Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Andrew Voglewede, M.D.

Otolaryngology · Boone, NC
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
870 STATE FARM RD, Boone, NC 28607
8282644545
In practice since 2009 (17 years)
NPI: 1699905315 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Voglewede

Dr. Andrew Voglewede is an otolaryngology specialist in Boone, NC, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Voglewede performed 6,442 Medicare services across 1,581 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Voglewede received a total of $1,676 from 24 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 84 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. Voglewede 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.

✓ 17 years in practice ▲ Top 0% volume in NC $1,676 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
6,442
Medicare services
Top 0% in NC for otolaryngology
1,581
Unique beneficiaries
$24
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~379 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 immunotherapy preparation
A professional service involving the preparation and administration of one or more antigens.
3,365 $11 $28
Allergy injection therapy, multiple injections
A professional service involving the administration of multiple allergen injections.
658 $8 $22
Skin allergy test
A test where small amounts of potential allergens are injected into the skin to check for allergic reactions.
548 $6 $15
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.
378 $87 $246
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.
346 $3 $7
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.
235 $61 $173
Ear wax removal
A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal.
223 $31 $91
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.
110 $36 $108
Flexible laryngoscopy
A diagnostic exam of the voice box using a flexible endoscope to visualize the larynx.
98 $87 $247
Nasal endoscopy
A diagnostic procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the inside of the nasal passages.
74 $133 $361
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.
68 $78 $215
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.
68 $109 $320
Impacted earwax removal by physician
Removal of impacted earwax from one or both ears by a physician on the same day as audiologic testing.
53 $36 $101
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.
49 $78 $212
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.
40 $97 $277
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.
33 $134 $344
Microscopic ear examination
A detailed visual inspection of the ear using a specialized microscope to examine the ear canal and eardrum.
27 $21 $55
New patient office visit, 15-29 minutes
An initial office visit for a new patient lasting 15 to 29 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter meets this duration threshold.
17 $49 $138
Expiratory airflow and volume test
A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed at which you can breathe it out. It evaluates lung function by assessing expiratory airflow and volume.
15 $19 $51
Nasal and throat exam with endoscope
A procedure to visually examine the nose and throat using a thin, flexible tube with a camera. This allows for direct visualization of the internal structures of the upper airway.
13 $74 $224
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.
12 $105 $260
Eardrum incision with tube insertion
A small cut is made in the eardrum to insert a ventilation tube, performed under local or topical anesthesia.
12 $152 $421
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 ↗
$1,676
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $239/year across 7 years
Top 34% in NC for otolaryngology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
24
Companies
84
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
$1,676 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$257
2023
$259
2022
$158
2021
$249
2020
$267
2019
$272
2018
$213

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
GENZYME CORPORATION
$211
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$26
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$19
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
GENZYME CORPORATION
$316
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$292
ALK-Abello, Inc
$196
Optinose US, Inc.
$113
AbbVie Inc.
$86
Acclarent, Inc
$84
kaleo, Inc.
$75
Osiris Therapeutics Inc.
$74
Stryker Corporation
$44
Intersect ENT, Inc.
$44
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$42
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$36
OptiNose US, Inc.
$33
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$32
AbbVie, Inc.
$30
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$26
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$24
Cochlear Americas
$21
DAVOL INC.
$21
Mallinckrodt LLC
$20
Medtronic, Inc.
$19
EAGLE PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$19
Aerin Medical Inc.
$16
USWM, LLC
$12
Top 3 companies account for 48.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCLARENT NAVWIRE Sinus Navigation Guidewire · ARISTA AH · AUVI-Q · Acclarent ENT Navigation System · Aciphex · BARHEMSYS · CLARIFIX · DUPIXENT · DUPIXENT DUPILUMAB INJECTION · Exparel · Flexitouch Plus · GRAFIX/GRAFIXPL/STRAVIX · INSPIRE · Nucleus · OFIRMEV · Odactra · PROPEL · SYMJEPI · SYNTHROID · Synthroid · TruDi NAV Cable · Vivaer RF Stylus · Xhance · Xtandi
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

Otolaryngologists within 10 mi
5
Per 100K population
9.2
County median income
$51,367
Nearest hospital
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER
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. Voglewede is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 17 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. Voglewede experienced with allergy immunotherapy preparation?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Voglewede performed 3,365 allergy immunotherapy preparation 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. Voglewede receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Voglewede received a total of $1,676 from 24 companies across 84 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. Voglewede's costs compare to other otolaryngologists in Boone?
Dr. Voglewede's average Medicare payment per service is $24. 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. Voglewede) 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 →