Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Philip Blaustein, MD

Neuroradiology Physician · Bradenton, FL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
2020 59TH ST WEST, Bradenton, FL 34209
9417926611
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1861445538 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating. This page presents federal public records about Dr. Blaustein from CMS (NPPES, Open Payments, Medicare Provider Utilization, PECOS). It is not medical advice, an endorsement, or a judgment of clinical quality. Always consult the provider directly and a licensed clinician for medical decisions. Read methodology →
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What this data tells you about Dr. Blaustein

Dr. Philip Blaustein is a neuroradiology physician in Bradenton, FL, with 19 years in practice. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Blaustein performed 3,617 Medicare services across 3,293 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Blaustein received a total of $815 from 6 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 11 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in neuroradiology physician. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Blaustein is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 19 years in practice▲ Top 34% volume in FL$ $815 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
3,617
Medicare services
Top 34% in FL for neuroradiology physician
3,293
Unique beneficiaries
$28
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~190 Medicare services per year of practice

Top procedures by volume

Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.

ProcedureVolumeAvg. paidAvg. submitted
Chest X-ray, 1 view707$7$50
Screening mammography370$36$40
3D screening mammography (tomosynthesis)368$28$155
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066)183$22$160
Diagnostic mammography of 1 breast164$29$259
CT scan of head/brain, without contrast139$31$314
Chest X-ray, 2 views139$8$55
Limited ultrasound scan of 1 breast130$28$222
Diagnostic mammography of both breasts130$35$317
Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function99$20$193
Bone density scan (DEXA)93$9$74
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast73$64$835
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast64$67$894
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast63$37$425
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views59$7$67
CT scan of chest, without contrast49$38$425
Mri scan of both breasts49$86$567
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast48$66$707
Mri scan of brain without contrast42$55$549
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views35$8$60
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view35$7$46
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast31$61$643
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast29$65$643
X-ray of hip, 1 view29$7$51
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast27$83$874
Placement of locating device in breast using ultrasound guidance, first growth26$66$686
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers26$25$263
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast25$55$549
Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity25$26$267
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers25$17$173
Ct scan of chest with contrast23$43$460
Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen21$22$217
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow21$30$230
Mri scan of abdomen before and after contrast20$82$830
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast19$36$425
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views19$7$51
3d radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing19$30$316
3d radiographic procedure18$7$74
Ct scan of blood vessels and grafts of heart with contrast16$83$776
Biopsy of breast and placement of locating device using x-ray with needle, first growth15$130$913
Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views15$7$68
Nuclear medicine study of lymphatic system15$44$449
Ct scan of face without contrast14$31$420
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views14$9$80
Ct scan of blood vessels of abdomen and pelvis with contrast14$82$693
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis before and after contrast14$75$958
X-ray of spine, 1 view13$6$59
Biopsy of breast and placement of locating device using ultrasound, first growth12$112$854
X-ray of ribs on side of body, minimum of 3 views11$10$94
Ct scan of pelvis without contrast11$41$402
X-ray of lower leg, 2 views11$6$67
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. A higher procedure volume generally indicates more experience with that procedure.

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2023 ↗
$815
Total received (2020-2023)
Avg $204/year across 4 years
Top 33% in FL for neuroradiology physician
6
Companies
11
Individual payments
All payments are legal and publicly reported · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →

Payment profile

Industry payments classified by relationship type. Not all payments are equal — research and consulting reflect different relationships than speaking programs or meals.

Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$500 (61.3%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$315 (38.7%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2023
$23
2022
$672
2021
$68
2020
$53

Payments by company (2023)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
iCAD, Inc
$500
GE HealthCare
$138
GE HEALTHCARE
$109
Inari Medical, Inc.
$35
LEICA MICROSYSTEMS INC.
$22
Cook Medical LLC
$11
Top 3 companies account for 91.6% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AXXENT SURFACE CONTROLLER · Cook Medical Flexor Ansel · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · Mammotome revolve · S
Should you be concerned? Payments from pharmaceutical and device companies are legal and common — 57% of U.S. physicians receive at least one. They often reflect legitimate consulting, research, or education. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →

The majority of payments (61%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers.

Equivalent to $23 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Neuroradiology Physicians within 10 mi
5
Per 100K population
1.2
County median income
$75,792
Nearest hospital
HCA FLORIDA BLAKE HOSPITAL
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPESWeekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOSMonthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util.Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open PaymentsCY 2023
Disciplinary History— Not publicN/A

This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Blaustein is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, and consulting-driven industry engagement, with 19 years of practice experience.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Blaustein experienced with chest x-ray, 1 view?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Blaustein performed 707 chest x-ray, 1 view services. Research suggests that higher procedure volume is often associated with better outcomes, particularly for complex procedures. Note that Medicare data only captures patients aged 65 and older, so the total practice volume across all patients is likely higher.
Does Dr. Blaustein receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Blaustein received a total of $815 from 6 companies across 11 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common among physicians — 57% of all U.S. physicians receive at least one industry payment. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Blaustein's costs compare to other neuroradiology physicians in Bradenton?
Dr. Blaustein's average Medicare payment per service is $28. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Blaustein) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating a long track record of practice, Medicare participation, and industry disclosure. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
Is this data up to date?
Each data source has its own update cycle. Provider registry data (NPPES) is updated weekly. Medicare enrollment (PECOS) is updated monthly. Medicare practice data has a ~2 year lag — the most recent available is typically 2 years prior. Industry payment data (Open Payments) is published annually, usually in June, covering the prior calendar year. We display the data date prominently on each section so you always know how current it is. See our data freshness policy →
About this page

All data on this page is sourced verbatim from public federal records published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.

This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. The Transparency Score measures data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.

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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →