Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Rhonda Williams, MD
Internal Medicine · Waycross, 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
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Williams
Dr. Rhonda Williams is an internal medicine specialist in Waycross, GA, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Williams performed 11,900 Medicare services across 5,087 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Williams received a total of $7,925 from 60 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 544 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in internal 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. Williams 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 2% volume in GA
$7,925 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗11,900
Medicare services
Top 2% in GA for internal medicine
5,087
Unique beneficiaries
$27
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~595 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
1,374 | $42 | $70 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 1,140 | $18 | $29 |
| 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. |
902 | $83 | $156 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
694 | $8 | $10 |
| 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. |
602 | $8 | $35 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
581 | $10 | $110 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
519 | $16 | $55 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
512 | $9 | $40 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
472 | $0 | $1 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
411 | $13 | $70 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
377 | $7 | $32 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
376 | $0 | $30 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
330 | $9 | $35 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
322 | $10 | $42 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
280 | $3 | $20 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
213 | $122 | $228 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
200 | $5 | $28 |
| 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. |
189 | $59 | $100 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
177 | $29 | $90 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
170 | $120 | $177 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
163 | $34 | $50 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
156 | $16 | $49 |
| Influenza virus detection test A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the influenza virus through direct visual observation. |
142 | $16 | $42 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
112 | $14 | $110 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
108 | $0 | $15 |
| SARS-CoV-2 immunoassay test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus. |
107 | $34 | $125 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
104 | $15 | $89 |
| 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. |
88 | $10 | $75 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
81 | $1 | $10 |
| Multiplex respiratory virus test (COVID-19, flu, RSV) A laboratory test that uses a multiplex amplified probe technique to detect severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), influenza virus types A and B, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). |
77 | $140 | $200 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 125 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, with a dosage of up to 125 mg. |
69 | $4 | $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. |
64 | $6 | $100 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
62 | $5 | $20 |
| Drug test with direct observation A drug screening test performed under direct observation to ensure the sample is provided correctly. This method is used to verify the integrity of the specimen collection process. |
55 | $12 | $40 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
52 | $13 | $43 |
| Annual depression screening | 52 | $17 | $26 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
49 | $8 | $75 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
49 | $25 | $87 |
| 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. |
45 | $38 | $100 |
| Iron level test | 42 | $6 | $31 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
42 | $9 | $35 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, cell-culture derived A flu shot containing four strains of influenza virus, produced using cell culture technology rather than eggs. This formulation is free from preservatives and antibiotics. |
35 | $33 | $65 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
33 | $117 | $1,050 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
33 | $29 | $35 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
33 | $19 | $63 |
| 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. |
30 | $29 | $80 |
| Transitional care management, high complexity Coordination of care for a patient transitioning from a short-term hospital stay or other facility to home or another care setting. This service addresses a high-complexity medical problem. |
22 | $205 | $270 |
| Emergency department visit, moderate complexity An emergency department visit for an established or new patient involving a moderate level of medical decision making. |
18 | $83 | $854 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
17 | $38 | $150 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
16 | $29 | $92 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
16 | $3 | $25 |
| 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. |
14 | $34 | $250 |
| Emergency department visit, high complexity An emergency department visit involving a high level of medical decision making. |
14 | $123 | $1,244 |
| Annual wellness visit, initial visit A yearly appointment to review your health and create a personalized prevention plan. This initial visit focuses on preventive care and health assessment. |
13 | $155 | $204 |
| 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. |
12 | $96 | $255 |
| 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 | $155 | $250 |
| 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. |
11 | $42 | $72 |
| Transitional care management services, moderate complexity Services provided to coordinate care during the transition from an inpatient or other facility setting back to the community. This includes follow-up and management of a health problem of at least moderate complexity. |
11 | $151 | $300 |
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.
0.3% high complexity
21.8% medium
77.9% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$7,925
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,132/year across 7 years
Top 10% in GA for internal medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
60
Companies
544
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
$7,925 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,311
2023
$1,249
2022
$812
2021
$805
2020
$790
2019
$1,568
2018
$1,390
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novo Nordisk Inc
$229
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$175
Amgen Inc.
$105
PFIZER INC.
$103
Exact Sciences Corporation
$79
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$76
ABBVIE INC.
$57
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$57
Boston Scientific Corporation
$54
Dexcom, Inc.
$51
Lilly USA, LLC
$41
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$40
Abbott Laboratories
$37
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$32
Baxter Healthcare
$24
Corcept Therapeutics
$20
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$19
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$19
ABIOMED
$18
Lundbeck LLC
$16
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 38.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,413
Amgen Inc.
$775
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$716
PFIZER INC.
$644
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$365
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$332
Lilly USA, LLC
$259
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$240
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$211
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$207
AbbVie Inc.
$204
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$167
ABBVIE INC.
$134
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$133
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$130
Boston Scientific Corporation
$127
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$105
Allergan Inc.
$104
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$96
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$95
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$91
Allergan, Inc.
$86
Corcept Therapeutics
$81
Exact Sciences Corporation
$79
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$79
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$77
Corium, LLC
$73
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$69
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$66
Abbott Laboratories
$63
Dexcom, Inc.
$51
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$49
Genentech USA, Inc.
$47
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$37
Ironshore Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$36
Neos Therapeutics, LP
$34
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$32
AbbVie, Inc.
$30
Radius Health, Inc.
$29
SANOFI PASTEUR INC.
$29
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$27
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$25
Baxter Healthcare
$24
Almatica Pharma LLC
$19
ABIOMED
$18
Averitas Pharma Inc.
$18
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$17
Lundbeck LLC
$16
Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Eisai Inc.
$16
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Shire North American Group Inc
$15
Neurelis, Inc.
$15
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$15
Valeritas, Inc.
$13
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$13
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$12
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$12
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$12
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 36.6% 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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians. Total industry engagement is in the top 10% for internal medicine in GA.
Geographic Context
Internal medicine physicians within 10 mi
15
Per 100K population
41.7
County median income
$44,833
Nearest hospital
Memorial Satilla Health
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. Williams is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in GA), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 10% 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. Williams experienced with chronic care management, first 20 min/month?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Williams performed 1,374 chronic care management, first 20 min/month 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. Williams receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Williams received a total of $7,925 from 60 companies across 544 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. Williams's costs compare to other internal medicine physicians in Waycross?
Dr. Williams's average Medicare payment per service is $27. 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. Williams) 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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