Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Kenny Brantley, M.D.
Endocrinology · Amarillo, TX
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. Brantley
Dr. Kenny Brantley is an endocrinology specialist in Amarillo, TX, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Brantley performed 12,680 Medicare services across 6,107 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Brantley received a total of $152,178 from 48 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 737 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in endocrinology. 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. Brantley 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 4% volume in TX
$152,178 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗12,680
Medicare services
Top 4% in TX for endocrinology
6,107
Unique beneficiaries
$19
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~667 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,514 | $7 | $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. |
1,501 | $59 | $105 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
1,435 | $10 | $22 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
1,135 | $16 | $33 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
1,050 | $9 | $20 |
| 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. |
1,017 | $16 | $33 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
851 | $9 | $19 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
715 | $13 | $29 |
| 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. |
705 | $10 | $17 |
| 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. |
389 | $40 | $150 |
| Total cortisol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of cortisol hormone in your body. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
379 | $16 | $65 |
| 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. |
310 | $8 | $15 |
| 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. |
308 | $5 | $20 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
191 | $53 | $99 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring with interpretation This procedure involves monitoring blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin, along with the interpretation and reporting of the results. |
184 | $23 | $46 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
131 | $15 | $76 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
128 | $29 | $42 |
| Thyroglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
113 | $16 | $150 |
| Prolactin level test A blood test that measures the amount of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates milk production, in the body. |
102 | $19 | $82 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
79 | $25 | $49 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
76 | $7 | $20 |
| 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. |
58 | $75 | $119 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
39 | $3 | $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. |
35 | $3 | $6 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
33 | $14 | $56 |
| 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. |
32 | $5 | $10 |
| 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. |
32 | $53 | $232 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
31 | $5 | $34 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 22 | $3 | $65 |
| Iron level test | 20 | $6 | $28 |
| 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. |
19 | $36 | $59 |
| Urine microalbumin test A laboratory test that measures the amount of a specific protein called microalbumin in a urine sample. This analysis helps assess kidney function. |
19 | $5 | $9 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
15 | $15 | $31 |
| 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. |
12 | $9 | $16 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$152,178
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $21,740/year across 7 years
Top 9% in TX for endocrinology
48
Companies
737
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
$144,025 (94.6%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$8,153 (5.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$20,750
2023
$22,073
2022
$15,717
2021
$13,222
2020
$9,853
2019
$25,611
2018
$44,953
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novo Nordisk Inc
$85,012
Abbott Laboratories
$41,077
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$18,597
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,474
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$680
Corcept Therapeutics
$585
RECORDATI_RARE_DISEASES_INC.
$413
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$402
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$366
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$306
Amgen Inc.
$293
Dexcom, Inc.
$286
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$244
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$211
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
$204
Medtronic, Inc.
$161
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc
$144
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$138
Amryt Pharma Holdings Ltd
$130
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$129
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$124
AbbVie, Inc.
$115
EUSA Pharma (US) LLC
$103
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$102
Radius Health, Inc.
$98
Mannkind Corporation
$91
Insulet Corporation
$82
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$72
DEXCOM, INC.
$71
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$61
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$51
Eisai Inc.
$43
AbbVie Inc.
$41
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$32
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$26
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$26
MannKind Corporation
$22
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$21
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$20
Ascendis Pharma Inc
$19
Shire North American Group Inc
$17
BETA BIONICS, INC.
$16
CeQur Corporation
$14
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$13
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$12
Senseonics, Incorporated
$12
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
$11
Aegerion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 95.1% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (95%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in endocrinology and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 9% for endocrinology in TX.
Equivalent to $1,200 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Endocrinologists within 10 mi
9
Per 100K population
7.7
County median income
$50,448
Nearest hospital
QUAIL CREEK SURGICAL 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. Brantley is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in TX), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 9% 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. Brantley experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Brantley performed 1,514 blood draw (venipuncture) 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. Brantley receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Brantley received a total of $152,178 from 48 companies across 737 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. Brantley's costs compare to other endocrinologists in Amarillo?
Dr. Brantley's average Medicare payment per service is $19. 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. Brantley) 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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All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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