Vertex Pharmaceuticals -- Payments to Pediatrics Physicians
This page provides a detailed breakdown of Vertex Pharmaceuticals's payments to Pediatrics 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: Vertex Pharmaceuticals to Pediatrics
- Total Payments to Pediatrics Doctors: $2,369,040.05
- Number of Transactions: 223
- Number of Pediatrics Doctors Paid: 20
- Average Payment Amount: $10,623.50
- Share of Vertex Pharmaceuticals's Total Spending: 28.4% of $8.4M
Why Does Vertex Pharmaceuticals Pay Pediatrics Doctors?
Pharmaceutical companies make payments to physicians in specialties related to their product portfolio. Vertex Pharmaceuticals's payments to Pediatrics 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 Pediatrics doctors can indicate the importance of this specialty to Vertex Pharmaceuticals's business strategy.
Understanding the relationship between Vertex Pharmaceuticals and Pediatrics physicians helps patients evaluate whether their doctor's prescribing patterns might be influenced by financial relationships with this company.
Payment Types: How Vertex Pharmaceuticals Pays Pediatrics Doctors
The following table shows the breakdown of payment categories from Vertex Pharmaceuticals to Pediatrics physicians:
| Payment Type | Total Amount | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Consulting Fees | $861,928.35 | 61 |
| Research Funding | $550,449.29 | 6 |
| Speaking & Education | $446,212.51 | 21 |
| Ownership Interest | $380,287.54 | 4 |
| general | $81,080.98 | 53 |
| Travel & Lodging | $41,338.12 | 20 |
| Food & Beverage | $7,743.26 | 58 |
Top Pediatrics Doctors Paid by Vertex Pharmaceuticals
The following Pediatrics physicians have received the largest total payments from Vertex Pharmaceuticals. Click on any physician to view their complete payment report.
| Physician | Total Received | Transactions |
|---|---|---|
| Christine Edwards | $157,052.33 | 1 |
| Andrew Young | $132,442.68 | 1 |
| Michelle Scott | $116,123.66 | 1 |
| Melissa Reed | $114,409.76 | 1 |
| Michael Rodriguez | $109,708.22 | 1 |
| Paul Turner | $97,026.86 | 1 |
| Gregory Evans | $82,470.46 | 1 |
| Michelle Scott | $57,016.12 | 1 |
| Brian Wright | $54,402.05 | 1 |
| Christine Edwards | $37,845.85 | 1 |
| Robert Johnson | $34,276.33 | 1 |
| Christine Edwards | $30,920.80 | 1 |
| Andrew Young | $30,274.92 | 1 |
| Rachel Parker | $29,861.25 | 1 |
| Mark Perez | $29,731.22 | 1 |
| James Wilson | $29,387.12 | 1 |
| Benjamin Cook | $26,584.19 | 1 |
| Catherine Morris | $26,428.00 | 1 |
| Maria Martinez | $25,951.58 | 1 |
| Jeffrey Campbell | $25,694.59 | 1 |
Recent Payments from Vertex Pharmaceuticals to Pediatrics Physicians
| Doctor | Amount | Type | Drug/Device | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Wright | $54,402.05 | research | N/A | 2026-04-04 |
| William Lee | $26.90 | meals | N/A | 2026-04-01 |
| Lisa Garcia | $174.86 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-29 |
| Timothy Rogers | $12.54 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-29 |
| Ashley Nelson | $111.72 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-27 |
| Charles Baker | $22,866.99 | speaking | N/A | 2026-03-25 |
| Lisa Garcia | $201.23 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-21 |
| Karen Harris | $431.84 | travel | N/A | 2026-03-20 |
| James Wilson | $23,282.52 | speaking | N/A | 2026-03-18 |
| Donna Morgan | $23,524.84 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-13 |
| Charles Baker | $4,837.39 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-07 |
| Christine Edwards | $130.86 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-07 |
| James Wilson | $208.80 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-07 |
| Richard Brown | $13,298.23 | consulting | N/A | 2026-03-04 |
| Amanda Lewis | $189.86 | meals | N/A | 2026-03-02 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Vertex Pharmaceuticals pay Pediatrics doctors?
According to CMS Open Payments data, Vertex Pharmaceuticals has made $2,369,040.05 in payments to Pediatrics physicians across 223 transactions. The average payment is $10,623.50. These payments include consulting fees, speaking engagements, meals, research funding, and other transfers of value required to be reported under the Sunshine Act.
Which Pediatrics doctors receive the most from Vertex Pharmaceuticals?
The top Pediatrics physician receiving payments from Vertex Pharmaceuticals is Christine Edwards, with $157,052.33 across 1 transactions. View the full ranking table above for all Pediatrics doctors paid by Vertex Pharmaceuticals.
Why does Vertex Pharmaceuticals target Pediatrics specialists?
Pharmaceutical companies target medical specialties related to their product portfolio. Vertex Pharmaceuticals's payments to Pediatrics doctors likely relate to drugs or devices used in pediatrics practice. These payments can include advisory board fees, clinical trial funding, and educational speaking engagements.
Should I be concerned if my Pediatrics doctor takes money from Vertex Pharmaceuticals?
Payment from Vertex Pharmaceuticals to a Pediatrics 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 Vertex Pharmaceuticals products are being prescribed. Transparency helps patients have informed conversations with their physicians.
How does Vertex Pharmaceuticals's Pediatrics spending compare to other pharma companies?
Vertex Pharmaceuticals has spent $2,369,040.05 on Pediatrics physicians. To compare with other pharmaceutical companies, visit the Pediatrics 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.