Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ryan Kauffman, M.D.
Otolaryngology · Marietta, 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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Kauffman
Dr. Ryan Kauffman is an otolaryngology specialist in Marietta, GA, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kauffman performed 5,206 Medicare services across 1,939 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kauffman received a total of $5,471 from 32 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 174 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in otolaryngology. 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. Kauffman 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.
✓ 18 years in practice
▲ Top 4% volume in GA
$5,471 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗5,206
Medicare services
Top 4% in GA for otolaryngology
1,939
Unique beneficiaries
$43
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~289 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allergy skin test A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens. |
1,120 | $3 | $19 |
| 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. |
732 | $65 | $202 |
| Skin allergy test A test where small amounts of potential allergens are injected into the skin to check for allergic reactions. |
672 | $6 | $22 |
| Allergy immunotherapy preparation A professional service involving the preparation and administration of one or more antigens. |
657 | $11 | $36 |
| Allergy injection therapy, multiple injections A professional service involving the administration of multiple allergen injections. |
608 | $9 | $79 |
| 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. |
243 | $96 | $298 |
| Nasal endoscopy A diagnostic procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the inside of the nasal passages. |
233 | $135 | $593 |
| 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. |
210 | $77 | $300 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
136 | $123 | $457 |
| Flexible laryngoscopy A diagnostic exam of the voice box using a flexible endoscope to visualize the larynx. |
111 | $97 | $322 |
| 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. |
111 | $81 | $324 |
| CT scan of face, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the facial structures. This procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
81 | $104 | $986 |
| Vocal cord movement assessment with endoscope This procedure uses an endoscope to examine the movement of the vocal cords. It allows for the visual assessment of how the vocal cord flaps function. |
46 | $144 | $594 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
34 | $92 | $1,594 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
32 | $29 | $223 |
| Middle ear function test A diagnostic test used to evaluate how well the middle ear is functioning. |
24 | $13 | $40 |
| Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test A diagnostic evaluation that assesses hearing ability and the capacity to understand spoken words. The test measures how well a patient can detect sounds and recognize speech. |
19 | $29 | $103 |
| Eardrum incision with tube insertion A small cut is made in the eardrum to insert a ventilation tube, performed under local or topical anesthesia. |
14 | $149 | $697 |
| Auditory brainstem response test A test that measures how the brain responds to sound to help diagnose nervous system disorders. The results are interpreted and reported by a medical professional. |
14 | $62 | $262 |
| Functional capacity test, per 15 minutes A test or measurement to assess functional capacity. The service is billed for each 15-minute increment. |
14 | $25 | $86 |
| Balance testing with recording A procedure to evaluate balance function by recording the results during testing. |
13 | $86 | $335 |
| Endoscopic sinus dilation A procedure that widens the nasal sinuses using an endoscope to improve drainage and airflow. |
12 | $1,631 | $7,210 |
| Intraoperative ultrasound guidance Use of ultrasound imaging during a surgical procedure to help guide the surgeon's actions. |
12 | $48 | $179 |
| VEMP testing of inner ear nerve branches This test evaluates the function of the upper and lower branches of the inner ear nerve. It includes the performance of the test along with interpretation and a written report. |
12 | $105 | $302 |
| Vestibular function test using rotating chair This test evaluates eye movement and balance function by having the patient sit in a rotating chair. It helps assess how the inner ear and brain coordinate to maintain stability. |
12 | $101 | $363 |
| Use of electrodes during balance testing Application of electrodes to monitor physiological responses during a balance assessment. |
12 | $8 | $30 |
| Computer-assisted neurosurgery outside brain covering A surgical procedure using computer guidance to operate on areas outside the membrane covering the brain. |
11 | $137 | $835 |
| Vestibular function test with thermal irrigation A test that assesses balance by irrigating both ears with warm and cool fluids to evaluate inner ear function. |
11 | $32 | $127 |
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.
0.2% high complexity
20.7% medium
79.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$5,471
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $782/year across 7 years
Top 8% in GA for otolaryngology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
32
Companies
174
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
$5,241 (95.8%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$131 (2.4%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$99 (1.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$974
2023
$668
2022
$702
2021
$284
2020
$397
2019
$632
2018
$1,814
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
GENZYME CORPORATION
$305
Medtronic, Inc.
$193
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$99
Itamar Medical Inc
$78
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$72
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$65
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$65
Optinose US, Inc.
$57
kaleo, Inc.
$20
AERIN MEDICAL INC.
$20
Top 3 companies account for 61.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$1,614
GENZYME CORPORATION
$835
OptiNose US, Inc.
$372
Intersect ENT, Inc.
$363
Optinose US, Inc.
$261
Medtronic, Inc.
$260
Acclarent, Inc
$258
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$183
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$154
Stryker Corporation
$148
kaleo, Inc.
$134
Aerin Medical Inc.
$124
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$103
ALK-Abello, Inc
$102
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$99
Itamar Medical Inc
$78
Fortovia Therapeutics, Inc.
$48
AERIN MEDICAL INC.
$45
Kaleo, Inc.
$42
Neurent Medical Limited
$27
Ethicon US, LLC
$27
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$26
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$22
Oticon Medical, LLC
$22
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$21
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$17
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$17
Boston Scientific Corporation
$16
Phadia US Inc.
$14
Olympus America Inc.
$13
Cochlear Americas
$13
Entellus Medical, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 51.5% 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 (96%) 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 otolaryngology in GA.
Geographic Context
Otolaryngologists within 10 mi
140
Per 100K population
18.2
County median income
$98,712
Nearest hospital
WELLSTAR KENNESTONE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
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. Kauffman is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 8% of GA peers, with 18 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. Kauffman experienced with allergy skin test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kauffman performed 1,120 allergy skin test 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. Kauffman receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kauffman received a total of $5,471 from 32 companies across 174 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. Kauffman's costs compare to other otolaryngologists in Marietta?
Dr. Kauffman's average Medicare payment per service is $43. 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. Kauffman) 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.
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