Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Alan Kivitz, MD
Rheumatology · Duncansville, PA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Kivitz
Dr. Alan Kivitz is a rheumatology specialist in Duncansville, PA, with 21 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kivitz performed 238,750 Medicare services across 13,748 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kivitz received a total of $1,061,863 from 75 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 3409 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in rheumatology. The majority of payments are for speaking programs and promotional activities, reflecting participation in industry-sponsored events. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Kivitz 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.
✓ 21 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in PA
$1,061,863 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗238,750
Medicare services
Top 2% in PA for rheumatology
13,748
Unique beneficiaries
$9
Avg. Medicare payment
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~11,369 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. |
97,200 | $4 | $17 |
| Tocilizumab injection (Actemra) | 70,313 | $5 | $10 |
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
23,464 | $11 | $51 |
| 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. |
12,925 | $34 | $80 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 7,800 | $18 | $40 |
| Extended-release steroid injection (Zilretta) An injection of triamcinolone acetonide using a preservative-free, extended-release microsphere formulation. The dosage is measured in milligrams. |
1,888 | $13 | $38 |
| 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. |
1,790 | $8 | $80 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,635 | $8 | $45 |
| Hymovis intra-articular injection An injection of Hymovis, a hyaluronan derivative, administered directly into a joint space. |
1,560 | $13 | $30 |
| Liver enzyme (SGOT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGOT to help assess liver health. |
1,554 | $5 | $44 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
1,553 | $5 | $44 |
| 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. |
1,542 | $5 | $42 |
| 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. |
1,514 | $5 | $70 |
| 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. |
1,513 | $4 | $56 |
| 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. |
1,166 | $88 | $183 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
1,017 | $17 | $108 |
| 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. |
619 | $59 | $153 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
537 | $5 | $44 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
519 | $90 | $300 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
490 | $52 | $137 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
378 | $50 | $273 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
336 | $12 | $152 |
| X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the hand that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
303 | $27 | $144 |
| Cardiolipin antibody (tissue antibody) measurement | 282 | $24 | $124 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
270 | $16 | $100 |
| 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. |
270 | $13 | $81 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 266 | $6 | $43 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
260 | $3 | $59 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
244 | $10 | $82 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
226 | $5 | $42 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
216 | $29 | $262 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 210 | $5 | $72 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
208 | $5 | $44 |
| 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. |
203 | $10 | $72 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
199 | $9 | $54 |
| 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. |
196 | $4 | $44 |
| 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. |
193 | $40 | $217 |
| Tuberculosis blood test (gamma interferon) A blood test that measures the immune system's response to tuberculosis bacteria using gamma interferon levels. |
181 | $60 | $158 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody titer test A blood test that measures the level of specific antibodies to help assess autoimmune disorders. |
179 | $11 | $70 |
| 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. |
177 | $30 | $146 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
177 | $12 | $82 |
| 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. |
166 | $49 | $455 |
| 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. |
141 | $104 | $265 |
| Pelvis X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the pelvic area using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
139 | $19 | $139 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
139 | $12 | $134 |
| Crystal identification from tissue or body fluid Laboratory analysis to identify crystals found in tissue samples or body fluids. |
136 | $7 | $68 |
| Joint fluid diagnostic test A procedure to analyze fluid removed from a joint to help diagnose the cause of joint problems. |
129 | $6 | $54 |
| Blood viscosity measurement A test that measures the thickness and flow characteristics of blood. |
129 | $11 | $40 |
| Body fluid cell count with identification A laboratory test that counts the number of cells in a body fluid sample and identifies the specific types of cells present. |
129 | $5 | $75 |
| 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. |
107 | $6 | $72 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using at least four different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
103 | $36 | $209 |
| 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. |
97 | $27 | $142 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
95 | $21 | $200 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
83 | $13 | $91 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
78 | $15 | $68 |
| Hepatitis B surface antibody test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against the hepatitis B surface antigen. This test is used to check for immunity to hepatitis B or to verify the effectiveness of the hepatitis B vaccine. |
76 | $10 | $89 |
| Hepatitis B surface antigen test A blood test that uses an immunoassay technique to detect the presence of the hepatitis B surface antigen. This test identifies whether the hepatitis B virus is currently present in the body. |
76 | $10 | $83 |
| 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. |
74 | $11 | $81 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
74 | $14 | $66 |
| 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. |
73 | $14 | $62 |
| 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. |
62 | $25 | $206 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 20 mg A 20 mg injection of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
55 | $4 | $40 |
| 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. |
51 | $36 | $373 |
| Hepatitis B core antibody test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies to the hepatitis B core antigen. This test helps determine if a person has been infected with the hepatitis B virus. |
51 | $12 | $70 |
| 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. |
51 | $130 | $282 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
50 | $24 | $179 |
| Lyme disease antibody test A blood test that checks for antibodies to the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. |
50 | $16 | $133 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
49 | $15 | $86 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
38 | $39 | $143 |
| 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. |
38 | $99 | $1,873 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
38 | $12 | $65 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 125 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, with a dosage of up to 125 mg. |
38 | $4 | $96 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
36 | $114 | $1,282 |
| X-ray of spine, 1 view A single-view X-ray image of the spine to visualize the bones and alignment. |
35 | $17 | $120 |
| Iron level test | 35 | $6 | $67 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
35 | $29 | $58 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
34 | $13 | $125 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
33 | $76 | $120 |
| 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. |
32 | $9 | $73 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using 4 to 5 different views to visualize the bones and structures in that area. |
25 | $39 | $199 |
| MRI of pelvis, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed without the use of contrast dye. |
25 | $125 | $1,873 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
24 | $37 | $183 |
| Glutamyltransferase (GGT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme glutamyltransferase (GGT) to help evaluate liver health. |
24 | $7 | $56 |
| 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. |
24 | $33 | $135 |
| 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. |
21 | $30 | $107 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
21 | $7 | $56 |
| COVID-19 vaccine administration Administration of a single dose of the coronavirus vaccine. |
18 | $39 | $80 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
17 | $9 | $50 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
16 | $14 | $82 |
| COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer bivalent) Administration of a 30 mcg dose of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccine via intramuscular injection. |
16 | $128 | $270 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
15 | $42 | $175 |
| 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. |
15 | $103 | $1,275 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 14 | $158 | $365 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
13 | $4 | $42 |
| MRI of arm with and without contrast An MRI scan of the arm performed both before and after the administration of a contrast dye to enhance image detail. |
12 | $247 | $1,768 |
| X-ray of middle spine, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints. |
11 | $25 | $169 |
| Blood potassium level test A blood test that measures the amount of potassium in your body. Potassium is an electrolyte that helps control heart and muscle function. |
11 | $5 | $105 |
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.
15.5% high complexity
75.6% medium
8.9% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,061,863
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $151,695/year across 7 years
Top 1% in PA for rheumatology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
75
Companies
3,409
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.
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$657,545 (61.9%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$358,833 (33.8%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$45,485 (4.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$134,740
2023
$100,054
2022
$125,898
2021
$131,319
2020
$86,460
2019
$241,490
2018
$241,902
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$38,897
UCB, Inc.
$37,473
Lilly USA, LLC
$14,202
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$13,907
GENZYME CORPORATION
$9,380
Amgen Inc.
$6,833
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$5,594
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$2,365
Eli Lilly and Company
$2,010
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$870
ModernaTX, Inc.
$780
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$734
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$553
PFIZER INC.
$322
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$151
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$142
Organon Llc
$85
SOBI, INC
$79
Novo Nordisk Inc
$65
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$61
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$53
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$50
Bioventus LLC
$43
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$38
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$21
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Sandoz Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 67.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Lilly USA, LLC
$142,993
PFIZER INC.
$130,556
ABBVIE INC.
$123,343
UCB, Inc.
$81,391
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$78,974
GENZYME CORPORATION
$67,829
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$55,109
Amgen Inc.
$43,920
AbbVie, Inc.
$41,183
Celgene Corporation
$41,041
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$29,935
Horizon Pharma plc
$24,799
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$23,147
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$20,070
AbbVie Inc.
$16,687
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$16,670
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$15,770
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$15,721
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13,355
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$12,771
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$10,864
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$10,631
Novartis Pharma AG
$7,928
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$6,588
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$4,412
GRT US Holding, Inc.
$3,900
SANOFI US SERVICES INC.
$3,176
Eli Lilly and Company
$2,810
UCB SA
$2,760
Pfizer Inc.
$2,275
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$1,493
F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG
$1,159
Genentech USA, Inc.
$919
Averitas Pharma Inc.
$871
Janssen Research & Development, LLC
$843
ModernaTX, Inc.
$780
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$548
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$541
Progentec Diagnostics, Inc.
$370
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$355
Orion Corporation
$300
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$277
SOBI, INC
$206
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$204
Sobi, Inc
$181
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$147
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$146
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$142
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$137
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$126
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$126
Radius Health, Inc.
$117
Organon LLC
$117
Mallinckrodt LLC
$108
Novo Nordisk Inc
$101
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$90
Organon Llc
$85
US Oncology Corporate, Inc.
$85
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$82
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$65
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$64
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$61
Bioventus LLC
$59
MEDEXUS PHARMA, INC.
$46
Sebela Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$45
Sandoz Inc.
$43
Pacira Therapeutics, Inc.
$37
Eisai Inc.
$35
Abbott Laboratories
$35
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$35
Mission Pharmacal Company
$21
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$21
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$16
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$12
Amniox Medical, Inc.
$6
Top 3 companies account for 37.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · AIN457F · AMJEVITA · AVSOLA · Actemra · Aquoral · Arcalyst · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · CRYSVITA · CYLTEZO · Cimzia · Crysvita · DUEXIS · DUROLANE · DUZALLO · Dayvigo · Durolane · EUFLEXXA · EVENITY · EVUSHELD · Enbrel · FORTEO · GAUCHER-DISEASE · HADLIMA · HUMIRA · HYRIMOZ · Humira · IDACIO · ILARIS · INFLECTRA · Iovera · KEVZARA · KEVZARA SARILUMAB INJECTION · KINERET · KRYSTEXXA · Kineret · LUPKYNIS · LYRICA · Mitigare · Morphabond ER · NEOX · NO_PRODUCT · NUCALA · Neupro · OCTAGAM IMMUNE GLOBULIN (HUMAN) · OCTRODE · OFEV · OLUMIANT · OPSUMIT MACITENTAN · ORENCIA · OTREXUP · Otezla · Otrexup · PENNSAID · PREVNAR - 13 · PREVNAR 13 · PREVNAR 20 · PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL · Prolia · QUTENZA · Quzyttir · RAYOS · REMICADE · RENFLEXIS · RETACRIT · RIDAURA · RINVOQ · Rasuvo · Rinvoq · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SHINGRIX · SIMPONI · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · STELARA · SYNVISC-ONE · Saxenda · Strensiq · Synagis · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TREMFYA · Tavneos · Tymlos · ULTOMIRIS · Uloric · VIMOVO · Wegovy · XELJANZ · XYOSTED · 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 (62%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in rheumatology and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 1% for rheumatology in PA.
Geographic Context
Rheumatologists within 10 mi
5
Per 100K population
4.1
County median income
$60,594
Nearest hospital
JAMES E. VAN ZANDT VA MEDICAL CENTER (ALTOONA)
6.8 mi
6.8 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. Kivitz is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in PA), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 1% of PA peers, with 21 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. Kivitz experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kivitz performed 97,200 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. Kivitz receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kivitz received a total of $1,061,863 from 75 companies across 3,409 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. Kivitz's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Duncansville?
Dr. Kivitz's average Medicare payment per service is $9. 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. Kivitz) 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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