Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Megan Bielawski, M.D.
Rheumatology · Akron, OH
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
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Bielawski from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Bielawski
Dr. Megan Bielawski is a rheumatology specialist in Akron, OH, with 11 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Bielawski performed 72,482 Medicare services across 3,412 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Bielawski received a total of $10,243 from 24 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 457 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in rheumatology. 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. Bielawski 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.
✓ 11 years in practice
▲ Top 6% volume in OH
$10,243 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗72,482
Medicare services
Top 6% in OH for rheumatology
3,412
Unique beneficiaries
$11
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~6,589 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certolizumab injection (Cimzia) An injection of certolizumab pegol administered under the direct supervision of a physician. |
31,200 | $4 | $8 |
| Romosozumab injection (Evenity) for osteoporosis | 13,230 | $8 | $11 |
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
9,100 | $10 | $39 |
| 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. |
7,050 | $34 | $60 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 4,380 | $18 | $28 |
| Infliximab infusion (Remicade) An injection of infliximab, excluding biosimilar versions, administered in a 10 mg dose. |
1,350 | $26 | $125 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
666 | $8 | $17 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
548 | $5 | $22 |
| 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. |
481 | $5 | $32 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
476 | $3 | $19 |
| 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. |
466 | $8 | $32 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 452 | $8 | $51 |
| 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. |
396 | $83 | $145 |
| 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. |
354 | $11 | $30 |
| 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. |
280 | $59 | $100 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
208 | $97 | $250 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
203 | $12 | $67 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
171 | $5 | $22 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
157 | $1 | $3 |
| Zoledronic acid injection, 1 mg An injection of zoledronic acid administered at a dose of 1 mg. |
145 | $7 | $40 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
139 | $29 | $130 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
132 | $18 | $66 |
| X-ray of hand, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand using two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
101 | $22 | $77 |
| 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. |
70 | $113 | $198 |
| Bone density scan (DEXA) A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures. |
62 | $36 | $200 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
58 | $3 | $16 |
| Serum protein measurement A blood test that measures the total amount of protein in the serum. It helps evaluate overall health and nutritional status. |
58 | $11 | $60 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
58 | $21 | $80 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 54 | $6 | $36 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
52 | $13 | $25 |
| 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. |
43 | $22 | $73 |
| 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. |
36 | $4 | $22 |
| 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. |
36 | $13 | $68 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
35 | $40 | $103 |
| 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. |
34 | $26 | $81 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
30 | $12 | $60 |
| 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. |
29 | $6 | $28 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
29 | $46 | $125 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
25 | $16 | $74 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
24 | $40 | $130 |
| 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. |
20 | $17 | $90 |
| X-ray of both knees, standing An X-ray image of both knees taken while the patient is standing to assess bone alignment and joint space under weight-bearing conditions. |
18 | $30 | $103 |
| Hepatitis C antibody test A blood test that checks for antibodies to the hepatitis C virus. This test helps determine if a person has been exposed to the virus. |
15 | $14 | $106 |
| Total protein blood test A blood test that measures the total amount of protein in your blood. This test helps evaluate your overall health and nutritional status. |
11 | $4 | $22 |
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.
24.5% high complexity
68.4% medium
7.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$10,243
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,463/year across 7 years
Top 23% in OH for rheumatology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
24
Companies
457
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
$8,414 (82.1%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$1,829 (17.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,483
2023
$3,795
2022
$1,494
2021
$1,664
2020
$365
2019
$326
2018
$116
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$526
Amgen Inc.
$437
UCB, Inc.
$258
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$219
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$208
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$200
PFIZER INC.
$164
Lilly USA, LLC
$109
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$97
Radius Health, Inc.
$77
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$54
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$50
Sandoz Inc.
$29
Organon Llc
$22
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$16
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 49.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Amgen Inc.
$2,478
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$2,258
ABBVIE INC.
$721
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$696
PFIZER INC.
$560
AbbVie Inc.
$557
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$454
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$451
Lilly USA, LLC
$369
UCB, Inc.
$347
Radius Health, Inc.
$284
Genentech USA, Inc.
$262
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$214
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$213
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$98
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$65
Mylan Institutional Inc.
$40
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$38
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$32
Sandoz Inc.
$29
Organon Llc
$22
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$19
Octapharma USA, Inc.
$19
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$16
Top 3 companies account for 53.3% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AMJEVITA · AVSOLA · Actemra · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · CYLTEZO · Cimzia · EVENITY · Enbrel · HADLIMA · HYRIMOZ · Hulio · IDACIO · ILARIS · Iovera · KRYSTEXXA · LUPKYNIS · OCTAGAM IMMUNE GLOBULIN (HUMAN) · OFEV · OPSUMIT · ORENCIA · RINVOQ · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TREMFYA · Tavneos · Tymlos · UPTRAVI · XELJANZ
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 (82%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Rheumatologists within 10 mi
52
Per 100K population
9.7
County median income
$71,016
Nearest hospital
SUMMA WESTERN RESERVE HOSPITAL
5.4 mi
5.4 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. Bielawski is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in OH), with low-engagement industry engagement.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Bielawski experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Bielawski performed 31,200 certolizumab injection (cimzia) 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. Bielawski receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Bielawski received a total of $10,243 from 24 companies across 457 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. Bielawski's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Akron?
Dr. Bielawski's average Medicare payment per service is $11. 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. Bielawski) 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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