Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Wendy Simmons, PA
Physician Assistant · Wilmington, 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
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Simmons
Dr. Wendy Simmons is a physician assistant in Wilmington, NC, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Simmons performed 61,217 Medicare services across 3,788 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Simmons received a total of $332,915 from 24 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 781 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in physician assistant. 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. Simmons 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 0% volume in NC
$332,915 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗61,217
Medicare services
Top 0% in NC for physician assistant
3,788
Unique beneficiaries
$14
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~3,061 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romosozumab injection (Evenity) for osteoporosis | 31,500 | $8 | $14 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 23,880 | $18 | $30 |
| 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. |
911 | $73 | $150 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
762 | $7 | $7 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
576 | $47 | $120 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
574 | $5 | $21 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
551 | $29 | $63 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
337 | $5 | $21 |
| 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. |
297 | $8 | $21 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 264 | $8 | $60 |
| 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. |
252 | $5 | $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. |
188 | $31 | $150 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
170 | $18 | $35 |
| 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. |
90 | $97 | $185 |
| 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. |
86 | $50 | $95 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
76 | $40 | $85 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
76 | $5 | $20 |
| Zoledronic acid injection, 1 mg An injection of zoledronic acid administered at a dose of 1 mg. |
75 | $6 | $136 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 59 | $6 | $10 |
| Immunoassay substance analysis, multiple step method A laboratory test that uses an immunoassay technique to analyze a substance. The process involves multiple steps to detect or measure the target material. |
50 | $11 | $50 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
40 | $9 | $20 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
38 | $35 | $125 |
| 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. |
38 | $19 | $72 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
37 | $4 | $20 |
| Complete ultrasound scan of joint An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create detailed images of a joint. This procedure allows for the visualization of the joint's internal structures. |
35 | $8 | $200 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
31 | $10 | $50 |
| 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. |
28 | $20 | $72 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 25 | $6 | $12 |
| DNA antibody test (native or double-stranded) A blood test that measures the level of antibodies targeting native or double-stranded DNA. This test is used to detect the presence of these specific antibodies in the body. |
22 | $13 | $30 |
| Measurement of dna antibody, single stranded | 22 | $12 | $30 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
21 | $13 | $28 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
18 | $81 | $330 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
16 | $9 | $115 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
16 | $16 | $70 |
| Total T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the total amount of triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. T3 is a thyroid hormone that helps regulate metabolism and energy levels. |
16 | $14 | $65 |
| Tuberculosis test, enumeration of t-cells A blood test that counts T-cells to help detect tuberculosis infection. |
15 | $98 | $125 |
| 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. |
14 | $15 | $55 |
| X-ray of middle spine, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints. |
11 | $16 | $65 |
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 ↗$332,915
Total received (2021-2024)
Avg $83,229/year across 4 years
Top 0% in NC for physician assistant
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
24
Companies
781
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
$275,955 (82.9%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$45,840 (13.8%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$11,119 (3.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$111,525
2023
$98,074
2022
$87,165
2021
$36,150
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$47,160
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$30,393
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$12,282
PFIZER INC.
$9,504
Amgen Inc.
$5,250
GENZYME CORPORATION
$4,935
UCB, Inc.
$1,486
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$155
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$134
SOBI, INC
$91
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$40
Sandoz Inc.
$38
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$23
Lilly USA, LLC
$18
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$16
Top 3 companies account for 80.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2021-2024) ›
ABBVIE INC.
$132,421
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$34,368
UCB, Inc.
$33,423
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$31,104
Amgen Inc.
$26,165
PFIZER INC.
$25,745
AbbVie Inc.
$25,289
GENZYME CORPORATION
$9,097
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$5,517
Radius Health, Inc.
$4,856
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,676
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$1,213
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$674
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$293
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$270
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$202
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$154
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$148
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$103
SOBI, INC
$91
Sandoz Inc.
$55
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$18
Organon LLC
$18
Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 60.1% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · CYLTEZO · Cimzia · Crysvita · DUPIXENT · EVENITY · Enbrel · HADLIMA · HUMIRA · HYRIMOZ · IDACIO · KEVZARA · KRYSTEXXA · LUPKYNIS · OFEV · ORENCIA · Otezla · Prolia · RINVOQ · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · SYNAGIS · Sotyktu · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TREMFYA · Tymlos · XELJANZ · XPOVIO
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 (83%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in physician assistant and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 0% for physician assistant in NC.
Geographic Context
Physician assistants within 10 mi
374
Per 100K population
161.8
County median income
$72,892
Nearest hospital
WILMINGTON TREATMENT CENTER
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. Simmons is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in NC), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 0% 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. Simmons experienced with romosozumab injection (evenity) for osteoporosis?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Simmons performed 31,500 romosozumab injection (evenity) for osteoporosis 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. Simmons receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Simmons received a total of $332,915 from 24 companies across 781 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. Simmons's costs compare to other physician assistants in Wilmington?
Dr. Simmons's average Medicare payment per service is $14. 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. Simmons) 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.
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