Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Rodney Smith, MD
Pathology - Anatomic · Gainesville, GA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
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. Smith 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. Smith
Dr. Rodney Smith is a pathology - anatomic specialist in Gainesville, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Smith performed 4,348 Medicare services across 3,493 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Smith received a total of $3,034 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 241 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in pathology - anatomic. 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. Smith 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 9% volume in GA
$3,034 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,348
Medicare services
Top 9% in GA for pathology - anatomic
3,493
Unique beneficiaries
$20
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~217 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
481 | $8 | $30 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
368 | $10 | $65 |
| 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. |
344 | $8 | $45 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
331 | $3 | $25 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
326 | $13 | $85 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
325 | $16 | $100 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
321 | $9 | $70 |
| Blood glucose test using hand-held instrument A test that measures the level of sugar in the blood using a portable device. The result helps monitor blood glucose levels. |
247 | $3 | $20 |
| 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. |
186 | $78 | $160 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
161 | $5 | $45 |
| Annual depression screening | 160 | $17 | $40 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
159 | $123 | $145 |
| Urine total protein level A laboratory test that measures the total amount of protein present in a urine sample. |
144 | $4 | $25 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
128 | $19 | $73 |
| 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. |
68 | $46 | $115 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
64 | $14 | $110 |
| Fecal immunochemical test (FIT), 1-3 simultaneous A screening test that uses a stool sample to detect hidden blood in the feces, helping to identify potential colorectal cancer. |
61 | $18 | $70 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
60 | $29 | $30 |
| 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. |
59 | $6 | $70 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
54 | $75 | $89 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
40 | $9 | $75 |
| 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. |
35 | $4 | $35 |
| 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. |
32 | $39 | $150 |
| 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. |
28 | $17 | $145 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
22 | $13 | $100 |
| 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. |
21 | $30 | $75 |
| 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. |
20 | $4 | $30 |
| Hepatitis C antibody screening A blood test to check for antibodies indicating a Hepatitis C infection. This screening is performed for individuals at high risk or those with other covered indications. |
19 | $45 | $100 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
17 | $29 | $30 |
| 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. |
16 | $283 | $350 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
14 | $8 | $50 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 14 | $6 | $20 |
| 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. |
12 | $149 | $175 |
| 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. |
11 | $5 | $30 |
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 ↗$3,034
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $433/year across 7 years
Top 8% in GA for pathology - anatomic
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
31
Companies
241
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
$2,587 (85.2%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$448 (14.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$450
2023
$463
2022
$450
2021
$593
2020
$191
2019
$429
2018
$458
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$268
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$96
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$71
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 96.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$531
AbbVie Inc.
$480
ABBVIE INC.
$388
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$344
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$252
Novo Nordisk Inc
$159
Allergan, Inc.
$123
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$104
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$71
Eisai Inc.
$67
PFIZER INC.
$63
Scilex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$57
Kaleo, Inc.
$53
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$50
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$47
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$32
Allergan Inc.
$19
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$19
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$18
BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc.
$16
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Lilly USA, LLC
$14
Exact Sciences Corporation
$14
Abbott Laboratories
$13
Genentech USA, Inc.
$13
Sanofi Pasteur Inc.
$13
Amgen Inc.
$12
Radius Health, Inc.
$12
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$12
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$12
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 46.1% 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 (85%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 8% for pathology - anatomic in GA.
Geographic Context
Pathology - anatomics within 10 mi
12
Per 100K population
5.8
County median income
$77,430
Nearest hospital
NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER, INC
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. Smith is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 9% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 8% 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. Smith experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Smith performed 481 blood draw (venipuncture) 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. Smith receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Smith received a total of $3,034 from 31 companies across 241 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. Smith's costs compare to other pathology - anatomics in Gainesville?
Dr. Smith's average Medicare payment per service is $20. 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. Smith) 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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