AbbVie Inc -- Payments to Neurology Physicians
This page provides a detailed breakdown of AbbVie Inc's payments to Neurology physicians, as reported in the CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act) database. Understanding how a pharmaceutical company targets specific medical specialties reveals important patterns about their marketing strategies and physician relationships.
Payment Summary: AbbVie Inc to Neurology
- Total Payments to Neurology Doctors: $204,757.16
- Number of Transactions: 39
- Number of Neurology Doctors Paid: 20
- Average Payment Amount: $5,250.18
- Share of AbbVie Inc's Total Spending: 1.5% of $13.5M
Why Does AbbVie Inc Pay Neurology Doctors?
Pharmaceutical companies make payments to physicians in specialties related to their product portfolio. AbbVie Inc's payments to Neurology specialists may include consulting fees for drug development advice, speaking engagements at medical conferences, clinical trial research funding, and meals during product education visits. The volume and types of payments to Neurology doctors can indicate the importance of this specialty to AbbVie Inc's business strategy.
Understanding the relationship between AbbVie Inc and Neurology physicians helps patients evaluate whether their doctor's prescribing patterns might be influenced by financial relationships with this company.
Payment Types: How AbbVie Inc Pays Neurology Doctors
The following table shows the breakdown of payment categories from AbbVie Inc to Neurology physicians:
| Payment Type | Total Amount | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Consulting Fees | $141,270.17 | 10 |
| Speaking & Education | $42,645.20 | 5 |
| Travel & Lodging | $11,835.28 | 5 |
| general | $7,440.63 | 6 |
| Food & Beverage | $1,565.88 | 13 |
Top Neurology Doctors Paid by AbbVie Inc
The following Neurology physicians have received the largest total payments from AbbVie Inc. Click on any physician to view their complete payment report.
| Physician | Total Received | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| William Lee | $26,627.87 | 1 |
| Paul Turner | $26,168.55 | 1 |
| Jeffrey Campbell | $25,643.56 | 1 |
| Amanda Lewis | $23,082.41 | 1 |
| David Kim | $16,619.23 | 1 |
| William Lee | $14,981.17 | 1 |
| Patricia Davis | $10,559.37 | 1 |
| Richard Brown | $9,654.39 | 1 |
| Benjamin Cook | $7,489.96 | 1 |
| Richard Brown | $6,386.02 | 1 |
| Jennifer Patel | $5,991.30 | 1 |
| Jessica Moore | $4,513.74 | 1 |
| Emily Thompson | $3,592.18 | 1 |
| Kevin Hill | $3,462.90 | 1 |
| Benjamin Cook | $3,345.17 | 1 |
| Thomas Miller | $3,159.27 | 1 |
| Stephanie King | $2,679.11 | 1 |
| Christopher Clark | $1,962.51 | 1 |
| Eric Sanchez | $1,880.79 | 1 |
| Charles Baker | $1,701.42 | 1 |
Recent Payments from AbbVie Inc to Neurology Physicians
| Doctor | Amount | Type | Drug/Device | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Cook | $3,345.17 | travel | N/A | 2026-04-07 |
| Amy Phillips | $94.35 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-14 |
| Jessica Moore | $4,513.74 | speaking | N/A | 2026-03-11 |
| James Wilson | $172.61 | general | N/A | 2026-03-07 |
| Donna Morgan | $216.81 | meals | N/A | 2026-02-26 |
| Christopher Clark | $1,962.51 | general | N/A | 2026-02-25 |
| William Lee | $287.57 | general | N/A | 2026-02-23 |
| Thomas Miller | $3,159.27 | travel | N/A | 2026-02-21 |
| Kevin Hill | $3,462.90 | speaking | N/A | 2026-02-09 |
| Jennifer Patel | $5,991.30 | consulting | N/A | 2026-02-07 |
| Charles Baker | $76.51 | meals | N/A | 2026-02-06 |
| William Lee | $14,981.17 | consulting | N/A | 2026-02-03 |
| Jeffrey Campbell | $25,643.56 | consulting | N/A | 2026-01-28 |
| Benjamin Cook | $7,489.96 | speaking | N/A | 2026-01-25 |
| Daniel White | $173.02 | meals | N/A | 2026-01-24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does AbbVie Inc pay Neurology doctors?
According to CMS Open Payments data, AbbVie Inc has made $204,757.16 in payments to Neurology physicians across 39 transactions. The average payment is $5,250.18. These payments include consulting fees, speaking engagements, meals, research funding, and other transfers of value required to be reported under the Sunshine Act.
Which Neurology doctors receive the most from AbbVie Inc?
The top Neurology physician receiving payments from AbbVie Inc is William Lee, with $26,627.87 across 1 transactions. View the full ranking table above for all Neurology doctors paid by AbbVie Inc.
Why does AbbVie Inc target Neurology specialists?
Pharmaceutical companies target medical specialties related to their product portfolio. AbbVie Inc's payments to Neurology doctors likely relate to drugs or devices used in neurology practice. These payments can include advisory board fees, clinical trial funding, and educational speaking engagements.
Should I be concerned if my Neurology doctor takes money from AbbVie Inc?
Payment from AbbVie Inc to a Neurology physician does not imply wrongdoing. Many payments represent legitimate professional activities like research and medical education. However, patients may want to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if AbbVie Inc products are being prescribed. Transparency helps patients have informed conversations with their physicians.
How does AbbVie Inc's Neurology spending compare to other pharma companies?
AbbVie Inc has spent $204,757.16 on Neurology physicians. To compare with other pharmaceutical companies, visit the Neurology specialty page for a broader view of which companies spend the most on this medical specialty.
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Data from CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act). Payment does not imply wrongdoing. AI analysis is not medical or legal advice.