Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Praneetha Musty, MBBS/MD
Rheumatology · Smyrna, 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. Musty 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. Musty
Dr. Praneetha Musty is a rheumatology specialist in Smyrna, GA, with 13 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Musty performed 1,148 Medicare services across 807 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Musty received a total of $10,883 from 40 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 682 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in rheumatology. 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. Musty 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.
✓ 13 years in practice
▲ 1,148 Medicare services
$10,883 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,148
Medicare services
Bottom 40% in GA for rheumatology
807
Unique beneficiaries
$21
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~88 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. |
118 | $72 | $167 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
112 | $18 | $40 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
92 | $8 | $9 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
91 | $10 | $55 |
| 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. |
89 | $8 | $25 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
83 | $6 | $20 |
| 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. |
81 | $5 | $20 |
| 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. |
79 | $4 | $20 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
76 | $12 | $80 |
| 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. |
45 | $4 | $20 |
| 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. |
39 | $106 | $319 |
| DNA antibody test (native or double-stranded) A blood test that measures the level of antibodies targeting native or double-stranded DNA. This test is used to detect the presence of these specific antibodies in the body. |
38 | $13 | $75 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 32 | $6 | $30 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
31 | $29 | $90 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
31 | $40 | $130 |
| Immunoassay substance analysis, multiple step method A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to analyze a substance. The process involves multiple steps to detect or measure the target material. |
26 | $11 | $40 |
| 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. |
22 | $27 | $90 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
21 | $2 | $15 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
16 | $13 | $40 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
15 | $3 | $15 |
| 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. |
11 | $34 | $202 |
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 ↗$10,883
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,555/year across 7 years
Top 33% in GA for rheumatology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
40
Companies
682
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
$10,810 (99.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$73 (0.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$695
2023
$1,534
2022
$3,298
2021
$2,351
2020
$1,024
2019
$1,885
2018
$97
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$133
UCB, Inc.
$77
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$73
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$69
ABBVIE INC.
$65
Genentech USA, Inc.
$49
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$44
Amgen Inc.
$41
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$34
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$28
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$28
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$24
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$21
Organon Llc
$9
Top 3 companies account for 40.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Amgen Inc.
$2,470
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$1,017
PFIZER INC.
$994
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$747
ABBVIE INC.
$696
UCB, Inc.
$601
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$578
Genentech USA, Inc.
$559
Lilly USA, LLC
$512
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$352
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$333
AbbVie Inc.
$316
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$302
AbbVie, Inc.
$205
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$149
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$149
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$134
Horizon Pharma plc
$97
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$94
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$87
Abbott Laboratories
$66
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$59
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$53
Novo Nordisk Inc
$49
GENZYME CORPORATION
$29
Celgene Corporation
$24
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$21
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
Sandoz Inc.
$19
GRT US Holding, Inc.
$15
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$15
Radius Health, Inc.
$15
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$14
Eisai Inc.
$14
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$13
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$13
Corcept Therapeutics
$13
Organon Llc
$9
Top 3 companies account for 41.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · AMJEVITA · Actemra · BAQSIMI · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COLOGUARD · COSENTYX · Cimzia · Crysvita · Dayvigo · EMGALITY · EVENITY · EVUSHELD · Enbrel · FREESTYLE LIBRE · FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · GVOKE PFS · HUMIRA · HYRIMOZ · Humira · INFLECTRA · JARDIANCE · KEVZARA · KRISTALOSE · KRYSTEXXA · Kerendia · Korlym · LUPKYNIS · LYRICA · LYUMJEV · Mitigare · OFEV · OPSUMIT · ORENCIA · Otezla · Ozempic · PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL · Prolia · Qutenza · RAYOS · REDITREX · REMICADE · RENFLEXIS · RINVOQ · RYBELSUS · Rinvoq · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · STELARA · Strensiq · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TEPEZZA · TREMFYA · Truxima · Tymlos · XELJANZ
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 (99%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Rheumatologists within 10 mi
75
Per 100K population
9.8
County median income
$98,712
Nearest hospital
RIDGEVIEW INSTITUTE
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. Musty is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Musty experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Musty performed 118 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. Musty receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Musty received a total of $10,883 from 40 companies across 682 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. Musty's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Smyrna?
Dr. Musty's average Medicare payment per service is $21. 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. Musty) 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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