Medicare Enrolled
Dr. George Branovacki, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Orland Park, IL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
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. Branovacki
Dr. George Branovacki is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Orland Park, IL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Branovacki performed 45,589 Medicare services across 7,942 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Branovacki received a total of $22,933 from 15 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 93 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Branovacki 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 0% volume in IL
$22,933 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗45,589
Medicare services
Top 0% in IL for orthopedic surgery
7,942
Unique beneficiaries
$27
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~2,279 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joint lubricant injection (Durolane) An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative, specifically Durolane, administered directly into a joint space. |
13,380 | $5 | $25 |
| Extended-release steroid injection (Zilretta) An injection of triamcinolone acetonide using a preservative-free, extended-release microsphere formulation. The dosage is measured in milligrams. |
13,088 | $13 | $31 |
| Joint lubricant injection (Synvisc) | 4,546 | $7 | $19 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
4,030 | $1 | $50 |
| 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. |
2,465 | $67 | $182 |
| Ultrasound-guided large joint aspiration or injection This procedure uses ultrasound imaging to guide the removal of fluid from or the injection of medication into a large joint. |
2,320 | $97 | $532 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
1,207 | $35 | $158 |
| X-ray of both knees, standing An X-ray image of both knees taken while the patient is standing to assess bone alignment and joint space under weight-bearing conditions. |
1,149 | $32 | $109 |
| Orthovisc intra-articular injection An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative into a joint space to provide lubrication and cushioning. |
601 | $98 | $850 |
| Pelvis X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the pelvic area using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
564 | $22 | $164 |
| 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. |
452 | $37 | $141 |
| 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. |
323 | $96 | $257 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
201 | $42 | $344 |
| 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. |
195 | $41 | $219 |
| 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. |
159 | $133 | $302 |
| Total knee replacement | 147 | $1,086 | $12,595 |
| Computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure A surgical procedure involving muscles or bones that utilizes computer technology to assist with planning or execution. |
146 | $124 | $502 |
| 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. |
139 | $75 | $213 |
| X-ray of both hips, minimum of 5 views An X-ray imaging test that captures at least five different views of both hip joints to evaluate bone structure and alignment. |
92 | $47 | $191 |
| Total hip replacement Surgical procedure to replace the thigh bone and hip joint with artificial components. |
85 | $1,072 | $24,190 |
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
84 | $16 | $114 |
| Hyaluronan intra-articular injection An injection of hyaluronan or a derivative into a joint to provide lubrication and cushioning. |
47 | $535 | $1,406 |
| 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. |
46 | $99 | $2,430 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
38 | $117 | $1,952 |
| Functional activity therapy A therapy procedure that utilizes functional activities as part of the treatment process. |
29 | $28 | $104 |
| Limited ultrasound of joint or extremity A focused ultrasound exam of a specific joint or other structure in the arm or leg, excluding blood vessels. |
21 | $35 | $165 |
| X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the thigh bone using at least two different angles to visualize the bone structure. |
19 | $31 | $117 |
| X-ray of multiple joints An X-ray imaging test that captures images of several joints simultaneously to evaluate their structure and alignment. |
16 | $39 | $185 |
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.
0.8% high complexity
84.1% medium
15.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$22,933
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,276/year across 7 years
Top 18% in IL for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
15
Companies
93
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.
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$21,131 (92.1%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$1,320 (5.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$481 (2.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$12,830
2023
$3,042
2022
$633
2021
$5,914
2020
$317
2019
$178
2018
$18
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$12,780
Globus Medical, Inc.
$50
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$18,438
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$2,981
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$683
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$419
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$99
Dynasplint Systems Inc.
$83
Argentum Medical
$54
Globus Medical, Inc.
$50
Medtronic, Inc.
$23
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$21
ConvaTec Inc.
$19
Horizon Pharma plc
$18
Medacta USA, Inc.
$16
CooperSurgical, Inc.
$15
Ethicon US, LLC
$13
Top 3 companies account for 96.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AQUACEL AG+ EXTRA · AQUAMANTYS · Alloclassic Zweymuller · DUEXIS · Dynasplint · LEGION Revision · Laparoscopic Instruments · Legacy Stelkast Hip · Legion Hinge · MOTO Uni · NAVIO · Oxford · PENNSAID · PICO Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy · Persona · RAYOS · REDAPT · SL-PLUS · STRATAFIX · TANDEM · Tincture of Benzoin · Velys · Zilretta
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 →
The majority of payments (92%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers.
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
437
Per 100K population
8.4
County median income
$81,797
Nearest hospital
PALOS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
6.7 mi
6.7 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. Branovacki is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in IL), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 18% of IL 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. Branovacki experienced with joint lubricant injection (durolane)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Branovacki performed 13,380 joint lubricant injection (durolane) 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. Branovacki receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Branovacki received a total of $22,933 from 15 companies across 93 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. Branovacki's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Orland Park?
Dr. Branovacki'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. Branovacki) 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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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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