Allergan (AbbVie) -- Payments to Plastic Surgery Physicians
This page provides a detailed breakdown of Allergan (AbbVie)'s payments to Plastic Surgery 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: Allergan (AbbVie) to Plastic Surgery
- Total Payments to Plastic Surgery Doctors: $856,755.07
- Number of Transactions: 149
- Number of Plastic Surgery Doctors Paid: 20
- Average Payment Amount: $5,750.03
- Share of Allergan (AbbVie)'s Total Spending: 19.0% of $4.5M
Why Does Allergan (AbbVie) Pay Plastic Surgery Doctors?
Pharmaceutical companies make payments to physicians in specialties related to their product portfolio. Allergan (AbbVie)'s payments to Plastic Surgery 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 Plastic Surgery doctors can indicate the importance of this specialty to Allergan (AbbVie)'s business strategy.
Understanding the relationship between Allergan (AbbVie) and Plastic Surgery physicians helps patients evaluate whether their doctor's prescribing patterns might be influenced by financial relationships with this company.
Payment Types: How Allergan (AbbVie) Pays Plastic Surgery Doctors
The following table shows the breakdown of payment categories from Allergan (AbbVie) to Plastic Surgery physicians:
| Payment Type | Total Amount | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Research Funding | $246,481.75 | 6 |
| Consulting Fees | $220,970.98 | 33 |
| Ownership Interest | $208,703.68 | 3 |
| Speaking & Education | $112,949.27 | 10 |
| Travel & Lodging | $32,399.69 | 15 |
| general | $28,667.32 | 34 |
| Food & Beverage | $6,582.38 | 48 |
Top Plastic Surgery Doctors Paid by Allergan (AbbVie)
The following Plastic Surgery physicians have received the largest total payments from Allergan (AbbVie). Click on any physician to view their complete payment report.
| Physician | Total Received | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew Walker | $101,535.38 | 1 |
| Laura Hall | $61,831.60 | 1 |
| Matthew Walker | $56,879.86 | 1 |
| Robert Johnson | $51,369.49 | 1 |
| Amy Phillips | $50,288.44 | 1 |
| Benjamin Cook | $47,120.89 | 1 |
| James Wilson | $36,717.10 | 1 |
| Angela Stewart | $33,658.92 | 1 |
| Elizabeth Roberts | $21,008.12 | 1 |
| William Lee | $18,766.31 | 1 |
| Paul Turner | $17,626.27 | 1 |
| Paul Turner | $15,783.75 | 1 |
| Thomas Miller | $15,304.45 | 1 |
| Patricia Davis | $13,802.09 | 1 |
| Amanda Lewis | $12,869.28 | 1 |
| Donna Morgan | $12,498.78 | 1 |
| Catherine Morris | $12,258.74 | 1 |
| Susan Taylor | $12,207.36 | 1 |
| Christine Edwards | $12,157.54 | 1 |
| John Anderson | $11,497.86 | 1 |
Recent Payments from Allergan (AbbVie) to Plastic Surgery Physicians
| Doctor | Amount | Type | Drug/Device | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Collins | $114.34 | meals | N/A | 2026-04-07 |
| John Anderson | $8,030.33 | speaking | N/A | 2026-04-05 |
| Emily Thompson | $6,889.39 | consulting | N/A | 2026-04-04 |
| Rachel Parker | $82.58 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-30 |
| Eric Sanchez | $4,658.05 | speaking | N/A | 2026-03-29 |
| Emily Thompson | $347.84 | general | N/A | 2026-03-16 |
| Gregory Evans | $6,573.63 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-11 |
| Paul Turner | $17,626.27 | speaking | N/A | 2026-03-08 |
| Gregory Evans | $594.50 | general | N/A | 2026-02-22 |
| Patricia Davis | $70.61 | meals | N/A | 2026-02-21 |
| Robert Johnson | $51,369.49 | research | N/A | 2026-02-13 |
| Jessica Moore | $141.97 | meals | N/A | 2026-02-11 |
| David Kim | $559.75 | travel | N/A | 2026-02-07 |
| Jennifer Patel | $85.96 | meals | N/A | 2026-01-28 |
| Nicole Lopez | $110.10 | meals | N/A | 2026-01-21 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Allergan (AbbVie) pay Plastic Surgery doctors?
According to CMS Open Payments data, Allergan (AbbVie) has made $856,755.07 in payments to Plastic Surgery physicians across 149 transactions. The average payment is $5,750.03. These payments include consulting fees, speaking engagements, meals, research funding, and other transfers of value required to be reported under the Sunshine Act.
Which Plastic Surgery doctors receive the most from Allergan (AbbVie)?
The top Plastic Surgery physician receiving payments from Allergan (AbbVie) is Matthew Walker, with $101,535.38 across 1 transactions. View the full ranking table above for all Plastic Surgery doctors paid by Allergan (AbbVie).
Why does Allergan (AbbVie) target Plastic Surgery specialists?
Pharmaceutical companies target medical specialties related to their product portfolio. Allergan (AbbVie)'s payments to Plastic Surgery doctors likely relate to drugs or devices used in plastic surgery practice. These payments can include advisory board fees, clinical trial funding, and educational speaking engagements.
Should I be concerned if my Plastic Surgery doctor takes money from Allergan (AbbVie)?
Payment from Allergan (AbbVie) to a Plastic Surgery 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 Allergan (AbbVie) products are being prescribed. Transparency helps patients have informed conversations with their physicians.
How does Allergan (AbbVie)'s Plastic Surgery spending compare to other pharma companies?
Allergan (AbbVie) has spent $856,755.07 on Plastic Surgery physicians. To compare with other pharmaceutical companies, visit the Plastic Surgery 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.