Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Gregory Montalbano, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Staten Island, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
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. Montalbano
Dr. Gregory Montalbano is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Staten Island, NY, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Montalbano performed 13,177 Medicare services across 2,821 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Montalbano received a total of $7,050 from 18 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 63 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. Montalbano 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 2% volume in NY
$7,050 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗13,177
Medicare services
Top 2% in NY for orthopedic surgery
2,821
Unique beneficiaries
$48
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~659 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical therapy exercise, per 15 min A therapy session using exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. Each 15-minute unit is billed separately. |
4,497 | $19 | $35 |
| Manual therapy (hands-on treatment), per 15 min | 2,307 | $17 | $33 |
| Neuromuscular re-education therapy, per 15 min A therapy procedure designed to re-educate the functional connection between the brain, nerves, and muscles. It is billed in 15-minute increments. |
2,179 | $29 | $41 |
| 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. |
760 | $107 | $157 |
| 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. |
576 | $79 | $137 |
| Viscosupplementation injection for joint An injection of hyaluronic acid or a derivative into a joint to provide lubrication and cushioning. |
492 | $56 | $100 |
| 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. |
229 | $36 | $50 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
200 | $0 | $26 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
171 | $152 | $218 |
| Intravenous hydration infusion, 31-60 minutes Administration of fluids into a vein to maintain hydration. This procedure involves an infusion lasting between 31 and 60 minutes. |
170 | $29 | $45 |
| Additional hour of intravenous hydration This code represents each additional hour of intravenous fluid administration beyond the initial hour. It is used to bill for extended hydration therapy. |
170 | $12 | $18 |
| 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. |
150 | $138 | $204 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
137 | $177 | $275 |
| 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. |
127 | $162 | $259 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 122 | $5 | $6 |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 121 | $83 | $118 |
| 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. |
65 | $42 | $61 |
| 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. |
52 | $181 | $276 |
| External bone stabilizer placement, arm or leg A device is attached to the outside of the body to stabilize a broken bone in the arm or leg. Pins or screws connect the device to the bone through the skin. |
49 | $278 | $765 |
| Removal of external bone stabilizing device under anesthesia This procedure involves the removal of an external device used to stabilize bones while the patient is under anesthesia. |
47 | $160 | $556 |
| Incision of back knee joint capsule A surgical procedure involving an incision into the posterior capsule of the knee joint. |
47 | $380 | $1,034 |
| 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. |
42 | $32 | $43 |
| Electromyography of arm or leg muscles A test that measures the electrical activity in the muscles of the arm or leg using a needle electrode. It helps evaluate the health of muscles and the nerve cells that control them. |
40 | $87 | $124 |
| 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. |
34 | $35 | $49 |
| Kneecap realignment surgery A surgical procedure to repair a dislocating kneecap by realigning the patella within the knee joint. |
33 | $335 | $979 |
| Total knee replacement | 33 | $1,131 | $1,704 |
| 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. |
33 | $150 | $327 |
| Extensive removal of soft tissue growth, palm side of wrist This procedure involves the extensive surgical removal of a growth located in the soft tissue structures on the palm side of the wrist. |
28 | $778 | $1,280 |
| Intraoperative ultrasound guidance Use of ultrasound imaging during a surgical procedure to help guide the surgeon's actions. |
25 | $169 | $278 |
| Hand nerve release or relocation A surgical procedure to release or reposition a nerve in the hand. |
24 | $248 | $821 |
| Ultrasound-guided joint aspiration or injection Removal of fluid from or injection into a medium-sized joint using ultrasound guidance to ensure accurate placement. |
19 | $71 | $111 |
| Nerve conduction studies, 11-12 A diagnostic test that measures how well nerves send electrical signals. It involves performing 11 to 12 separate nerve conduction studies. |
19 | $218 | $316 |
| 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. |
18 | $34 | $46 |
| Knee arthroscopy with synovectomy A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to remove the inflamed lining of the knee joint. |
17 | $252 | $754 |
| Arthroscopic removal of knee cartilage A minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove damaged or loose pieces of cartilage from the knee joint using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
15 | $119 | $623 |
| Arthroscopic removal of scar tissue from knee A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to remove scar tissue from the knee joint. |
15 | $188 | $716 |
| X-ray of hand, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
15 | $29 | $39 |
| Knee ligament release using endoscope A minimally invasive procedure to cut or loosen ligaments on the outer side of the knee joint using a small camera and surgical instruments. |
14 | $119 | $620 |
| 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. |
14 | $38 | $50 |
| Knee arthroscopy with cartilage repair A minimally invasive surgical procedure using a small camera to repair damaged cartilage inside or outside the knee joint. |
13 | $611 | $788 |
| Knee arthroscopy with drilling or scraping A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to examine the knee joint. The surgeon uses instruments to drill or scrape tissue inside the joint. |
12 | $284 | $756 |
| 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. |
12 | $45 | $86 |
| 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. |
12 | $11 | $17 |
| Removal of fluid-filled sac from front of knee A procedure to remove a fluid-filled sac located at the front of the knee joint. |
11 | $186 | $484 |
| MRI of middle spinal canal, without contrast This procedure uses magnetic resonance imaging to create detailed pictures of the middle section of the spinal canal. It is performed without the use of contrast dye. |
11 | $173 | $258 |
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.
1.8% high complexity
13.8% medium
84.4% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$7,050
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,007/year across 7 years
Top 39% in NY for orthopedic surgery
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
18
Companies
63
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
$6,084 (86.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$966 (13.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$36
2023
$1,277
2022
$1,379
2021
$793
2020
$40
2019
$263
2018
$3,262
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Sonex Health, Inc.
$18
Bioventus LLC
$18
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics, Inc.
$1,166
Conformis, Inc.
$1,048
MEDACTA USA, INC.
$1,032
Sonex Health, Inc.
$972
Medacta USA, Inc.
$858
SeaPearl Inc
$603
Stryker Corporation
$406
Wright Medical Technology, Inc.
$363
Bioventus LLC
$318
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
$108
Scilex Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$57
Orthogenrx Inc.
$24
FIDIA PHARMA USA INC.
$21
Vertos Medical, Inc.
$18
Arthrosurface Incorporated
$18
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$14
Avanos Medical
$14
Kowa Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 46.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AMISTEM · AMIStem · All · BLUEPRINT PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION · GELSYN 3 · GELSYN-3 · GENVISC 850 SODIUM HYALURONATE · HYALGAN · HemiCAP Shoulder · Hip · LICART · MAKO · PICO · PRECICE Intramedullary Limb Lengthening System · SEGLENTIS · SIMPLICITI · SX-ONE MICROKNIFE · Supartz · TriVisc sodium hyaluronate · ULTRAGUIDECTR · ZTLido · iDuo · iTotal · iTotal PS · iUni · mild Device Kit
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 (86%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
880
Per 100K population
178.6
County median income
$98,290
Nearest hospital
RICHMOND UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
3.4 mi
3.4 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. Montalbano is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Montalbano experienced with physical therapy exercise, per 15 min?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Montalbano performed 4,497 physical therapy exercise, per 15 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. Montalbano receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Montalbano received a total of $7,050 from 18 companies across 63 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. Montalbano's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Staten Island?
Dr. Montalbano's average Medicare payment per service is $48. 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. Montalbano) 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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