Biogen -- Payments to Internal Medicine Physicians
This page provides a detailed breakdown of Biogen's payments to Internal Medicine 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: Biogen to Internal Medicine
- Total Payments to Internal Medicine Doctors: $4,318,043.39
- Number of Transactions: 274
- Number of Internal Medicine Doctors Paid: 20
- Average Payment Amount: $15,759.28
- Share of Biogen's Total Spending: 32.6% of $13.3M
Why Does Biogen Pay Internal Medicine Doctors?
Pharmaceutical companies make payments to physicians in specialties related to their product portfolio. Biogen's payments to Internal Medicine 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 Internal Medicine doctors can indicate the importance of this specialty to Biogen's business strategy.
Understanding the relationship between Biogen and Internal Medicine physicians helps patients evaluate whether their doctor's prescribing patterns might be influenced by financial relationships with this company.
Payment Types: How Biogen Pays Internal Medicine Doctors
The following table shows the breakdown of payment categories from Biogen to Internal Medicine physicians:
| Payment Type | Total Amount | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Interest | $1,876,014.99 | 8 |
| Consulting Fees | $1,388,282.69 | 68 |
| Speaking & Education | $441,374.06 | 17 |
| Research Funding | $414,757.17 | 6 |
| general | $110,980.32 | 58 |
| Travel & Lodging | $74,297.06 | 28 |
| Food & Beverage | $12,337.10 | 89 |
Top Internal Medicine Doctors Paid by Biogen
The following Internal Medicine physicians have received the largest total payments from Biogen. Click on any physician to view their complete payment report.
| Physician | Total Received | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Karen Harris | $373,560.30 | 1 |
| Andrew Young | $373,004.12 | 1 |
| Catherine Morris | $329,087.36 | 1 |
| Benjamin Cook | $290,577.64 | 1 |
| Amanda Lewis | $161,516.05 | 1 |
| Amanda Lewis | $145,697.34 | 1 |
| Christine Edwards | $144,283.94 | 1 |
| Rachel Parker | $124,965.57 | 1 |
| Robert Johnson | $94,838.72 | 1 |
| Donna Morgan | $76,302.85 | 1 |
| Benjamin Cook | $75,468.24 | 1 |
| Joseph Carter | $67,981.42 | 1 |
| John Anderson | $55,549.83 | 1 |
| Emily Thompson | $53,088.46 | 1 |
| Brian Wright | $52,855.02 | 1 |
| Patricia Davis | $47,145.24 | 1 |
| Rebecca Adams | $44,741.72 | 1 |
| Timothy Rogers | $38,329.32 | 1 |
| Mark Perez | $37,446.85 | 1 |
| Charles Baker | $36,940.78 | 1 |
Recent Payments from Biogen to Internal Medicine Physicians
| Doctor | Amount | Type | Drug/Device | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Lee | $36.06 | meals | N/A | 2026-04-03 |
| Brian Wright | $15,191.32 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-29 |
| Thomas Miller | $15,532.60 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-29 |
| Christine Edwards | $144,283.94 | ownership | N/A | 2026-03-27 |
| Kevin Hill | $74.42 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-26 |
| Timothy Rogers | $26,757.60 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-22 |
| Catherine Morris | $2,645.60 | general | N/A | 2026-03-21 |
| Joseph Carter | $4,932.27 | travel | N/A | 2026-03-16 |
| Ashley Nelson | $106.31 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-14 |
| Donna Morgan | $2,232.18 | travel | N/A | 2026-03-10 |
| Angela Stewart | $1,450.72 | general | N/A | 2026-03-08 |
| Eric Sanchez | $12.66 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-08 |
| Rebecca Adams | $186.19 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-06 |
| Steven Green | $34,174.59 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-05 |
| Patricia Davis | $1,462.46 | general | N/A | 2026-03-01 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Biogen pay Internal Medicine doctors?
According to CMS Open Payments data, Biogen has made $4,318,043.39 in payments to Internal Medicine physicians across 274 transactions. The average payment is $15,759.28. These payments include consulting fees, speaking engagements, meals, research funding, and other transfers of value required to be reported under the Sunshine Act.
Which Internal Medicine doctors receive the most from Biogen?
The top Internal Medicine physician receiving payments from Biogen is Karen Harris, with $373,560.30 across 1 transactions. View the full ranking table above for all Internal Medicine doctors paid by Biogen.
Why does Biogen target Internal Medicine specialists?
Pharmaceutical companies target medical specialties related to their product portfolio. Biogen's payments to Internal Medicine doctors likely relate to drugs or devices used in internal medicine practice. These payments can include advisory board fees, clinical trial funding, and educational speaking engagements.
Should I be concerned if my Internal Medicine doctor takes money from Biogen?
Payment from Biogen to a Internal Medicine 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 Biogen products are being prescribed. Transparency helps patients have informed conversations with their physicians.
How does Biogen's Internal Medicine spending compare to other pharma companies?
Biogen has spent $4,318,043.39 on Internal Medicine physicians. To compare with other pharmaceutical companies, visit the Internal Medicine 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.