Johnson & Johnson -- Payments to General Surgery Physicians
This page provides a detailed breakdown of Johnson & Johnson's payments to General 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: Johnson & Johnson to General Surgery
- Total Payments to General Surgery Doctors: $231,588.07
- Number of Transactions: 39
- Number of General Surgery Doctors Paid: 20
- Average Payment Amount: $5,938.16
- Share of Johnson & Johnson's Total Spending: 4.4% of $5.3M
Why Does Johnson & Johnson Pay General Surgery Doctors?
Pharmaceutical companies make payments to physicians in specialties related to their product portfolio. Johnson & Johnson's payments to General 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 General Surgery doctors can indicate the importance of this specialty to Johnson & Johnson's business strategy.
Understanding the relationship between Johnson & Johnson and General Surgery physicians helps patients evaluate whether their doctor's prescribing patterns might be influenced by financial relationships with this company.
Payment Types: How Johnson & Johnson Pays General Surgery Doctors
The following table shows the breakdown of payment categories from Johnson & Johnson to General Surgery physicians:
| Payment Type | Total Amount | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Consulting Fees | $153,609.01 | 13 |
| Research Funding | $30,795.00 | 1 |
| Speaking & Education | $23,683.52 | 3 |
| general | $11,726.17 | 8 |
| Travel & Lodging | $10,557.47 | 5 |
| Food & Beverage | $1,216.90 | 9 |
Top General Surgery Doctors Paid by Johnson & Johnson
The following General Surgery physicians have received the largest total payments from Johnson & Johnson. Click on any physician to view their complete payment report.
| Physician | Total Received | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Catherine Morris | $30,795.00 | 1 |
| Christine Edwards | $17,298.94 | 1 |
| Heather Mitchell | $16,007.87 | 1 |
| Rebecca Adams | $15,532.58 | 1 |
| Kevin Hill | $14,461.77 | 1 |
| Susan Taylor | $14,130.65 | 1 |
| Rebecca Adams | $12,820.53 | 1 |
| Elizabeth Roberts | $12,753.47 | 1 |
| Sarah Chen | $11,408.52 | 1 |
| Jessica Moore | $11,240.19 | 1 |
| Andrew Young | $10,678.43 | 1 |
| Rebecca Adams | $9,787.71 | 1 |
| Karen Harris | $9,533.58 | 1 |
| Paul Turner | $8,799.46 | 1 |
| Michael Rodriguez | $8,047.07 | 1 |
| Emily Thompson | $4,013.24 | 1 |
| Stephanie King | $3,696.65 | 1 |
| James Wilson | $2,487.29 | 1 |
| Laura Hall | $2,304.47 | 1 |
| Robert Johnson | $2,094.11 | 1 |
Recent Payments from Johnson & Johnson to General Surgery Physicians
| Doctor | Amount | Type | Drug/Device | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Lee | $204.94 | meals | N/A | 2026-04-08 |
| Heather Mitchell | $38.57 | meals | N/A | 2026-04-03 |
| Karen Harris | $9,533.58 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-27 |
| Laura Hall | $1,433.45 | travel | N/A | 2026-03-22 |
| Susan Taylor | $14,130.65 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-21 |
| Rebecca Adams | $12,820.53 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-18 |
| Susan Taylor | $488.14 | travel | N/A | 2026-03-18 |
| Heather Mitchell | $1,057.04 | general | N/A | 2026-03-18 |
| Benjamin Cook | $1,548.85 | general | N/A | 2026-03-14 |
| Catherine Morris | $30,795.00 | research | N/A | 2026-03-06 |
| Eric Sanchez | $925.99 | travel | N/A | 2026-03-02 |
| Sarah Chen | $130.78 | meals | N/A | 2026-02-20 |
| Stephanie King | $3,696.65 | travel | N/A | 2026-02-09 |
| Patricia Davis | $1,886.74 | general | N/A | 2026-02-06 |
| Paul Turner | $8,799.46 | consulting | N/A | 2026-02-05 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Johnson & Johnson pay General Surgery doctors?
According to CMS Open Payments data, Johnson & Johnson has made $231,588.07 in payments to General Surgery physicians across 39 transactions. The average payment is $5,938.16. These payments include consulting fees, speaking engagements, meals, research funding, and other transfers of value required to be reported under the Sunshine Act.
Which General Surgery doctors receive the most from Johnson & Johnson?
The top General Surgery physician receiving payments from Johnson & Johnson is Catherine Morris, with $30,795.00 across 1 transactions. View the full ranking table above for all General Surgery doctors paid by Johnson & Johnson.
Why does Johnson & Johnson target General Surgery specialists?
Pharmaceutical companies target medical specialties related to their product portfolio. Johnson & Johnson's payments to General Surgery doctors likely relate to drugs or devices used in general surgery practice. These payments can include advisory board fees, clinical trial funding, and educational speaking engagements.
Should I be concerned if my General Surgery doctor takes money from Johnson & Johnson?
Payment from Johnson & Johnson to a General 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 Johnson & Johnson products are being prescribed. Transparency helps patients have informed conversations with their physicians.
How does Johnson & Johnson's General Surgery spending compare to other pharma companies?
Johnson & Johnson has spent $231,588.07 on General Surgery physicians. To compare with other pharmaceutical companies, visit the General 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.