Not Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mark Kipnes, MD
Endocrinology · San Antonio, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 3 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Kipnes
Dr. Mark Kipnes is an endocrinology specialist in San Antonio, TX, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kipnes performed 6,496 Medicare services across 5,131 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kipnes received a total of $33,001 from 70 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 1390 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in endocrinology. 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. Kipnes 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 7% volume in TX
$33,001 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,496
Medicare services
Top 7% in TX for endocrinology
5,131
Unique beneficiaries
$22
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~342 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. |
786 | $6 | $6 |
| 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. |
663 | $77 | $209 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
610 | $10 | $29 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
548 | $9 | $27 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
488 | $16 | $46 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
478 | $9 | $25 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
447 | $13 | $37 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
378 | $29 | $75 |
| 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. |
337 | $5 | $13 |
| 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. |
293 | $8 | $21 |
| 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. |
174 | $25 | $87 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
150 | $13 | $37 |
| 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. |
125 | $121 | $282 |
| Glycated protein level test A blood test that measures the level of glycated protein to assess average blood sugar control over time. |
115 | $16 | $41 |
| 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. |
109 | $40 | $113 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
100 | $5 | $14 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
99 | $6 | $15 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
85 | $15 | $41 |
| 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. |
59 | $57 | $142 |
| 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. |
40 | $10 | $49 |
| 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. |
34 | $37 | $78 |
| Trabecular bone score calculation This procedure calculates the trabecular bone score using imaging data to assess bone microarchitecture. It includes interpretation and a report on fracture risk. |
34 | $27 | $79 |
| C-peptide level test A blood test that measures the amount of C-peptide, a protein produced along with insulin, to help evaluate insulin production and diabetes management. |
34 | $20 | $57 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
32 | $16 | $44 |
| Sex hormone binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of sex hormone binding globulin, a protein that binds to sex hormones in the bloodstream. |
29 | $20 | $60 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
28 | $8 | $23 |
| 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. |
28 | $6 | $18 |
| Kidney function blood test panel | 26 | $9 | $24 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
22 | $3 | $9 |
| Liver stiffness measurement A non-invasive test that uses ultrasound or similar technology to measure the stiffness of liver tissue. This measurement helps assess the degree of liver fibrosis or scarring. |
20 | $19 | $120 |
| 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. |
19 | $19 | $53 |
| Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level A blood test to measure the level of follicle stimulating hormone, a reproductive hormone. |
18 | $18 | $51 |
| Luteinizing hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of luteinizing hormone, a reproductive hormone. This test helps evaluate hormonal balance and reproductive function. |
18 | $18 | $51 |
| 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. |
18 | $17 | $46 |
| 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. |
15 | $16 | $45 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
15 | $14 | $40 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 11 | $8 | $22 |
| 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. |
11 | $10 | $26 |
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 ↗$33,001
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $4,714/year across 7 years
Top 18% in TX for endocrinology
70
Companies
1,390
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
$25,074 (76.0%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$6,199 (18.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$1,728 (5.2%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,621
2023
$5,763
2022
$3,603
2021
$3,903
2020
$4,523
2019
$8,133
2018
$4,455
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$4,064
Novo Nordisk Inc
$3,784
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$2,198
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
$1,802
Lilly USA, LLC
$1,545
Radius Health, Inc.
$1,426
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$1,282
Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
$1,244
Amgen Inc.
$1,224
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$940
Mannkind Corporation
$898
Medtronic, Inc.
$826
Abbott Laboratories
$813
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$785
Ascensia Diabetes Care Us Inc.
$763
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$731
MannKind Corporation
$723
PFIZER INC.
$633
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$590
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.
$559
Corcept Therapeutics
$472
Valeritas, Inc.
$454
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$401
RECORDATI_RARE_DISEASES_INC.
$386
AbbVie, Inc.
$350
AbbVie Inc.
$346
ABBVIE INC.
$315
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$313
Zealand Pharma US, Inc.
$299
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$273
Dexcom, Inc.
$214
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$204
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$177
CeQur Corporation
$176
BETA BIONICS, INC.
$162
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$139
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$137
Insulet Corporation
$123
Shire North American Group Inc
$100
Senseonics, Incorporated
$96
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals LLC
$89
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc
$71
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$68
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$61
EUSA Pharma (US) LLC
$58
OPKO Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$56
DEXCOM, INC.
$45
Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc.
$44
Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC
$43
Tolmar, Inc.
$42
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$38
Strongbridge US INC.
$36
Nalpropion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$29
LIFESCAN, INC.
$29
Companion Medical, Inc.
$29
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.
$25
Organogenesis Inc.
$24
Roche Diabetes Care, Inc.
$24
Eisai Inc.
$24
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
$23
LifeScan, Inc.
$22
Almatica Pharma LLC
$22
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$21
Amryt Pharma Holdings Ltd
$19
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$17
Nevro Corp.
$16
GRT US Holding, Inc.
$15
Acerus Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$14
Intuity Medical Inc
$14
AKRIMAX PHARMACEUTICALS, LLC
$12
Top 3 companies account for 30.4% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AFREZZA · Aimovig · BAQSIMI · BD NANO · BD Nano · BD Nano 2nd Gen Pen Needle · BYDUREON · Belviq · CHANTIX · CONTRAVE · CREON · Cables · CeQur Simplicity · Creon · Crysvita · Cryvista · DC ACCU-CHEK Diabetes Management Solutions · DEXCOM CGM · DEXCOM G6 TRANSMITTER · DIABETES - DISEASE · Dexcom CGM · Dexcom G6 Transmitter · Dojolvi · ENTRESTO · EVENITY · EVERSENSE 365 SENSOR KIT (RETAIL) · EVERSENSE E3 SENSOR KIT - RETAIL · Eversense · FARXIGA · FIASP · FORTEO · FREESTYLE LIBRE · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · FreeStyle Libre · FreeStyle Libre 2 · FreeStyle Libre blood glucose Flash Monitoring System · GENOTROPIN · GLYXAMBI · GVOKE HYPOPEN · GVOKE PFS · HUMALOG · HUMULIN · HUMULIN R 500 · HUMULIN U · INPEN SMART INSULIN DELIVERY SYSTEM · INTELLIS ADAPTIVESTIM · INVOKANA · ISTURISA · InPen · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · JATENZO · Kerendia · Kits and Accessories · Korlym · LANTUS · LEQVIO · LINZESS · LYRICA · Levemir · MACRILEN · MINIMED 770G · MINIMED 780G · MOUNJARO · MYCAPSSA · Macrilen · Minimed 630G · Minimed 670G System · Minimed 770G System · NATPARA · NEXLETOL · NEXLIZET · NOCDURNA · Natesto · OT Verio Reflect "One Touch Meter and Strips" · OTREXUP · Omnia · Omnipod · Otezla · Otrexup · Ozempic · PRALUENT · Pogo Automatic Blood Glucose Monitoring System · Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs · Prolia · Puraply · Qutenza · RAYALDEE · RECORLEV · RYBELSUS · Rayaldee · Repatha · Rybelsus · SIGNIFOR LAR · SOLIQUA · SOLIQUA 100/33 · SOMATULINE DEPOT · SOMAVERT · STEGLATRO · STEGLUJAN · SYNTHROID · Saxenda · Software · Sogroya · Somatuline Depot · Sylvant · Synthroid · TEPEZZA · TERIPARATIDE · TLANDO · TOUJEO · TOVIAZ · TRADJENTA · TRULICITY · TZIELD · Tirosint · Tresiba · Tymlos · UBRELVY · V-GO · V-GO DISPOSABLE INSULIN DELIVERY · VANTA ADAPTIVESTIM · Vascepa · Victoza · Wegovy · XARELTO · XYOSTED · ZAVZPRET · ZEGALOGUE · iLet Bionic Pancreas · t-slim insulin pump · t:slim X2 Insulin Pump with Control-IQ · t:slim X2 insulin pump
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 $508 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Endocrinologists within 10 mi
62
Per 100K population
3.0
County median income
$70,571
Nearest hospital
UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | — Not enrolled | N/A |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/A |
This provider has data in 3 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. Kipnes is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 7% in TX), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 18% 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. Kipnes experienced with blood draw (venipuncture)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kipnes performed 786 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. Kipnes receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kipnes received a total of $33,001 from 70 companies across 1,390 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. Kipnes's costs compare to other endocrinologists in San Antonio?
Dr. Kipnes's average Medicare payment per service is $22. 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. Kipnes) 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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