Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mark Armitage, M.D.
Family Medicine · Wilmington, 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
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Armitage 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. Armitage
Dr. Mark Armitage is a family medicine specialist in Wilmington, NC, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Armitage performed 6,962 Medicare services across 1,404 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Armitage received a total of $10,534 from 54 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 527 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in family medicine. 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. Armitage 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 2% volume in NC
$10,534 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,962
Medicare services
Top 2% in NC for family medicine
1,404
Unique beneficiaries
$21
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~348 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 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. |
2,480 | $3 | $10 |
| Allergy immunotherapy preparation A professional service involving the preparation and administration of one or more antigens. |
2,050 | $11 | $24 |
| 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. |
555 | $88 | $131 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
268 | $44 | $70 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
140 | $4 | $6 |
| Neuropsychological test evaluation, first hour A professional assessment of cognitive and behavioral functioning using standardized tests. This service covers the initial hour of the evaluation process. |
133 | $81 | $150 |
| Psychological test administration, first 30 minutes A technician administers psychological or neuropsychological testing for the first 30 minutes. |
132 | $21 | $45 |
| Destruction of precancerous skin growths, 2-14 This procedure involves the removal or destruction of two to fourteen precancerous skin lesions. It is performed to eliminate abnormal skin cells that have the potential to develop into cancer. |
106 | $5 | $6 |
| Annual depression screening | 105 | $17 | $20 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
102 | $10 | $13 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It allows healthcare providers to examine the structure and blood flow within these arteries. |
94 | $52 | $155 |
| 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. |
70 | $2 | $4 |
| Autonomic nervous system function test This test evaluates how well the sympathetic nervous system is functioning. It assesses the automatic control of bodily processes such as heart rate and blood pressure. |
69 | $71 | $250 |
| Autonomic nervous system testing with heart rate response to deep breathing This test evaluates the function of the autonomic nervous system by measuring how the heart rate changes in response to deep breathing. |
64 | $47 | $200 |
| Electromyography of arm or leg muscles A test that measures the electrical activity in the muscles of the arm or leg using a needle electrode. It helps evaluate the health of muscles and the nerve cells that control them. |
52 | $67 | $106 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
52 | $1 | $5 |
| 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. |
51 | $34 | $64 |
| Annual wellness visit, follow-up A follow-up annual wellness visit that includes a personalized prevention plan of service. |
46 | $122 | $150 |
| COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen. |
42 | $50 | $100 |
| Hemoglobin blood test A blood test that measures the amount of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. |
36 | $2 | $3 |
| Electrocardiogram, 1-3 leads with physician review A heart rhythm test using one to three electrodes to record electrical activity, with interpretation by a physician. |
34 | $9 | $25 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
32 | $94 | $250 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
32 | $0 | $1 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
30 | $10 | $25 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
30 | $1 | $3 |
| 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. |
29 | $135 | $200 |
| Influenza virus nucleic acid detection test A laboratory test that uses nucleic acid technology to detect multiple types of influenza virus. |
25 | $94 | $100 |
| 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. |
21 | $62 | $105 |
| Destruction of precancerous skin growth, 1 Removal of a single precancerous skin growth. This procedure destroys abnormal skin cells to prevent them from developing into cancer. |
16 | $44 | $80 |
| 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. |
16 | $9 | $17 |
| Strep A rapid test A rapid test to detect Group A Streptococcus bacteria using an immunoassay method with direct visual observation. |
14 | $14 | $17 |
| 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. |
13 | $96 | $210 |
| Nerve conduction studies, 11-12 A diagnostic test that measures how well nerves send electrical signals. It involves performing 11 to 12 separate nerve conduction studies. |
12 | $175 | $284 |
| Online digital E/M service, established patient, 21+ minutes An online digital evaluation and management service for an established patient. This service requires a total time of 21 or more minutes over a period of up to 7 days. |
11 | $36 | $60 |
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 ↗$10,534
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,505/year across 7 years
Top 4% in NC for family medicine
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
54
Companies
527
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
$10,465 (99.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$69 (0.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,844
2023
$1,800
2022
$1,220
2021
$1,631
2020
$761
2019
$1,859
2018
$1,418
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$518
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$248
ABBVIE INC.
$173
Lilly USA, LLC
$171
CVRx, Inc.
$134
Novo Nordisk Inc
$77
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$74
PFIZER INC.
$66
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$61
Exact Sciences Corporation
$47
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$45
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$45
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$37
Amgen Inc.
$34
Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$27
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$20
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$17
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$14
Top 3 companies account for 50.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$2,352
Novo Nordisk Inc
$1,507
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$1,155
Lilly USA, LLC
$701
PFIZER INC.
$536
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$416
AbbVie Inc.
$324
ABBVIE INC.
$300
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$281
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$256
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$251
Corium, LLC
$180
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$174
Amgen Inc.
$169
Boston Scientific Corporation
$164
Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$145
CVRx, Inc.
$134
US WorldMeds, LLC
$125
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$112
Shire North American Group Inc
$86
Exact Sciences Corporation
$83
Mylan Specialty L.P.
$75
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$74
Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc.
$64
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$61
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$60
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$59
Abbott Laboratories
$56
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$50
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$47
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$45
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$44
Tris Pharma Inc
$38
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$32
Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
$31
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$30
Neos Therapeutics, LP
$29
Genentech USA, Inc.
$29
Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$27
GRT US Holding, Inc.
$23
iRhythm Technologies, Inc.
$20
SI-BONE, Inc.
$19
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
Arbor Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$17
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$15
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$14
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$14
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$14
Synergy Pharmaceuticals Inc
$14
Nabriva Therapeutics, plc
$13
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc.
$12
Adlon Therapeutics L.P.
$12
SANOFI PASTEUR INC.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 47.6% 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 →
Most payments (99%) 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 family medicine in NC.
Geographic Context
Family medicine physicians within 10 mi
173
Per 100K population
74.8
County median income
$72,892
Nearest hospital
WILMINGTON TREATMENT CENTER
7.1 mi
7.1 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. Armitage 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, 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. Armitage experienced with allergy skin test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Armitage performed 2,480 allergy skin test 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. Armitage receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Armitage received a total of $10,534 from 54 companies across 527 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. Armitage's costs compare to other family medicine physicians in Wilmington?
Dr. Armitage's average Medicare payment per service is $21. 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. Armitage) 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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