Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Amit Sood, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Franklin Lakes, NJ
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
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Sood
Dr. Amit Sood is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Franklin Lakes, NJ, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sood performed 6,322 Medicare services across 2,003 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sood received a total of $13,279 from 44 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 192 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. Sood 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.
✓ 17 years in practice
▲ Top 8% volume in NJ
$13,279 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,322
Medicare services
Top 8% in NJ for orthopedic surgery
2,003
Unique beneficiaries
$45
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~372 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 1,680 | $18 | $90 |
| Hymovis intra-articular injection An injection of Hymovis, a hyaluronan derivative, administered directly into a joint space. |
1,464 | $13 | $38 |
| 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. |
849 | $78 | $400 |
| 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. |
314 | $32 | $400 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 290 | $6 | $50 |
| Ultrasound-guided large joint aspiration or injection This procedure uses ultrasound imaging to guide the removal of fluid from or the injection of medication into a large joint. |
287 | $92 | $2,341 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
168 | $9 | $80 |
| 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. |
135 | $104 | $500 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
114 | $94 | $400 |
| 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. |
108 | $37 | $750 |
| Contrast injection for shoulder joint imaging A contrast dye is injected into the shoulder joint to enhance imaging studies. This helps visualize the joint structures more clearly during the procedure. |
85 | $145 | $1,306 |
| Radiologist review of shoulder joint image A radiologist examines and interprets images of the shoulder joint to assess its condition. |
84 | $121 | $1,100 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
52 | $41 | $675 |
| 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. |
52 | $40 | $400 |
| 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. |
52 | $11 | $500 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
48 | $59 | $1,562 |
| 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. |
47 | $37 | $375 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
47 | $52 | $2,200 |
| 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. |
42 | $45 | $300 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement Use of real-time X-ray imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
41 | $108 | $2,750 |
| Trigger point injection, 1-2 muscles A procedure involving the injection of medication into one or two specific muscles to treat trigger points. |
39 | $34 | $1,000 |
| 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. |
36 | $37 | $375 |
| 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. |
31 | $137 | $550 |
| 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. |
30 | $33 | $275 |
| Orthopedic device training, 15 minutes Training on how to use an orthopedic device for the arm, leg, or trunk. The session lasts for 15 minutes. |
30 | $44 | $342 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 20 mg A 20 mg injection of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
29 | $4 | $25 |
| Ankle X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the ankle that captures at least three different angles to evaluate the bones and joints. |
27 | $30 | $375 |
| Injection of anesthetic or steroid into sacroiliac joint with imaging guidance This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid medication into the joint connecting the lower spine and hip bone. Imaging guidance is used to ensure accurate placement of the injection. |
24 | $138 | $5,800 |
| 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. |
23 | $1,246 | $45,000 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and structures. |
20 | $37 | $400 |
| Hip joint contrast injection for imaging A contrast dye is injected into the hip joint to enhance visibility during medical imaging procedures. |
19 | $205 | $2,200 |
| Radiologist review of hip joint image A radiologist examines and interprets an image of the hip joint to assess its condition. |
19 | $122 | $3,200 |
| Foot X-ray, 3+ views An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints. |
14 | $32 | $425 |
| 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. |
11 | $260 | $19,000 |
| Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair A minimally invasive surgery to repair torn shoulder tendons using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
11 | $903 | $39,545 |
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 ↗$13,279
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,897/year across 7 years
Top 23% in NJ for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
44
Companies
192
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
$7,900 (59.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$5,379 (40.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$3,305
2023
$5,346
2022
$983
2021
$826
2020
$575
2019
$1,177
2018
$1,068
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Arthrex, Inc.
$2,500
Seapearl East, Inc
$241
Stryker Corporation
$174
Medtronic, Inc.
$110
Amgen Inc.
$99
Alvogen Inc
$69
Asensus Surgical, Inc.
$45
Radius Health, Inc.
$34
Abbott Laboratories
$20
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 88.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Arthrex, Inc.
$5,379
Stryker Corporation
$1,553
SeaPearl East, Inc
$1,358
Amgen Inc.
$901
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$564
Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
$409
Globus Medical, Inc.
$326
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$285
Seapearl East, Inc
$241
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$228
SeaPearl Inc
$199
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$183
Radius Health, Inc.
$172
Miach Orthopaedics, Inc.
$168
ENCORE MEDICAL, LP
$118
Medtronic, Inc.
$110
ACUMED LLC
$107
DJO, LLC
$97
Vertiflex, Inc.
$95
Alvogen Inc
$85
AXOGEN
$74
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$69
Boston Scientific Corporation
$55
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$48
Asensus Surgical, Inc.
$45
PFIZER INC.
$42
FIDIA PHARMA USA INC.
$41
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$37
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$28
Vericel Corporation
$26
Bioventus LLC
$24
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$22
Fidia Pharma USA Inc.
$20
Ortho Dermatologics, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$20
Abbott Laboratories
$20
ZIMVIE INC.
$18
ERMI Inc.
$18
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$15
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$15
Lilly USA, LLC
$15
GENZYME CORPORATION
$14
Intellijoint Surgical Inc.
$13
Paragon 28, Inc.
$12
Arthrosurface Incorporated
$11
Top 3 companies account for 62.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADAPT · AEQUALIS · ANKLE FRACTURE PLATING SYSTEM · ANTHEM · APEX · ARTHROPLASTY IMPLANTS ANATOMIC TOTAL SHOULDER ECLIPSE · ARTHROPLASTY IMPLANTS REVERS TOTAL SHOULDER MODULAR GLENOID SYSTEMS · ASNIS · AxoGuard Nerve Protector · BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION · BLUEPRINT PSI SYSTEM · Biomet EBI Bone Healing System · Biomet Orthopak · Biomet SpinalPak · Bone Healing-None · CMF · Comprehensive Primary Stem · DISTAL FEMUR PLATE · DJO Surgical AltiVate Anatomic System · DUEXIS · EBI Bone Healing System · EUFLEXXA · EVENITY · Exparel · FORTEO · GELSYN-3 · GENERAL PAIN MANAGEMENT · GENERAL - PAIN MANAGEMENT · HOFFMANN · HYMOVIS · HemiCAP Shoulder · Hymovis · Intellijoint HIP · JUBLIA · KEVZARA · MACI · MAKO · MONOVISC · NA · OMNICURVE · ORTHOLOC 3DI · ORTHOVISC · PROCLAIM · Persona · Physio-Stim · Prolia · Proximal Humerus Plate · REGENETEN Shoulder · REUNION · REYVOW · SALTO TALARIS TOTAL ANKLE PROSTHESIS · SEGLENTIS · SIGNIA · SIMPLICITI · SIMPONI ARIA · STRENSIQ · Seglentis · Senhance · Superion ISS · T2 · TERIPARATIDE · Trinity Elite · Tymlos · VARIAX · mymobility Platform
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 (60%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
747
Per 100K population
78.2
County median income
$123,715
Nearest hospital
RAMAPO RIDGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL
2.0 mi
2.0 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. Sood is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 8% in NJ), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 17 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. Sood experienced with denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sood performed 1,680 denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva) 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. Sood receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sood received a total of $13,279 from 44 companies across 192 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. Sood's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Franklin Lakes?
Dr. Sood's average Medicare payment per service is $45. 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. Sood) 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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