Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ryan Rowland, MD
Orthopedic Surgery · Midland, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Rowland
Dr. Ryan Rowland is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Midland, TX, with 13 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Rowland performed 4,550 Medicare services across 2,316 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Rowland received a total of $27,931 from 26 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 164 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in orthopedic surgery. 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. Rowland 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.
✓ 13 years in practice
▲ Top 10% volume in TX
$27,931 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,550
Medicare services
Top 10% in TX for orthopedic surgery
2,316
Unique beneficiaries
$62
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~350 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 (Durolane) An injection of hyaluronan or its derivative, specifically Durolane, administered directly into a joint space. |
1,141 | $5 | $25 |
| 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. |
730 | $63 | $155 |
| Steroid injection (triamcinolone) A 10 mg injection of triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid medication. This code specifies the drug and dosage administered. |
535 | $1 | $25 |
| Joint injection, major joint Removal of fluid from a large joint and/or injection of medication into the joint space. |
395 | $51 | $223 |
| 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. |
262 | $91 | $225 |
| Knee X-ray, 4 or more views An imaging test using X-rays to create multiple pictures of the knee joint from different angles. |
248 | $35 | $163 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
164 | $0 | $12 |
| 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. |
154 | $26 | $174 |
| 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. |
122 | $27 | $146 |
| 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. |
85 | $113 | $300 |
| 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. |
68 | $79 | $325 |
| 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. |
62 | $69 | $230 |
| Total knee replacement | 61 | $969 | $4,174 |
| 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. |
58 | $34 | $140 |
| 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. |
57 | $405 | $1,500 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement Use of real-time X-ray imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
53 | $84 | $160 |
| 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. |
49 | $31 | $118 |
| Elbow X-ray, minimum 3 views An X-ray imaging test of the elbow joint that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
35 | $25 | $130 |
| 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. |
35 | $27 | $130 |
| 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. |
26 | $28 | $154 |
| Computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure A surgical procedure involving muscles or bones that utilizes computer technology to assist with planning or execution. |
21 | $109 | $750 |
| Knee X-ray, 1-2 views An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
21 | $22 | $122 |
| MRI of leg joint, without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of a joint in the leg performed without the use of contrast dye. |
21 | $139 | $1,694 |
| Joint fluid aspiration or injection, medium joint Removal of fluid from a medium-sized joint or injection of medication into the joint space. |
19 | $39 | $176 |
| 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. |
19 | $21 | $130 |
| Total shoulder joint prosthetic repair Surgical replacement of the shoulder joint with a prosthetic device. This procedure involves removing damaged joint components and inserting artificial parts to restore function. |
18 | $1,096 | $5,000 |
| 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. |
18 | $204 | $2,709 |
| 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. |
18 | $123 | $1,722 |
| 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. |
15 | $125 | $2,300 |
| Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair A minimally invasive surgery to repair torn shoulder tendons using a small camera and instruments inserted through tiny incisions. |
14 | $777 | $3,200 |
| Surgical repair of broken thigh bone with implant A surgical procedure to fix a fractured femur by using a bone implant to stabilize the broken bone. |
13 | $932 | $4,402 |
| 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. |
13 | $125 | $3,056 |
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.
2.1% high complexity
53.5% medium
44.4% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$27,931
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $3,990/year across 7 years
Top 17% in TX for orthopedic surgery
26
Companies
164
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
$13,094 (46.9%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$9,837 (35.2%)
Scientific / Research
Research funding and grants
$5,000 (17.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,098
2023
$458
2022
$4,153
2021
$3,654
2020
$1,487
2019
$1,545
2018
$14,537
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Arthrex, Inc.
$8,597
DJO, LLC
$5,000
Smith & Nephew, Inc.
$4,498
Stryker Corporation
$3,896
Rattan and Associates
$2,161
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.
$1,690
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.
$856
HERAEUS MEDICAL, LLC.
$197
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$151
Pylant Medical
$139
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$120
Desert Mountain Medical
$103
Bioventus LLC
$96
Peerless Surgical Inc.
$88
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc.
$83
Radius Health, Inc.
$58
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$36
Vericel Corporation
$31
FX Shoulder USA, Inc
$23
Heraeus Medical, LLC.
$21
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$17
Assertio Therapeutics, Inc.
$16
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$16
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$14
Orthofix Medical, Inc.
$14
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$12
Top 3 companies account for 64.8% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADAPT · AEQUALIS PERFORM · AEQUALIS PERFORM REVERSED · AXSOS · Accelero-None · BIO4 · BRIDION · CINCHLOCK SS · COBRA · CONEXTIONS TR TENDON REPAIR SYSTEM-IMPLANT MECHANISM · Coblation Wands · Connected Health-MyMobility · DUEXIS · DYNACORD · Durolane · EUFLEXXA · Exogen Ultrasound Bone Healing System · FLEXITOUCH · GAMMA · HOFFMANN · Healicoil · INSIGNIA · MACI · MAKO · MONOVISC · ORTHOLOC 3DI · PALACOS · PANGEA · PENNSAID · PIVOT PORTAL ENTRY KIT · Persona · Physio-Stim · Quatro Link · RAYOS · REUNION · ROSA · ROSA-Knee · Regeneten · SHOULDER IMPLANTS SPEEDBRIDGE BIO ANCHORS · SPRIX · SYNVISC-ONE · Subchondroplasty · T2 ALPHA · TRIATHLON · Tymlos · VARIAX · ZIPSOR · 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 (47%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in orthopedic surgery and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware.
Equivalent to $614 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Orthopedic surgeons within 10 mi
19
Per 100K population
11.1
County median income
$93,984
Nearest hospital
MIDLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
3.1 mi
3.1 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. Rowland is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 10% in TX), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 17% of TX peers.
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. Rowland experienced with joint lubricant injection (durolane)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Rowland performed 1,141 joint lubricant injection (durolane) 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. Rowland receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Rowland received a total of $27,931 from 26 companies across 164 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. Rowland's costs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Midland?
Dr. Rowland's average Medicare payment per service is $62. 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. Rowland) 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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