Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Kimberly Whiton, FNP
Registered Nurse · Troutman, NC
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
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.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Whiton from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Whiton
Dr. Kimberly Whiton is a registered nurse in Troutman, NC, with 5 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Whiton performed 2,462 Medicare services across 1,605 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Whiton received a total of $3,141 from 22 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 124 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in registered nurse. 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. Whiton 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.
✓ 5 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in NC
$3,141 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗2,462
Medicare services
Top 2% in NC for registered nurse
1,605
Unique beneficiaries
$25
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~492 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
331 | $66 | $168 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
277 | $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. |
257 | $8 | $29 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
238 | $10 | $54 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
189 | $13 | $58 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
184 | $16 | $70 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
117 | $9 | $46 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
105 | $2 | $17 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
89 | $100 | $170 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
72 | $9 | $61 |
| Urine culture, bacterial colony count A laboratory test that measures the number of bacteria growing in a urine sample to help identify infections. |
72 | $8 | $36 |
| Urine microalbumin test A laboratory test that measures the amount of a specific protein called microalbumin in a urine sample. This analysis helps assess kidney function. |
49 | $6 | $25 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
48 | $28 | $72 |
| 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. |
35 | $8 | $61 |
| 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. |
32 | $15 | $50 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
32 | $3 | $22 |
| Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV20) An intramuscular injection of the 20-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. It is used to protect against diseases caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. |
29 | $272 | $350 |
| Pneumonia vaccine administration This procedure involves the injection of a vaccine to protect against pneumococcal disease. It is administered by a healthcare provider. |
27 | $29 | $45 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
23 | $15 | $73 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
23 | $14 | $77 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
22 | $19 | $60 |
| Respiratory virus detection test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus and influenza viruses. |
19 | $45 | $140 |
| 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. |
18 | $12 | $25 |
| C-reactive protein test (inflammation marker) A blood test that measures the level of C-reactive protein to detect the presence of infection or inflammation in the body. |
17 | $5 | $36 |
| Iron level test | 16 | $6 | $46 |
| 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. |
16 | $9 | $41 |
| 3D screening mammography (tomosynthesis) A screening imaging test of the breast using 3D technology to detect potential abnormalities. |
15 | $21 | $125 |
| Screening mammography An X-ray of the breast used to detect breast cancer in women who have no signs or symptoms of the disease. |
15 | $80 | $267 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
15 | $13 | $61 |
| Urine culture, bacterial identification A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria from a urine sample to detect infections. |
14 | $8 | $29 |
| Antibiotic sensitivity test A laboratory test that determines which antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals are effective against a specific microorganism using microdilution or agar dilution methods. |
14 | $8 | $28 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, preservative-free A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus, formulated without preservatives, administered in a 0.5 ml dose. |
14 | $19 | $38 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
14 | $29 | $45 |
| 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. |
12 | $28 | $214 |
| Stool test for hidden blood (FIT) A laboratory test that analyzes a stool sample to detect hidden blood using an immunoassay method. |
12 | $15 | $47 |
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 ↗$3,141
Total received (2021-2024)
Avg $785/year across 4 years
Top 4% in NC for registered nurse
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
22
Companies
124
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
$3,141 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$972
2023
$856
2022
$689
2021
$624
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$289
Novo Nordisk Inc
$175
Lilly USA, LLC
$96
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$91
Amgen Inc.
$73
ABBVIE INC.
$65
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$39
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$33
Dexcom, Inc.
$23
Abbott Laboratories
$23
Exact Sciences Corporation
$21
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18
PFIZER INC.
$13
Tolmar, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 57.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2021-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$932
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$697
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$554
Lilly USA, LLC
$193
Amgen Inc.
$123
ABBVIE INC.
$103
PFIZER INC.
$98
Abbott Laboratories
$71
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$47
Exact Sciences Corporation
$40
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$39
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$33
Tolmar, Inc.
$30
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$30
Dexcom, Inc.
$23
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$23
Boston Scientific Corporation
$21
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$18
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$17
VBI Vaccines (Delaware) Inc.
$16
Shield Therapeutics Inc
$15
Top 3 companies account for 69.5% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACCRUFER · AIRSUPRA · ANORO ELLIPTA · BREZTRI · CAPVAXIVE · Cologuard Collection Kit · Dexcom G6 Transmitter · ELIQUIS · EMGALITY · EVENITY · FARXIGA · FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · GARDASIL · GLASSIA · JARDIANCE · JATENZO · Livalo · MOUNJARO · NURTEC ODT · Otezla · Ozempic · PREVNAR 13 · PreHevbrio · QULIPTA · Rybelsus · SHINGRIX · Saxenda · TRELEGY ELLIPTA · TRULICITY · TRUMENBA · UBRELVY · VOQUEZNA · VRAYLAR · Veozah · Wegovy · XIFAXAN
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 4% for registered nurse in NC.
Geographic Context
Registered nurses within 10 mi
148
Per 100K population
77.2
County median income
$78,678
Nearest hospital
IREDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC
5.1 mi
5.1 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. Whiton is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in NC), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 4% of NC peers.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Whiton experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Whiton performed 331 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) 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. Whiton receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Whiton received a total of $3,141 from 22 companies across 124 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. Whiton's costs compare to other registered nurses in Troutman?
Dr. Whiton's average Medicare payment per service is $25. 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. Whiton) 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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