Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Charles McBride, M.D.

Family Medicine · Rome, GA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
1825 MARTHA BERRY BLVD NW, Rome, GA 30165
7063788185
In practice since 2006 (20 years)
NPI: 1033142187 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. McBride 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. McBride

Dr. Charles McBride is a family medicine specialist in Rome, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. McBride performed 351 Medicare services across 343 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. McBride received a total of $267 from 3 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 6 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. McBride 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 ▲ 351 Medicare services $267 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
351
Medicare services
Bottom 34% in GA for family medicine
Lower Medicare volume may reflect subspecialty focus, hospital-based work, or a higher share of non-Medicare patients.
343
Unique beneficiaries
$37
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~18 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
3D screening mammography (tomosynthesis)
A screening imaging test of the breast using 3D technology to detect potential abnormalities.
44 $21 $70
Screening mammography
An X-ray of the breast used to detect breast cancer in women who have no signs or symptoms of the disease.
44 $82 $320
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.
40 $14 $80
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum 6 views
An X-ray imaging test that captures at least six views of the lower back and sacral spine to evaluate bone structure and alignment.
30 $33 $120
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.
22 $83 $1,045
Blood draw (venipuncture)
Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample.
19 $8 $15
CT scan of chest, without contrast
A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye.
16 $51 $500
Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views
An X-ray imaging test of the shoulder joint using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
16 $17 $60
Blood creatinine level test
A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function.
16 $5 $30
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.
15 $47 $240
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.
15 $43 $180
MRI of upper spine without contrast
An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine.
14 $74 $940
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
13 $20 $85
X-ray of middle spine, 3 views
An X-ray imaging test that captures three different views of the middle section of the spine to evaluate its structure.
12 $20 $98
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.
12 $21 $70
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views
An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using at least four different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
12 $25 $100
Digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammogram)
A specialized imaging test that creates three-dimensional pictures of the breast tissue to help detect abnormalities.
11 $17 $52
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 ↗
$267
Total received (2018-2023)
Avg $67/year across 4 years
Bottom 37% in GA for family medicine
3
Companies
6
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
$267 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2023
$185
2020
$16
2019
$42
2018
$25

Payments by company (2023)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ATRICURE, INC.
$185
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2023 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2023) ›
ATRICURE, INC.
$185
Abbott Laboratories
$67
Varian Medical Systems, Inc.
$16
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Armada 14 percutaneous catheter · EPI-SENSE GUIDED COAGULATION SYSTEM WITH VISITRAX · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · Supera peripheral stent system · TrueBeam
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

Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
144
Per 100K population
145.5
County median income
$62,540
Nearest hospital
ADVENTHEALTH REDMOND
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. McBride is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. McBride experienced with 3d screening mammography (tomosynthesis)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. McBride performed 44 3d screening mammography (tomosynthesis) 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. McBride receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. McBride received a total of $267 from 3 companies across 6 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. McBride's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Rome?
Dr. McBride's average Medicare payment per service is $37. 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. McBride) 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 →