Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Michael Marushack, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Southport, NC
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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Marushack
Dr. Michael Marushack is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Southport, NC, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Marushack performed 3,746 Medicare services across 2,237 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Marushack received a total of $11,123 from 22 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 60 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. 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. Marushack 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 13% volume in NC
$11,123 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗3,746
Medicare services
Top 13% in NC for orthopedic surgery
2,237
Unique beneficiaries
$93
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~197 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
1,216 | $1 | $3 |
| 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. |
739 | $90 | $312 |
| Knee X-ray, 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures. |
277 | $29 | $108 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
258 | $48 | $253 |
| 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. |
157 | $65 | $221 |
| Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views An X-ray imaging test of the shoulder joint using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
154 | $25 | $89 |
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
131 | $30 | $95 |
| 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. |
116 | $35 | $114 |
| Total knee replacement | 99 | $966 | $4,409 |
| 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. |
92 | $115 | $407 |
| Musculoskeletal surgical navigation with imaging guidance A surgical procedure that uses imaging technology to guide orthopedic operations on the musculoskeletal system. |
80 | $110 | $375 |
| Total hip replacement Surgical procedure to replace the thigh bone and hip joint with artificial components. |
51 | $973 | $4,391 |
| MRI of arm joint, without contrast An MRI scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the arm joint. This specific procedure is performed without the use of a contrast dye. |
50 | $103 | $637 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
49 | $37 | $116 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
38 | $37 | $116 |
| Partial collarbone removal via endoscope This procedure involves the surgical removal of a portion of the collarbone (clavicle) using an endoscope, a small camera inserted through a tiny incision to guide the surgeon. |
31 | $328 | $2,320 |
| Total shoulder joint prosthetic repair Surgical replacement of the shoulder joint with a prosthetic device. This procedure involves removing damaged joint components and inserting artificial parts to restore function. |
30 | $1,106 | $5,704 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
27 | $99 | $636 |
| Wrist X-ray, minimum 3 views An imaging test using X-rays to capture at least three different angles of the wrist bones and joints. |
24 | $31 | $107 |
| Elbow X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the elbow joint that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
20 | $23 | $79 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder surgery for bone shaving and ligament repair A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to shave part of the shoulder bone and repair a ligament. |
18 | $132 | $705 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area. |
18 | $31 | $97 |
| 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. |
18 | $28 | $93 |
| Repair of chronic torn shoulder rotator cuff Surgical repair of a long-standing tear in the shoulder's rotator cuff tendons to restore function and reduce pain. |
15 | $626 | $2,919 |
| Anchoring of biceps tendon | 13 | $310 | $2,553 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
13 | $14 | $44 |
| 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. |
12 | $36 | $137 |
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.
4.5% high complexity
43.5% medium
52.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$11,123
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,589/year across 7 years
Top 29% in NC for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
22
Companies
60
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
$9,658 (86.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$1,122 (10.1%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$344 (3.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,420
2023
$2,162
2022
$277
2021
$315
2020
$254
2019
$4,329
2018
$1,365
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
EXACTECH, INC.
$1,489
Stryker Corporation
$540
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$344
Curonix LLC
$48
Top 3 companies account for 98.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$4,080
EXACTECH, INC.
$2,901
Stryker Corporation
$1,116
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$933
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$344
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$314
Davol Inc.
$290
SouthTech Orthopedics
$189
ORGANOGENESIS INC.
$178
TriCoast Surgical Solutions LLC
$164
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$160
Anika Therapeutics, Inc.
$116
Linvatec Corporation
$98
Curonix LLC
$48
Ethicon US, LLC
$47
KCI USA, Inc.
$30
Medacta USA, Inc.
$28
Nalu Medical, Inc.
$24
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$19
Radius Health, Inc.
$18
Avanos Medical
$17
Boston Scientific Corporation
$12
Top 3 companies account for 72.8% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTIS · ACTIVAC · ARISTA AH FlexiTip · ATTUNE · AXSOS · BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION · COMBOGESIC IV · EQUINOXE · EXPAREL · Enseal · GENERAL - PAIN MANAGEMENT · GMK Sphere · HOFFMANN · INHANCE · Journey II BCS · LIVATEC KNEE PRESERVATION SYSTEM · MAKO · Nalu Neurostimulation System · Navio Surgical System · PNS FREEDOM-4A PERMANENT NEUROSTIMULATOR RECEIVER KIT CHANNEL A · Puraply · Puraply Antimicrobial · REUNION · STRATAFIX · SYNVISC-ONE · TORNIER PERFORM REVERSED GLENOID · TRIATHLON · TRIVISC SODIUM HYALURONATE · Tactoset · Tymlos · 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 →
Most payments (87%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
38
Per 100K population
26.0
County median income
$74,034
Nearest hospital
J ARTHUR DOSHER MEMORIAL 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. Marushack is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 13% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 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. Marushack experienced with steroid injection (triamcinolone)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Marushack performed 1,216 steroid injection (triamcinolone) 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. Marushack receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Marushack received a total of $11,123 from 22 companies across 60 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. Marushack's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Southport?
Dr. Marushack's average Medicare payment per service is $93. 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. Marushack) 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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