Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Adam Belanger, M.D.
Critical Care Medicine · Pinehurst, NC
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Belanger
Dr. Adam Belanger is a critical care medicine specialist in Pinehurst, NC, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Belanger performed 2,725 Medicare services across 1,658 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Belanger received a total of $101,318 from 50 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 398 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in critical care medicine. The majority of payments are for speaking programs and promotional activities, reflecting participation in industry-sponsored events. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Belanger 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.
✓ 18 years in practice
▲ Top 6% volume in NC
$101,318 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗2,725
Medicare services
Top 6% in NC for critical care medicine
1,658
Unique beneficiaries
$39
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~151 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 blood test (IgE), per allergen A blood test that measures the level of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies produced in response to a specific crude allergen extract. |
352 | $5 | $24 |
| Pulmonary gas exchange test A test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases. |
269 | $20 | $99 |
| Lung volume test using sensors A test that measures the amount of air in the lungs using sensors. |
249 | $19 | $87 |
| Spirometry test before and after medication A test that measures the amount of air you can exhale and the speed of your breathing before and after taking a medication. |
226 | $14 | $67 |
| Exercise-induced lung stress test A test performed to evaluate how the lungs function during physical exertion. It helps identify breathing difficulties or lung conditions that occur specifically when exercising. |
224 | $12 | $99 |
| 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. |
154 | $88 | $255 |
| 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. |
111 | $60 | $900 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
61 | $64 | $173 |
| 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. |
60 | $110 | $392 |
| Airflow rate measurement test A test that measures the rate of airflow. This procedure assesses how quickly air moves. |
59 | $14 | $55 |
| Lung biopsy via endoscope, 1 lobe A procedure to remove a small sample of lung tissue from one lobe using an endoscope for examination. |
58 | $44 | $367 |
| Computer-assisted navigation of lung airways This procedure uses computer technology to guide an endoscope through the airways of the lungs for precise navigation. |
55 | $69 | $3,181 |
| Bronchoscopy A procedure to examine the airways inside the lungs using a thin, flexible tube with a camera. |
54 | $0 | $321 |
| Bronchoscopy with ultrasound and growth treatment A procedure using a flexible tube with a camera and ultrasound to examine the lung airways and treat any growths found. |
54 | $48 | $302 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
52 | $8 | $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. |
50 | $114 | $342 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
43 | $81 | $245 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
42 | $122 | $477 |
| Endoscopic needle biopsy of windpipe, airway, or lung A procedure where a needle is inserted through an endoscope to collect tissue samples from the windpipe, airway, or lung. |
41 | $87 | $1,072 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
38 | $58 | $169 |
| Bronchoscopy with ultrasound and lymph node sampling A procedure using a scope and ultrasound to examine the airways and collect tissue samples from three or more lymph nodes. |
34 | $171 | $2,431 |
| 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. |
33 | $8 | $40 |
| Smoking cessation counseling, 4-10 minutes A brief counseling session focused on helping patients quit smoking and tobacco use. The provider spends 4 to 10 minutes discussing strategies and support for cessation. |
33 | $13 | $34 |
| 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. |
32 | $63 | $173 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 5 and 10 minutes to discuss medical matters. |
28 | $40 | $104 |
| Bronchial irrigation and suction for cell collection This procedure uses an endoscope to flush and suction the lung airways in order to collect cells for testing. |
27 | $22 | $302 |
| Overnight continuous oxygen level test This test measures oxygen levels in the blood continuously overnight using a device attached to the ear or finger. |
27 | $19 | $105 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 27 | $136 | $487 |
| 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. |
26 | $17 | $91 |
| Placement of radiation therapy markers in lung airways A procedure where small markers are placed into the airways of the lung using an endoscope to assist with radiation therapy targeting. |
23 | $70 | $433 |
| Artery puncture collection of blood sample | 21 | $20 | $185 |
| Blood gas test with oxygen saturation A test that measures the levels of gases in the blood, including oxygen saturation. |
21 | $77 | $134 |
| Bronchoscopy with ultrasound and lymph node sampling A procedure using an endoscope and ultrasound to examine the lung airways and collect samples from 1 to 2 lymph nodes. |
20 | $131 | $367 |
| Kidney function blood test panel | 20 | $9 | $62 |
| Carboxyhemoglobin level test A blood test that measures the amount of carbon monoxide bound to hemoglobin in the blood. |
18 | $12 | $85 |
| Methemoglobin level test A blood test that measures the amount of methemoglobin, a form of hemoglobin that cannot carry oxygen effectively. This quantitative analysis helps determine the level of methemoglobin in the blood. |
18 | $8 | $63 |
| Low dose CT scan of chest for lung cancer screening A specialized CT scan of the chest using a lower radiation dose to screen for lung cancer. |
16 | $86 | $327 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
14 | $81 | $324 |
| Bronchial secretion aspiration via endoscope Removal of initial lung airway secretions using an endoscope. This procedure involves inserting a scope into the airways to clear fluid or mucus. |
12 | $45 | $635 |
| IgE level test A blood test that measures the level of immunoglobulin E (IgE) proteins in the immune system. |
12 | $16 | $91 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound of the heart that uses color to show blood flow, rate, direction, and valve function. |
11 | $97 | $605 |
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.
0.4% high complexity
21.3% medium
78.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$101,318
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $14,474/year across 7 years
Top 5% in NC for critical care medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
50
Companies
398
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.
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$88,304 (87.2%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$12,314 (12.2%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$700 (0.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$17,466
2023
$24,611
2022
$18,329
2021
$19,017
2020
$4,520
2019
$4,693
2018
$12,683
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC.
$15,549
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$368
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$189
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$174
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$132
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$126
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$121
Baxter Healthcare
$90
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$88
Amgen Inc.
$74
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$60
Insmed, Inc.
$53
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$48
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$48
PFIZER INC.
$35
United Therapeutics Corporation
$34
Lilly USA, LLC
$32
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$29
GENZYME CORPORATION
$27
Grifols USA, LLC
$25
Vifor Pharma, Inc.
$23
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$21
Aveo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Pulmonx Corporation
$19
Eisai Inc.
$18
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$17
Incyte Corporation
$17
Avadel CNS Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$16
INOGEN, INC.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 92.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
$64,710
INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC.
$15,549
Cook Incorporated
$11,094
Pulmonx Corporation
$1,459
Auris Health, Inc.
$1,319
Cook Medical LLC
$875
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$737
Boston Scientific Corporation
$700
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$534
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$439
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$438
Grifols USA, LLC
$404
JAZZ PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$350
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$341
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$291
Pinnacle Biologics, Inc
$281
Amgen Inc.
$242
Insmed, Inc.
$188
Seagen Inc.
$147
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$142
Baxter Healthcare
$137
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$111
United Therapeutics Corporation
$78
GENZYME CORPORATION
$72
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$71
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$48
EISAI INC.
$40
Genentech USA, Inc.
$39
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$36
PFIZER INC.
$35
Lilly USA, LLC
$32
Eisai Inc.
$31
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$29
Celgene Corporation
$27
Galvanize Therapeutics, Inc
$25
SERVIER PHARMACEUTICALS LLC
$24
Vifor Pharma, Inc.
$23
BeiGene USA, Inc.
$23
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$22
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$21
HARMONY BIOSCIENCES LLC
$20
Aveo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
Incyte Corporation
$17
Avadel CNS Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$16
CSL Behring
$13
INOGEN, INC.
$13
Exelixis Inc.
$13
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$12
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 90.2% 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 →
The majority of payments (87%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in critical care medicine and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 5% for critical care medicine in NC.
Geographic Context
Critical care medicines within 10 mi
7
Per 100K population
6.8
County median income
$82,837
Nearest hospital
FIRSTHEALTH MOORE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
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. Belanger is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in NC), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 5% of NC peers, with 18 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. Belanger experienced with allergy blood test (ige), per allergen?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Belanger performed 352 allergy blood test (ige), per allergen 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. Belanger receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Belanger received a total of $101,318 from 50 companies across 398 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. Belanger's costs compare to other critical care medicines in Pinehurst?
Dr. Belanger's average Medicare payment per service is $39. 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. Belanger) 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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