Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Lee Kaback, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Albany, NY
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Consulting-driven
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. Kaback
Dr. Lee Kaback is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Albany, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kaback performed 1,971 Medicare services across 1,423 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kaback received a total of $103,185 from 17 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 242 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. 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. Kaback 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 25% volume in NY
$103,185 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,971
Medicare services
Top 25% in NY for orthopedic surgery
1,423
Unique beneficiaries
$58
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~104 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 (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. |
400 | $63 | $176 |
| 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. |
265 | $23 | $64 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
197 | $1 | $2 |
| 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. |
180 | $92 | $249 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
130 | $50 | $135 |
| MRI of arm joint, without contrast An MRI scan uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the arm joint. This specific procedure is performed without the use of a contrast dye. |
93 | $78 | $338 |
| 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. |
92 | $20 | $61 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
81 | $81 | $308 |
| 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. |
72 | $24 | $70 |
| Elbow X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the elbow joint that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
69 | $21 | $61 |
| MRI of lower spine, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine. |
54 | $66 | $262 |
| X-ray of shoulder, 1 view An X-ray image of the shoulder joint taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the bones and surrounding structures of the shoulder. |
53 | $16 | $41 |
| 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. |
36 | $73 | $218 |
| 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. |
35 | $18 | $57 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
33 | $17 | $51 |
| MRI of upper spine without contrast An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine. |
28 | $75 | $272 |
| 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. |
25 | $23 | $69 |
| Knee X-ray, 4 or more views An imaging test using X-rays to create multiple pictures of the knee joint from different angles. |
24 | $26 | $72 |
| 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. |
23 | $19 | $55 |
| 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. |
22 | $1,097 | $2,798 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
13 | $36 | $107 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder surgery for bone shaving and ligament repair A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to shave part of the shoulder bone and repair a ligament. |
12 | $130 | $1,000 |
| 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. |
12 | $19 | $63 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder debridement A minimally invasive procedure to remove damaged or excess tissue from the shoulder joint using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
11 | $192 | $1,155 |
| 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. |
11 | $19 | $52 |
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.
0.6% high complexity
30.2% medium
69.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$103,185
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $14,741/year across 7 years
Top 10% in NY for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
17
Companies
242
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
$56,445 (54.7%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$26,247 (25.4%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$20,493 (19.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$21,838
2023
$11,766
2022
$16,527
2021
$16,568
2020
$1,583
2019
$8,284
2018
$26,619
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Skeletal Dynamics Inc
$12,525
Catalyst OrthoScience
$5,063
Shoulder Innovations, Inc.
$3,063
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$908
EXACTECH, INC.
$152
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$65
Stryker Corporation
$62
Top 3 companies account for 94.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Catalyst OrthoScience
$35,162
Skeletal Dynamics Inc
$20,595
Lima USA, Inc.
$15,715
Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
$10,077
Biedermann Motech, Inc.
$8,488
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$5,558
Shoulder Innovations, Inc.
$4,196
Stryker Corporation
$2,067
EXACTECH, INC.
$419
Limacorporate S.p.A.
$317
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$237
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$148
Prodigy Surgical Distribution, Inc.
$86
Boston Scientific Corporation
$36
AXOGEN
$34
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$28
Heraeus Medical, LLC.
$21
Top 3 companies account for 69.3% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
660HD-E IMAGE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM · AEQUALIS · AEQUALIS PERFORM · AETOS Shoulder System · Alps Clavicle · Alps Small Frag · Archer CSR Total Shoulder System · Avance Nerve Graft · BIOLOX DELTA · BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION · BLUEPRINT PSI SYSTEM · COMPREHENSIVE · CSR & R1 Reverse Total Shoulder Systems · Catalyst CSR Shoulder System · Catalyst TSR · Catalyst Total CSR · Choice Instruments · Comp Primary Revision Stem · Comp Reverse Humeral Tray · Comp Reverse Shoulder Arcom · Comp Reverse Shoulder E · Comprehensive · Comprehensive Anatomic · Comprehensive Fracture Shoulder · Comprehensive Humeral · Comprehensive Micro Stem · Comprehensive Mini Stem · Comprehensive Nano · Comprehensive Primary Stem · Comprehensive Reverse · Comprehensive SRS · Comprehensive Shoulder System · DELTA · DUEXIS · Distal Humerus Locking Plate 2.0 · EQUINOXE · G7 · GLOBAL · Geminus · INFINITY · INHANCE · INSPACE · Identity · InSet System · Injection Screw · LATITUDE AND LATITUDE EV · MAKO · MONOVISC · Master SL · Midshaft Plating System · Nexel · Olecrenon Locking Plate · PALACOS · PENNSAID · PERFORM GLENOID · Persona · Proximal Humerus Plating System · Regeneten · SMR · Sidus Stem-Free Shoulder · Signature Glenoid Guides · TRAUMA · TSR · Tapestry · WaveWriter Alpha Prime 16 · ZNN
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 (55%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 10% for orthopedic surgery in NY.
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
83
Per 100K population
26.3
County median income
$83,149
Nearest hospital
ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL
4.6 mi
4.6 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. Kaback is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 25% in NY), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 10% of NY peers, with 19 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. Kaback experienced with office visit, established patient (20-29 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kaback performed 400 office visit, established patient (20-29 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. Kaback receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kaback received a total of $103,185 from 17 companies across 242 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. Kaback's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Albany?
Dr. Kaback's average Medicare payment per service is $58. 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. Kaback) 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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