Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Samuel Maroney, D.O.
Orthopedic Surgery · Abilene, TX
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. Maroney
Dr. Samuel Maroney is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Abilene, TX, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Maroney performed 32,591 Medicare services across 5,054 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Maroney received a total of $6,080 from 28 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 115 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. Maroney is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 18 years in practice
▲ Top 0% volume in TX
$6,080 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗32,591
Medicare services
Top 0% in TX for orthopedic surgery
5,054
Unique beneficiaries
$17
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~1,811 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joint lubricant injection (Gel-Syn) An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative into a joint space to supplement joint fluid. |
11,088 | $1 | $5 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
8,429 | $0 | $1 |
| Extended-release steroid injection (Zilretta) An injection of triamcinolone acetonide using a preservative-free, extended-release microsphere formulation. The dosage is measured in milligrams. |
2,656 | $13 | $38 |
| Hyaluronan joint injection, 1 mg An injection of hyaluronan or a derivative into a joint space to supplement joint fluid. |
1,522 | $22 | $64 |
| 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. |
982 | $87 | $225 |
| 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. |
973 | $29 | $65 |
| 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. |
906 | $61 | $160 |
| 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. |
887 | $79 | $230 |
| Methylprednisolone acetate injection, 80 mg An injection of 80 mg of methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid medication. |
761 | $9 | $20 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
613 | $0 | $2 |
| 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. |
591 | $18 | $55 |
| 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. |
411 | $25 | $55 |
| Manual therapy (hands-on treatment), per 15 min | 312 | $16 | $50 |
| 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. |
280 | $33 | $80 |
| 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. |
235 | $22 | $60 |
| 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. |
230 | $10 | $65 |
| Blood vessel compression device application Application of a device to compress blood vessels. |
179 | $7 | $25 |
| 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. |
160 | $71 | $200 |
| 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. |
107 | $30 | $65 |
| Functional activity therapy A therapy procedure that utilizes functional activities as part of the treatment process. |
107 | $26 | $70 |
| 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. |
97 | $29 | $75 |
| 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. |
93 | $108 | $290 |
| Ultrasound-guided joint aspiration or injection Removal of fluid from or injection into a medium-sized joint using ultrasound guidance to ensure accurate placement. |
69 | $64 | $180 |
| Hyaluronan gel injection for joint An injection of hyaluronan gel into a joint to supplement joint fluid. This procedure is administered as a single dose. |
68 | $400 | $2,210 |
| Elbow X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the elbow joint using two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
66 | $21 | $50 |
| 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. |
58 | $27 | $60 |
| Hyaluronan injection (Euflexxa) for joint An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative, specifically Euflexxa, administered directly into a joint space. |
58 | $97 | $275 |
| 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. |
57 | $27 | $60 |
| Home health plan of care certification Certification by a physician or allowed practitioner for Medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care. This includes contacting the home health agency and reviewing reports of patient status required by physicians. |
57 | $40 | $130 |
| Total knee replacement | 54 | $962 | $4,231 |
| X-ray of both hips, 3-4 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 3 to 4 views of both hip joints to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
42 | $38 | $95 |
| X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views An X-ray imaging test of a finger using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
38 | $25 | $55 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and structures. |
35 | $26 | $75 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
33 | $37 | $200 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder debridement A minimally invasive procedure to remove damaged or excess tissue from the shoulder joint using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
32 | $94 | $1,700 |
| Arthroscopic shoulder surgery for bone shaving and ligament repair A minimally invasive procedure using a small camera to shave part of the shoulder bone and repair a ligament. |
32 | $128 | $500 |
| Partial collarbone removal via endoscope This procedure involves the surgical removal of a portion of the collarbone (clavicle) using an endoscope, a small camera inserted through a tiny incision to guide the surgeon. |
31 | $157 | $1,800 |
| Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair A minimally invasive surgery to repair torn shoulder tendons using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
27 | $798 | $2,900 |
| X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the thigh bone using at least two different angles to visualize the bone structure. |
26 | $25 | $61 |
| 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. |
25 | $22 | $60 |
| Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes | 24 | $74 | $175 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
24 | $100 | $230 |
| Endoscopic release of biceps tendon A minimally invasive procedure using an endoscope to release the tendon that connects the biceps muscle to the shoulder. |
23 | $417 | $2,500 |
| Hand nerve release or relocation A surgical procedure to release or reposition a nerve in the hand. |
21 | $295 | $1,100 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
20 | $61 | $175 |
| Tendon injection at attachment site A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon where it attaches to bone or muscle. |
19 | $36 | $105 |
| Total hip replacement Surgical procedure to replace the thigh bone and hip joint with artificial components. |
17 | $975 | $4,000 |
| Tendon or ligament injection A procedure involving the injection of medication into a tendon or ligament. |
16 | $39 | $118 |
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.
0.3% high complexity
81.2% medium
18.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$6,080
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $869/year across 7 years
Top 47% in TX for orthopedic surgery
28
Companies
115
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
$4,592 (75.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$1,488 (24.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,342
2023
$424
2022
$1,705
2021
$287
2020
$216
2019
$411
2018
$695
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$2,331
Pylant Medical
$1,635
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$434
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$293
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
$231
Trice Medical, Inc.
$186
Stryker Corporation
$144
Skeletal Dynamics Inc
$92
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$80
Arthrex, Inc.
$76
Bioventus LLC
$66
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
$60
Heraeus Medical, LLC.
$51
HydroCision, Inc.
$45
Exactech, Inc.
$45
Baudax Bio Inc.
$39
Pacira Therapeutics, Inc.
$34
FX Shoulder USA, Inc
$33
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$33
Next Science LLC
$30
Globus Medical, Inc.
$23
VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED
$22
Anika Therapeutics, Inc.
$21
Abbott Laboratories
$21
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$17
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$15
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$12
Assertio Therapeutics, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 72.4% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AETOS Shoulder System · ANJESO · DUROLANE · Durolane · EUFLEXXA · EVOS · Equinoxe · Exparel · GELSYN-3 · Geminus · Integrity · Iovera · JII Unicondylar Knee System · JOURNEY II · Legion Revision · MAKO · MONOVISC · MOVANTIK · NA · PALACOS · PEAK · POLARSTEM · PROCLAIM · PROMOS · REAL INTELLIGENCE · REDAPT Revision Hip System · REGENETEN Shoulder · Refobacin · Regeneten · SHOULDER IMPLANTS FIBERTAK KNOTLESS · SPRIX · SYNVISC-ONE · SurgX · TENJET · TRIATHLON · TRIGEN InterTAN · Troch Nail · VA-LCP · VISIONAIRE Cutting Guides · VISIONAIRE FastPak · VLP Mini-MOD · ZIPSOR · ZUK Uni · Zilretta · mi-eye
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 (76%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $19 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
10
Per 100K population
6.9
County median income
$66,406
Nearest hospital
OCEANS BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL OF ABILENE
8.9 mi
8.9 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 measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Maroney is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 0% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 18 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Maroney experienced with joint lubricant injection (gel-syn)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Maroney performed 11,088 joint lubricant injection (gel-syn) 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. Maroney receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Maroney received a total of $6,080 from 28 companies across 115 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. Maroney's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Abilene?
Dr. Maroney's average Medicare payment per service is $17. 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. Maroney) 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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