Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Waldo Floyd, MD

Orthopedic Surgery · Macon, GA
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology — Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
3708 NORTHSIDE DR, Macon, GA 31210
4787454206
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1013027267 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Floyd 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. Floyd

Dr. Waldo Floyd is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Macon, GA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Floyd performed 1,707 Medicare services across 1,348 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Floyd received a total of $439 from 7 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 9 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. 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. Floyd 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 37% volume in GA $439 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
1,707
Medicare services
Top 37% in GA for orthopedic surgery
1,348
Unique beneficiaries
$59
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~90 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
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg 429 $6 $21
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 $75 $313
Tendon or ligament injection
A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament.
155 $34 $208
Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint
Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint.
130 $32 $199
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.
123 $62 $228
Office visit, established patient (10-19 min)
An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition.
121 $38 $127
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of a finger using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
92 $25 $140
Wrist X-ray, minimum 3 views
An imaging test using X-rays to capture at least three different angles of the wrist bones and joints.
63 $29 $143
Endoscopic release of wrist ligament
A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to cut and release ligaments in the wrist.
51 $352 $3,755
Injection of carpal tunnel 46 $68 $290
Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint
Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space.
43 $36 $218
Incision of finger tendon sheath
A surgical procedure to cut open the protective covering of a finger tendon.
40 $182 $2,753
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hand that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
32 $25 $167
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.
32 $10 $94
New patient office visit, 15-29 minutes
An initial office visit for a new patient lasting 15 to 29 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter meets this duration threshold.
32 $51 $219
Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg
An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication.
24 $9 $31
X-ray of hand, 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hand using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
23 $19 $110
Wrist to finger joint removal
Surgical removal of the bones forming the joints between the wrist and the fingers.
21 $572 $3,909
Tendon relocation of forearm or wrist
A surgical procedure to reposition a tendon in the forearm or wrist to restore proper function or alignment.
20 $227 $4,117
Tendon injection at attachment site
A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon where it attaches to bone or muscle.
17 $28 $211
Palm tissue release
A procedure to release tissue in the palm of the hand.
16 $233 $1,540
Joint injection, major joint
Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space.
15 $50 $278
Elbow nerve release or relocation
A surgical procedure to free or reposition a nerve in the elbow area. This is done to relieve pressure or irritation on the nerve.
13 $404 $3,765
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 2023 ↗
$439
Total received (2018-2023)
Avg $73/year across 6 years
Bottom 18% in GA for orthopedic surgery
7
Companies
9
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
$439 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2023
$44
2022
$49
2021
$21
2020
$73
2019
$123
2018
$129

Payments by company (2023)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Anika Therapeutics, Inc.
$44
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2023 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2023) ›
AXOGEN
$129
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$123
Baxter Healthcare
$50
Anika Therapeutics, Inc.
$44
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$43
Skeletal Dynamics Inc
$30
Innovation Technologies Inc
$20
Top 3 companies account for 68.8% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ATTUNE · AxoGuard Nerve Connector · FLOSEAL · Geminus · IRRISEPT · KRYSTEXXA · PREVELEAK · WristMotion
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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

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Geographic Context

Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
34
Per 100K population
21.7
County median income
$50,747
Nearest hospital
PIEDMONT MACON NORTH HOSPITAL
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 2023
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. Floyd is a clinical cardiology specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Floyd experienced with injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Floyd performed 429 injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg 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. Floyd receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Floyd received a total of $439 from 7 companies across 9 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. Floyd's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Macon?
Dr. Floyd's average Medicare payment per service is $59. 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. Floyd) 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 →
About this page

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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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →