Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Janet Schwartzenberg, MD
Rheumatology · Amarillo, 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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Schwartzenberg
Dr. Janet Schwartzenberg is a rheumatology specialist in Amarillo, TX, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Schwartzenberg performed 270,739 Medicare services across 11,158 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Schwartzenberg received a total of $23,832 from 52 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1503 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. Schwartzenberg 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in TX
$23,832 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗270,739
Medicare services
Top 2% in TX for rheumatology
11,158
Unique beneficiaries
$10
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~14,249 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 | $11 |
| Tocilizumab injection (Actemra) | 64,320 | $5 | $7 |
| Golimumab infusion (Simponi Aria) Administration of golimumab medication directly into a vein. This code specifies the dosage amount of 1 milligram for intravenous delivery. |
40,300 | $11 | $40 |
| Romosozumab injection (Evenity) for osteoporosis | 13,650 | $8 | $25 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 11,880 | $18 | $35 |
| 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. |
9,850 | $34 | $71 |
| Infliximab infusion (Remicade) An injection of infliximab, excluding biosimilar versions, administered in a 10 mg dose. |
5,510 | $26 | $130 |
| Rituximab injection, 10 mg Administration of a 10 mg dose of rituximab medication via injection. |
4,300 | $61 | $120 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
2,603 | $1 | $25 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
2,312 | $6 | $7 |
| Sed rate test (inflammation marker) This automated test measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a tube to detect inflammation in the body. |
1,958 | $3 | $5 |
| 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. |
1,933 | $5 | $60 |
| 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. |
1,922 | $7 | $13 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
1,871 | $10 | $19 |
| Direct bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the amount of direct bilirubin in your body. Direct bilirubin is the form of the waste product processed by the liver. |
1,848 | $5 | $9 |
| 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. |
1,249 | $58 | $101 |
| 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. |
1,036 | $85 | $154 |
| Drug test, instrument-assisted A laboratory test to detect the presence of drugs using an instrument for observation. |
680 | $16 | $120 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
532 | $97 | $150 |
| 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. |
502 | $4 | $8 |
| Non-hormonal chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering non-hormonal anti-neoplastic chemotherapy medication via injection into the skin or muscle tissue. |
463 | $55 | $79 |
| 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. |
426 | $10 | $23 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
417 | $28 | $44 |
| Complement and antigen measurement A laboratory test to measure levels of complement proteins and antigens in the blood. |
300 | $11 | $23 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
264 | $14 | $29 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
252 | $21 | $33 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
229 | $52 | $105 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
210 | $3 | $7 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
193 | $9 | $16 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
188 | $16 | $27 |
| Autoimmune disorder antibody test A laboratory test that measures antibodies in the blood to help assess for autoimmune disorders. |
172 | $17 | $30 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
140 | $16 | $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. |
132 | $48 | $89 |
| 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. |
127 | $13 | $45 |
| 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. |
121 | $6 | $22 |
| Iron level test | 119 | $6 | $28 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
115 | $13 | $53 |
| Zoledronic acid injection, 1 mg An injection of zoledronic acid administered at a dose of 1 mg. |
115 | $6 | $31 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
100 | $11 | $23 |
| 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. |
95 | $8 | $16 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, small joint Removal of fluid from a small joint or injection of medication into a small joint. |
85 | $32 | $66 |
| 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. |
82 | $35 | $61 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
76 | $0 | $25 |
| Principal care management for high-risk disease, first 30 minutes This service covers the initial 30 minutes of clinical staff time per calendar month to manage a single high-risk disease. It is directed by a healthcare professional. |
66 | $45 | $75 |
| Ketorolac injection, per 15 mg An injection of ketorolac tromethamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, administered in doses measured per 15 mg. |
64 | $0 | $25 |
| 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. |
55 | $17 | $34 |
| Methylprednisolone injection, up to 125 mg An injection of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, a corticosteroid medication, with a dosage of up to 125 mg. |
55 | $4 | $25 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
53 | $6 | $20 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
51 | $1 | $25 |
| 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. |
47 | $117 | $215 |
| Rheumatoid arthritis antibody test A blood test to measure antibodies used in assessing rheumatoid arthritis. |
45 | $13 | $50 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 43 | $6 | $45 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
33 | $3 | $32 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 33 | $3 | $50 |
| Autoimmune disorder screening test A laboratory test used to screen for the presence of autoimmune disorders. |
31 | $12 | $21 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
28 | $38 | $72 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
28 | $48 | $64 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
24 | $13 | $28 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum 6 views An X-ray imaging test that captures at least six views of the lower back and sacral spine to evaluate bone structure and alignment. |
23 | $34 | $55 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
23 | $10 | $15 |
| 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. |
18 | $21 | $49 |
| 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. |
18 | $40 | $150 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
18 | $16 | $76 |
| LDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. LDL is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. |
17 | $10 | $18 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
17 | $14 | $56 |
| 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. |
13 | $27 | $41 |
| Natriuretic peptide level test A blood test that measures the level of natriuretic peptide, a protein produced by the heart and blood vessels. |
13 | $38 | $89 |
| X-ray of upper spine, 6 or more views An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using six or more separate views to capture detailed images of the bones and structures in that area. |
12 | $36 | $61 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
12 | $24 | $25 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
11 | $13 | $33 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, preservative-free A flu shot containing four strains of the influenza virus, formulated without preservatives, administered in a 0.5 ml dose. |
11 | $18 | $40 |
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.
20.8% high complexity
72.4% medium
6.8% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$23,832
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,405/year across 7 years
Top 17% in TX for rheumatology
52
Companies
1,503
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
$22,320 (93.7%)
Other
Charitable contributions, space rental, and other categories
$1,512 (6.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$5,056
2023
$3,045
2022
$3,067
2021
$2,961
2020
$2,860
2019
$3,322
2018
$3,520
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Amgen Inc.
$2,962
UCB, Inc.
$2,504
Johnson & Johnson Health Care Systems Inc.
$1,512
PFIZER INC.
$1,462
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$1,399
Genentech USA, Inc.
$1,124
AbbVie Inc.
$1,098
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$1,063
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$1,031
ABBVIE INC.
$875
Radius Health, Inc.
$848
AbbVie, Inc.
$835
Lilly USA, LLC
$753
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$731
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$693
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$614
Mallinckrodt Hospital Products Inc.
$434
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$423
GENZYME CORPORATION
$416
ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$387
Celgene Corporation
$378
Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc.
$365
Mallinckrodt Enterprises LLC
$225
Exeltis, USA Inc.
$183
Mallinckrodt LLC
$173
Horizon Pharma plc
$165
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$158
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$127
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$117
SOBI, INC
$68
Allergan Inc.
$65
ViiV Healthcare Company
$62
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$59
Eisai Inc.
$51
Organon Llc
$51
SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$50
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$42
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$35
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$34
Organon LLC
$33
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$32
Purdue Pharma L.P.
$29
Bioventus LLC
$27
Mylan Institutional Inc.
$20
Insmed, Inc.
$19
Abbott Laboratories
$18
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$18
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$15
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$13
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$13
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$12
Iroko Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$12
Top 3 companies account for 29.3% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTHAR · AVSOLA · AVYCAZ · Actemra · Arikayce · BENLYSTA · Bimzelx · COSENTYX · CYLTEZO · Cimzia · Crysvita · DOVATO · DUEXIS · Dayvigo · Durolane · EVENITY · Enbrel · FORTEO · HADLIMA · HUMIRA · HYSINGLA ER · Hulio · Humira · ILARIS · INFLECTRA · INJECTAFER · KEVZARA · KINERET · KRYSTEXXA · Kineret · LUPKYNIS · LYRICA · MONOVISC · MYCAMINE · NEXVIAZYME · OFEV · OPSUMIT · ORENCIA · Otezla · PAXLOVID · PENNSAID · PREVNAR - 13 · PREVNAR 13 · PROCLAIM · PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL · Prolia · QULIPTA · QUVIVIQ · RAYOS · REMICADE · RENFLEXIS · RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS DISEASE · RINVOQ · Rinvoq · Rituxan · SAPHNELO · SIMPONI · SIMPONI ARIA · SKYRIZI · STELARA · SYMPROIC · SYNCHROMED · SYNVISC-ONE · TALTZ · TAVNEOS · TREMFYA · TRINTELLIX · TRIUMEQ · Tavneos · Tymlos · UBRELVY · VIVLODEX · VRAYLAR · XELJANZ · ZERBAXA · ZTLido · 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 →
Most payments (94%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Equivalent to $9 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Rheumatologists within 10 mi
7
Per 100K population
6.0
County median income
$50,448
Nearest hospital
NORTHWEST TEXAS HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 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. Schwartzenberg is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 17% of TX peers, with 19 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. Schwartzenberg experienced with certolizumab injection (cimzia)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Schwartzenberg 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. Schwartzenberg receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Schwartzenberg received a total of $23,832 from 52 companies across 1,503 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. Schwartzenberg's costs compare to other rheumatologists in Amarillo?
Dr. Schwartzenberg's average Medicare payment per service is $10. 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. Schwartzenberg) 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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