$37,845.85 speaking Payment -- Vertex Pharmaceuticals to Dr. Christine Edwards
This page provides a detailed analysis of a $37,845.85 speaking payment from Vertex Pharmaceuticals to Dr. Christine Edwards. Data is from the CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act) database.
Payment Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Amount | $37,845.85 |
| Payment Type | speaking |
| Payment Nature | Compensation for serving as faculty or as a speaker |
| Pharmaceutical Company | Vertex Pharmaceuticals |
| Physician | Dr. Christine Edwards |
| NPI Number | 1006088045 |
| Physician Specialty | Pediatrics |
| Location | City, MO |
| Date of Payment | 2025-07-05 |
Understanding speaking Payments
Speaking and education payments compensate physicians for presenting at conferences, continuing medical education (CME) events, and promotional speaking engagements. These payments often cover honoraria, preparation time, and travel expenses. Speaking fees are among the highest-value payment categories and have attracted significant attention from researchers studying potential conflicts of interest.
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Data from CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act). Payment does not imply wrongdoing. AI analysis is not medical or legal advice. Consult your healthcare provider about any concerns.