Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Frederick Murphy, DO
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
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy
Dr. Frederick Murphy is a rheumatology specialist in Duncansville, PA, with 21 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Murphy performed 98,664 Medicare services across 10,203 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Murphy received a total of $552,055 from 52 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 2856 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. Murphy 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 15% volume in PA
$552,055 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗98,664
Medicare services
Top 15% in PA for rheumatology
10,203
Unique beneficiaries
$8
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~4,698 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. |
66,600 | $4 | $17 |
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
5,712 | $11 | $51 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 5,700 | $18 | $40 |
| 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. |
3,100 | $34 | $80 |
| 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. |
1,529 | $8 | $80 |
| 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. |
1,498 | $4 | $56 |
| 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. |
1,485 | $5 | $70 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,463 | $8 | $45 |
| 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. |
1,444 | $5 | $42 |
| Liver enzyme (SGOT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGOT to help assess liver health. |
1,444 | $5 | $44 |
| Liver enzyme (SGPT) level test A blood test that measures the level of the liver enzyme SGPT to assess liver function. |
1,444 | $5 | $44 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
1,135 | $5 | $44 |
| 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. |
941 | $86 | $183 |
| 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. |
709 | $58 | $153 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
469 | $17 | $108 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
332 | $52 | $137 |
| 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. |
212 | $4 | $44 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
199 | $5 | $42 |
| Tuberculosis blood test (gamma interferon) A blood test that measures the immune system's response to tuberculosis bacteria using gamma interferon levels. |
163 | $59 | $158 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
160 | $50 | $272 |
| 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. |
146 | $28 | $143 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
137 | $89 | $300 |
| 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. |
128 | $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. |
128 | $10 | $83 |
| 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. |
123 | $11 | $70 |
| 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. |
116 | $10 | $80 |
| 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. |
109 | $14 | $62 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 103 | $5 | $71 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
101 | $16 | $97 |
| 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. |
101 | $13 | $81 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
101 | $19 | $200 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
100 | $12 | $134 |
| 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. |
89 | $49 | $455 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
81 | $10 | $82 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
81 | $12 | $82 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
79 | $9 | $50 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody titer test A blood test that measures the level of specific antibodies to help assess autoimmune disorders. |
76 | $11 | $70 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
75 | $3 | $59 |
| Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg | 71 | $6 | $43 |
| 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. |
67 | $36 | $209 |
| 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. |
61 | $19 | $139 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
55 | $29 | $262 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
55 | $13 | $125 |
| Iron level test | 55 | $6 | $67 |
| 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. |
55 | $8 | $73 |
| 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. |
54 | $26 | $140 |
| 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. |
54 | $115 | $265 |
| 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. |
44 | $11 | $81 |
| 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. |
40 | $29 | $296 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
38 | $11 | $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 |
| 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. |
37 | $35 | $373 |
| 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. |
37 | $6 | $72 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
29 | $13 | $91 |
| 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. |
29 | $40 | $217 |
| 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. |
27 | $35 | $199 |
| 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. |
21 | $4 | $44 |
| 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. |
20 | $24 | $207 |
| Joint fluid diagnostic test A procedure to analyze fluid removed from a joint to help diagnose the cause of joint problems. |
20 | $6 | $54 |
| Blood viscosity measurement A test that measures the thickness and flow characteristics of blood. |
20 | $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. |
20 | $5 | $75 |
| Crystal identification from tissue or body fluid Laboratory analysis to identify crystals found in tissue samples or body fluids. |
20 | $7 | $68 |
| 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. |
16 | $130 | $280 |
| Lyme disease antibody test A blood test that checks for antibodies to the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. |
13 | $17 | $133 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
11 | $15 | $86 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
11 | $9 | $54 |
| Flu vaccine, quadrivalent A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus to help prevent seasonal influenza infection. |
11 | $76 | $120 |
| 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. |
11 | $71 | $235 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
11 | $29 | $58 |
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.
9.1% high complexity
74.2% medium
16.7% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$552,055
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $78,865/year across 7 years
Top 3% in PA for rheumatology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
52
Companies
2,856
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
$477,486 (86.5%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$53,596 (9.7%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$20,972 (3.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$49,763
2023
$83,665
2022
$80,163
2021
$58,003
2020
$53,959
2019
$115,768
2018
$110,734
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$46,325
Amgen Inc.
$917
PFIZER INC.
$381
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$340
UCB, Inc.
$312
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$292
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$275
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$224
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$147
Lilly USA, LLC
$115
GENZYME CORPORATION
$101
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$77
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$53
Bioventus LLC
$43
SOBI, INC
$40
Organon Llc
$29
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$27
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$22
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$21
Top 3 companies account for 95.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
ABBVIE INC.
$187,721
AbbVie, Inc.
$122,095
AbbVie Inc.
$73,537
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$47,230
Horizon Pharma plc
$30,011
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$25,224
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$16,947
GENZYME CORPORATION
$16,277
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$7,184
Mallinckrodt LLC
$5,414
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$4,319
Amgen Inc.
$3,747
PFIZER INC.
$2,783
UCB, Inc.
$2,131
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$1,289
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$750
Genentech USA, Inc.
$705
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$661
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
$574
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$422
Radius Health, Inc.
$406
Celgene Corporation
$324
Lilly USA, LLC
$309
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$227
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$177
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$154
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$148
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$141
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
$123
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$96
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$91
Organon LLC
$82
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$80
Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA
$75
SOBI, INC
$73
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$72
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$54
Novo Nordisk Inc
$51
Sobi, Inc
$49
Bioventus LLC
$43
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$40
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$37
Organon Llc
$29
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc
$27
Pacira Therapeutics, Inc.
$25
MEDEXUS PHARMA, INC.
$24
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$21
Eisai Inc.
$18
Sebela Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$13
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$12
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$8
Amniox Medical, Inc.
$6
Top 3 companies account for 69.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · AMJEVITA · AVSOLA · Actemra · Arcalyst · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COLOGUARD · COLOGUARD DNA CAPTURE REAGENTS · COSENTYX · CYLTEZO · Cimzia · Crysvita · DUEXIS · DUROLANE · Dayvigo · EVENITY · Enbrel · FORTEO · HADLIMA · HUMIRA · Humira · IDACIO · ILARIS · INFLECTRA · Iovera · KEVZARA · KINERET · KRYSTEXXA · Kineret · LUMIZYME · LUPKYNIS · LYRICA · Mitigare · Morphabond ER · NEOX · NO PRODUCT DISCUSSED · NUCALA · Neupro · OCTAGAM IMMUNE GLOBULIN (HUMAN) · OFEV · OPSUMIT · OPSUMIT MACITENTAN · ORENCIA · OTREXUP · Otezla · Otrexup · PENNSAID · PREVNAR - 13 · PREVNAR 13 · PREVNAR 20 · PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL · Quzyttir · RAYOS · REMICADE · RENFLEXIS · RIDAURA · RINVOQ · Rasuvo · Rinvoq · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SHINGRIX · SIMPONI · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · STELARA · SYNVISC-ONE · Saxenda · Skyrizi · Strensiq · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TREMFYA · Tavneos · Tymlos · UPLIZNA · 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 (86%) 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 3% 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. Murphy is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 15% in PA), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 3% 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. Murphy experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Murphy performed 66,600 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. Murphy receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Murphy received a total of $552,055 from 52 companies across 2,856 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. Murphy's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Duncansville?
Dr. Murphy's average Medicare payment per service is $8. 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. Murphy) 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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