Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Kirkland Kolbie, M.D.
Family Medicine · Dublin, 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.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Kolbie 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. Kolbie
Dr. Kirkland Kolbie is a family medicine specialist in Dublin, GA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kolbie performed 8,558 Medicare services across 5,844 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kolbie received a total of $9,448 from 61 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 589 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. Kolbie 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in GA
$9,448 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗8,558
Medicare services
Top 2% in GA for family medicine
5,844
Unique beneficiaries
$30
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~450 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. |
1,054 | $79 | $215 |
| 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. |
807 | $8 | $37 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
685 | $8 | $20 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
599 | $3 | $26 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
571 | $10 | $46 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
505 | $31 | $45 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
487 | $13 | $65 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
328 | $120 | $175 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
268 | $16 | $31 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
264 | $9 | $29 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
186 | $16 | $45 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
175 | $17 | $46 |
| 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. |
175 | $51 | $152 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
172 | $9 | $25 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
147 | $20 | $22 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
140 | $0 | $16 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
139 | $34 | $86 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
139 | $72 | $80 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
137 | $5 | $30 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
134 | $16 | $39 |
| 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. |
121 | $6 | $30 |
| 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. |
111 | $8 | $44 |
| 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. |
110 | $21 | $107 |
| MRI contrast dye injection (gadobutrol) | 109 | $0 | $10 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
108 | $19 | $40 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 20 mg A 20 mg injection of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
98 | $3 | $5 |
| 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. |
67 | $34 | $150 |
| 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. |
54 | $4 | $17 |
| 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. |
53 | $10 | $80 |
| 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. |
51 | $147 | $240 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
47 | $79 | $850 |
| 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. |
47 | $116 | $750 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
46 | $0 | $16 |
| 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. |
37 | $118 | $279 |
| Retinal photography (fundus photo) This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures. |
31 | $23 | $131 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
26 | $77 | $256 |
| 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. |
26 | $4 | $35 |
| Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi diagnostic injection A diagnostic injection of technetium Tc-99m sestamibi used for imaging studies. |
26 | $81 | $150 |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. |
25 | $46 | $210 |
| 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. |
24 | $26 | $104 |
| Ear wax removal by washing This procedure involves the removal of impacted ear wax using a washing technique. |
22 | $6 | $30 |
| Annual wellness visit, initial visit A yearly appointment to review your health and create a personalized prevention plan. This initial visit focuses on preventive care and health assessment. |
21 | $155 | $175 |
| 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. |
18 | $61 | $210 |
| 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. |
18 | $39 | $125 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
17 | $54 | $325 |
| 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. |
16 | $4 | $28 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 14 | $18 | $33 |
| Troponin blood test A blood test that measures the amount of troponin protein in your body. Troponin is released into the blood when heart muscle is damaged. |
14 | $11 | $25 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
14 | $24 | $25 |
| 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. |
13 | $135 | $1,500 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress using a special camera. |
13 | $272 | $1,800 |
| 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. |
13 | $66 | $469 |
| Chronic care management, first 30 minutes This service covers the initial 30 minutes of care coordination for patients with two or more chronic conditions. It is provided personally by a healthcare professional each calendar month. |
13 | $36 | $75 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
12 | $1 | $8 |
| Initial preventive physical examination, new Medicare beneficiary A comprehensive preventive health visit for new Medicare beneficiaries during their first 12 months of enrollment. The service is conducted as a face-to-face visit and is limited to preventive care. |
11 | $155 | $200 |
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.
0.5% high complexity
8.1% medium
91.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$9,448
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,350/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.
61
Companies
589
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
$9,225 (97.6%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$222 (2.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,699
2023
$1,590
2022
$1,388
2021
$1,323
2020
$805
2019
$1,384
2018
$1,259
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$329
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$169
ABBVIE INC.
$157
Novo Nordisk Inc
$155
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$136
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$89
Noven Therapeutics, LLC
$73
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$72
PFIZER INC.
$72
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$63
Amgen Inc.
$56
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$50
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$44
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$36
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$31
Insulet Corporation
$23
Lundbeck LLC
$23
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$21
Seqirus USA Inc
$17
Abbott Laboratories
$16
Mannkind Corporation
$16
Lilly USA, LLC
$14
Medtronic, Inc.
$14
Dexcom, Inc.
$14
Exact Sciences Corporation
$13
Top 3 companies account for 38.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,410
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$954
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$697
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$587
Novo Nordisk Inc
$545
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$499
ABBVIE INC.
$436
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$373
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$310
Amgen Inc.
$303
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$221
Allergan Inc.
$197
PFIZER INC.
$189
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$183
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$169
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$167
AbbVie Inc.
$142
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$136
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$124
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$122
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$111
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$110
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$91
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$86
Lilly USA, LLC
$82
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$74
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$73
Noven Therapeutics, LLC
$73
MannKind Corporation
$64
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$62
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$61
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$54
Zealand Pharma US, Inc.
$52
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$44
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$43
Biogen, Inc.
$41
Allergan, Inc.
$39
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$37
Abbott Laboratories
$32
Mannkind Corporation
$32
Medtronic, Inc.
$31
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$31
Seqirus USA Inc
$31
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$31
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$24
DEXCOM, INC.
$24
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
$24
Insulet Corporation
$23
Lundbeck LLC
$23
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$23
ITI, Inc. (d/b/a Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.)
$21
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc.
$19
West-Ward Pharmaceuticals
$18
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Eisai Inc.
$14
Dexcom, Inc.
$14
Exact Sciences Corporation
$13
Lupin Inc.
$12
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$11
Radius Health, Inc.
$11
Nevro Corp.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 32.4% 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 (98%) 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
34
Per 100K population
68.5
County median income
$49,705
Nearest hospital
FAIRVIEW PARK 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 reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Kolbie is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 6% of GA peers, with 19 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. Kolbie experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kolbie performed 1,054 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. Kolbie receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kolbie received a total of $9,448 from 61 companies across 589 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. Kolbie's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Dublin?
Dr. Kolbie's average Medicare payment per service is $30. 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. Kolbie) 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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