Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Kenneth Meisler, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · New York, 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. Meisler
Dr. Kenneth Meisler is a foot & ankle surgery podiatrist in New York, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Meisler performed 9,251 Medicare services across 4,768 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Meisler received a total of $63,132 from 29 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 271 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in foot & ankle surgery podiatrist. 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. Meisler 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 0% volume in NY
$63,132 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗9,251
Medicare services
Top 0% in NY for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist
4,768
Unique beneficiaries
$57
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~487 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toenail/fingernail removal, 6+ nails Surgical removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. This procedure involves the excision of multiple nails during a single session. |
2,088 | $40 | $75 |
| 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. |
1,414 | $51 | $94 |
| 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. |
1,099 | $81 | $126 |
| Toenail/fingernail removal, 1-5 nails This procedure involves the removal of one to five fingernails or toenails. |
659 | $30 | $50 |
| 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. |
642 | $101 | $152 |
| Removal of thickened skin growths, 2-4 This procedure involves the removal of two to four benign, thickened skin growths. It is a minor surgical intervention to eliminate non-cancerous skin lesions. |
533 | $75 | $125 |
| Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth This procedure involves the removal of a single benign, thickened skin growth. It is a minor surgical intervention to eliminate the lesion. |
450 | $66 | $90 |
| Destruction of skin growths (warts/lesions), 1-14 This procedure involves the removal or destruction of one to fourteen skin growths. It is a minor surgical intervention performed on the skin surface. |
429 | $106 | $153 |
| X-ray of foot, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the foot using two different angles to create pictures of the bones and joints. |
405 | $27 | $57 |
| Limited ultrasound of joint or extremity A focused ultrasound exam of a specific joint or other structure in the arm or leg, excluding blood vessels. |
279 | $38 | $101 |
| 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. |
253 | $32 | $57 |
| Wound tissue removal, 20 sq cm or less This procedure involves the removal of tissue from a wound area measuring 20 square centimeters or less. |
142 | $93 | $185 |
| Ankle or foot strapping Application of supportive bandages or tape to the ankle or foot to provide stability and protection. |
112 | $25 | $65 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
107 | $53 | $148 |
| Removal of more than 4 noncancerous thickened skin growths This procedure involves the removal of more than four noncancerous thickened skin growths. It is a surgical intervention to eliminate benign skin lesions. |
103 | $81 | $135 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
74 | $0 | $20 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
70 | $1 | $21 |
| Foot nerve injection with anesthetic and/or steroid An injection of an anesthetic and/or steroid medication into a nerve in the foot. |
55 | $45 | $125 |
| 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. |
55 | $49 | $153 |
| Simple separation of fingernail or toenail from nail bed, first nail A procedure to separate the first fingernail or toenail from the underlying nail bed. |
50 | $107 | $177 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
45 | $46 | $126 |
| Toe strapping Application of strapping to the toes for support or stabilization. |
38 | $17 | $61 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
34 | $52 | $125 |
| 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. |
34 | $35 | $55 |
| Drainage of blood under fingernail or toenail This procedure involves removing a collection of blood that has accumulated beneath a fingernail or toenail. |
22 | $45 | $148 |
| Simple removal of foreign body from under the skin A minor procedure to remove a foreign object located beneath the skin surface. The process involves accessing the tissue under the skin to extract the item. |
20 | $138 | $188 |
| Aspiration of abscess, blood, or cyst A procedure to remove fluid, pus, or blood from an abscess, hematoma, or cyst using a needle. |
14 | $122 | $185 |
| Permanent removal fingernail or toenail | 13 | $147 | $350 |
| X-ray of ankle, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the ankle using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
12 | $31 | $55 |
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 ↗$63,132
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $9,019/year across 7 years
Top 2% in NY for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
29
Companies
271
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
$31,713 (50.2%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$27,760 (44.0%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$3,660 (5.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$14,835
2023
$12,491
2022
$15,902
2021
$541
2020
$464
2019
$920
2018
$17,978
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Ortho Dermatologics, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$14,627
TREACE MEDICAL CONCEPTS, INC.
$116
Dermavant Sciences, Inc.
$42
Dynasplint Systems Inc.
$27
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Top 3 companies account for 99.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Ortho Dermatologics, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$60,729
Sandoz Inc.
$373
Abbott Laboratories
$326
TREACE MEDICAL CONCEPTS, INC.
$194
EPI Health, LLC
$193
Sebela Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$175
Egalet US Inc
$157
AbbVie, Inc.
$123
Bioventus LLC
$91
Paratek Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$88
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$66
Zyla Life Sciences
$66
GRT US Holding, Inc.
$48
Assertio Therapeutics, Inc.
$48
Alfasigma USA, Inc.
$46
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$45
Dermavant Sciences, Inc.
$42
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$41
Iroko Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$38
Glenmark Therapeutics Inc.
$35
Melinta Therapeutics, Inc.
$33
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$33
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$29
Dynasplint Systems Inc.
$27
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$23
Novum Pharma, LLC
$17
Cardiovascular Systems Inc.
$12
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 97.3% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ALTRENO · APEXICON E · Alcortin A · BRYHALI · Baxdela · Bensal HP · DUEXIS · Diamondback Peripheral · Dynasplint · Exogen · JUBLIA · JUBLIA EFINACONAZOLE · KERYDIN · KRYSTEXXA · LAPIPLASTY SYSTEM · LUZU LULICONAZOLE · Mupirocin Cream · NAFTIN · NUZYRA · Neocera · OXISTAT · PRAMOSONE · Physio-Stim · Physio-Stim Osteogenesis Stimulator · Qutenza · SEGLENTIS · SILIQ · SIVEXTRO · SPRIX · SUPERA · Stratum Foot Plating System · Strensiq · VIVLODEX · VTAMA · ZIPSOR · ZORVOLEX
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 (50%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 2% for foot & ankle surgery podiatrist in NY.
Geographic Context
Foot & ankle surgery podiatrists within 10 mi
628
Per 100K population
38.6
County median income
$104,553
Nearest hospital
LENOX HILL HOSPITAL
0.3 mi
0.3 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. Meisler is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in NY), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 2% 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. Meisler experienced with toenail/fingernail removal, 6+ nails?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Meisler performed 2,088 toenail/fingernail removal, 6+ nails 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. Meisler receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Meisler received a total of $63,132 from 29 companies across 271 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. Meisler's costs compare to other foot & ankle surgery podiatrists in New York?
Dr. Meisler's average Medicare payment per service is $57. 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. Meisler) 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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