Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Alexandru Kimel, M.D.
Rheumatology · Teaneck, NJ
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
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. Kimel
Dr. Alexandru Kimel is a rheumatology specialist in Teaneck, NJ, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kimel performed 50,814 Medicare services across 6,841 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kimel received a total of $9,569 from 20 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 93 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in rheumatology. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Kimel 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 23% volume in NJ
$9,569 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗50,814
Medicare services
Top 23% in NJ for rheumatology
6,841
Unique beneficiaries
$21
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~2,989 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
14,150 | $11 | $44 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 12,120 | $18 | $38 |
| Abatacept infusion (Orencia) An injection of abatacept administered under the direct supervision of a physician. This code is used for Medicare when the drug is not self-administered. |
9,600 | $34 | $141 |
| Joint lubricant injection (Synvisc) | 1,824 | $7 | $38 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
1,639 | $18 | $79 |
| 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. |
1,152 | $104 | $210 |
| 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. |
594 | $11 | $48 |
| 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. |
578 | $8 | $12 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
570 | $4 | $11 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
561 | $8 | $37 |
| Glutamyltransferase (GGT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme glutamyltransferase (GGT) to help evaluate liver health. |
554 | $7 | $28 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 552 | $8 | $32 |
| 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. |
552 | $5 | $25 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
349 | $120 | $244 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
302 | $13 | $57 |
| 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. |
300 | $4 | $9 |
| Cardiac enzyme level (CK-MB) test A blood test that measures the total level of creatine kinase, specifically the cardiac enzyme fraction, to help evaluate heart muscle damage. |
299 | $6 | $29 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 298 | $6 | $25 |
| Normal saline infusion, 250 cc Administration of 250 cubic centimeters of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater fluid. |
268 | $1 | $30 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
253 | $13 | $56 |
| 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. |
250 | $12 | $68 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
249 | $16 | $74 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
246 | $29 | $130 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
237 | $14 | $67 |
| 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. |
235 | $13 | $60 |
| Measurement of dna antibody, single stranded | 235 | $12 | $53 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
233 | $15 | $66 |
| 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. |
204 | $9 | $30 |
| Iron level test | 203 | $6 | $20 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
199 | $24 | $160 |
| 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. |
184 | $47 | $155 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
184 | $9 | $40 |
| 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. |
176 | $99 | $163 |
| 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. |
174 | $14 | $63 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
158 | $14 | $125 |
| 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. |
144 | $54 | $100 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
112 | $41 | $74 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
110 | $9 | $48 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
100 | $1 | $25 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
78 | $12 | $53 |
| Hyaluronan injection (Euflexxa) for joint An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative, specifically Euflexxa, administered directly into a joint space. |
77 | $100 | $300 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
70 | $5 | $5 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
63 | $13 | $45 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 125 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, with a dosage of up to 125 mg. |
59 | $4 | $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. |
54 | $126 | $250 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
47 | $12 | $53 |
| Trabecular bone score calculation This procedure calculates the trabecular bone score using imaging data to assess bone microarchitecture. It includes interpretation and a report on fracture risk. |
40 | $37 | $120 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) of hip, pelvis, and spine This test measures bone density in the hip, pelvis, and spine to assess bone strength. It also includes an assessment for spine fractures. |
37 | $60 | $700 |
| Additional sequential IV infusion, 1 hour or less This code represents an additional intravenous infusion administered sequentially to a primary infusion. It covers the administration time of one hour or less. |
35 | $25 | $110 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
20 | $3 | $4 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 20 | $181 | $255 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
14 | $16 | $57 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
14 | $72 | $100 |
| 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 | $34 | $50 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
13 | $14 | $52 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
11 | $10 | $15 |
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.
48.0% high complexity
30.0% medium
22.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$9,569
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,367/year across 7 years
Top 21% in NJ for rheumatology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
20
Companies
93
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.
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$7,938 (82.9%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$1,448 (15.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$183 (1.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$386
2023
$2,445
2022
$125
2021
$1,434
2020
$4,554
2019
$287
2018
$339
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$167
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$125
Radius Health, Inc.
$31
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$19
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$15
UCB, Inc.
$14
Amgen Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 83.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$8,152
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$372
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$223
Genentech USA, Inc.
$162
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$125
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$109
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$86
Genentech, Inc.
$76
Amgen Inc.
$54
Radius Health, Inc.
$31
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$30
ABBVIE INC.
$26
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$24
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$19
Lilly USA, LLC
$15
UCB, Inc.
$14
Octapharma USA, Inc.
$13
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$13
MEDEXUS PHARMA, INC.
$13
Horizon Pharma plc
$12
Top 3 companies account for 91.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AVSOLA · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · EVENITY · Iovera · KRYSTEXXA · LUPKYNIS · OCTAGAM IMMUNE GLOBULIN (HUMAN) · ORENCIA · ORTHOVISC · Quzyttir · RINVOQ · Rasuvo · Rituxan · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · TALTZ · TEPEZZA · TREMFYA · 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 →
The majority of payments (83%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers.
Geographic Context
Rheumatologists within 10 mi
391
Per 100K population
41.0
County median income
$123,715
Nearest hospital
HOLY NAME MEDICAL 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. Kimel is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 23% in NJ), with consulting-driven 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. Kimel experienced with golimumab infusion (simponi aria)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kimel performed 14,150 golimumab infusion (simponi aria) 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. Kimel receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kimel received a total of $9,569 from 20 companies across 93 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. Kimel's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Teaneck?
Dr. Kimel'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. Kimel) 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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