Dr. Weaver's average Medicare payment per service is $22. 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. Weaver) 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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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.
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