Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Andrew Sher, MD
Urology Physician · Oxford, FL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Mixed engagement
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. Sher 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. Sher
Dr. Andrew Sher is an urology physician in Oxford, FL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sher performed 26,233 Medicare services across 7,732 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sher received a total of $18,375 from 49 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 238 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in urology physician. The majority of payments are classified as financial or ownership interests (royalties, licensing fees, or investment interests). Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Sher 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.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 4% volume in FL
$18,375 industry payments
Florida License Status
FL DOH · MQA1
Active license
None
Board action on record
0
Recent admin complaints
| Profession | License # | Status | Expires | Board Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Doctor | 85980 | Clear | January 31, 2027 | — |
Data from Florida Department of Health Medical Quality Assurance.
License records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
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Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗26,233
Medicare services
Top 4% in FL for urology physician
7,732
Unique beneficiaries
$23
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~1,312 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.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
4,810 | $0 | $1 |
| Injection, degarelix, 1 mg | 4,003 | $3 | $8 |
| BCG treatment for bladder cancer | 3,900 | $2 | $5 |
| Automated urinalysis An automated laboratory test performed on a urine sample to analyze its chemical and physical properties. The procedure uses machinery to detect various substances and cells within the urine. |
2,947 | $2 | $5 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
2,101 | $91 | $320 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,924 | $6 | $6 |
| Gadolinium MRI contrast injection Administration of a gadolinium-based contrast agent to enhance magnetic resonance imaging. The dose is measured per milliliter of the agent injected. |
1,184 | $1 | $3 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
1,072 | $47 | $159 |
| Leuprolide injectable, camcevi, 1 mg | 756 | $66 | $147 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
521 | $8 | $26 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
512 | $61 | $227 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 408 | $136 | $336 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
368 | $63 | $608 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
283 | $115 | $422 |
| Subcutaneous or intramuscular chemotherapy injection This procedure involves administering anti-cancer hormonal medication through an injection into the tissue under the skin or into a muscle. |
168 | $25 | $81 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
131 | $22 | $60 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
126 | $25 | $65 |
| MRI of pelvis with and without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed both before and after the administration of a contrast dye to enhance image detail. |
118 | $125 | $381 |
| Bladder instillation of anti-cancer drug A procedure where an anti-cancer medication is introduced directly into the bladder. This method delivers the treatment locally to the bladder tissue. |
92 | $67 | $219 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
79 | $41 | $98 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis using contrast dye before and after administration to visualize internal structures. |
69 | $191 | $518 |
| Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube A procedure to place a temporary tube into the bladder. This allows for the drainage of urine from the bladder. |
61 | $48 | $156 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
60 | $103 | $603 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
57 | $75 | $217 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
45 | $79 | $213 |
| Endoscopic removal of foreign body, stone, or stent from urethra or bladder A procedure to remove a foreign object, stone, or stent from the urethra or bladder using an endoscope. The endoscope is a thin tube with a camera inserted into the urinary tract to locate and extract the item. |
38 | $121 | $809 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
38 | $36 | $120 |
| Additional urethral implant in prostate Placement of an additional implant into the urethra within the prostate gland using an endoscope. |
36 | $41 | $2,202 |
| Ureteral stent insertion via endoscope A flexible tube is inserted into the ureter using an endoscope to keep the passage open and allow urine to flow from the kidney to the bladder. |
34 | $110 | $802 |
| Non-needle muscle activity measurement of bladder and bowel openings This procedure measures and records the electrical activity of muscles at the bladder and bowel openings without using needles. |
33 | $26 | $162 |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying A test that uses electronic monitoring to evaluate how well the bladder empties urine. |
32 | $6 | $36 |
| Laser vaporization of prostate A procedure that uses a laser to remove excess prostate tissue through an endoscope. The process includes controlling any bleeding that occurs during the treatment. |
28 | $553 | $3,359 |
| Other procedure on male genital system A surgical or medical intervention performed on the male genital organs that does not fall under other specific categories. |
27 | $143 | $1,000 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
26 | $64 | $179 |
| Shock wave crushing of kidney stones A procedure that uses shock waves to break kidney stones into smaller pieces so they can pass more easily from the body. |
23 | $448 | $1,460 |
| Electrocardiogram (EKG), 12-lead A standard heart rhythm test using at least 12 leads to record electrical activity. A healthcare provider interprets the results and provides a written report. |
23 | $12 | $36 |
| Ureteral stone crushing with stent insertion An endoscope is used to break up a stone in the ureter, followed by the placement of a stent to keep the ureter open. |
20 | $336 | $1,061 |
| Endoscopic removal of bladder or urethra growth, 2.0-5.0 cm This procedure uses an endoscope to destroy or remove a growth from the bladder or urethra that measures between 2.0 and 5.0 centimeters. |
15 | $218 | $735 |
| Cystoscopy with chemical ablation of bladder A procedure where a camera is used to examine the bladder and a chemical agent is applied to destroy abnormal tissue. |
15 | $138 | $992 |
| Urethral dilation using endoscope A procedure to widen the urethra using a thin, lighted tube called an endoscope. This helps to open a narrowed urethral passage. |
14 | $123 | $832 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
14 | $64 | $283 |
| Ureteral stent insertion via cystoscopy A tube is placed into the ureter using an endoscope inserted through the bladder. |
11 | $71 | $773 |
| Urethral implant insertion in prostate A single implant is placed into the urethra within the prostate gland using an endoscope. |
11 | $169 | $3,230 |
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.
0.4% high complexity
42.5% medium
57.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$18,375
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,625/year across 7 years
Top 12% in FL for urology physician
49
Companies
238
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.
Financial / Ownership
Ownership or investment interests, royalties, and licensing fees
$13,500 (73.5%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$4,557 (24.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$318 (1.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$922
2023
$1,422
2022
$899
2021
$3,523
2020
$3,803
2019
$3,364
2018
$4,442
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Laser Specialty Medical, LLC
$13,500
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$415
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$390
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$355
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$332
PFIZER INC.
$308
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$262
Teleflex LLC
$231
ABBVIE INC.
$192
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$163
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$157
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$139
Boston Scientific Corporation
$132
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$131
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$115
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$101
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$94
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$89
Coloplast Corp
$79
Caldera Medical, Inc
$78
NeoTract Inc.
$76
Tolmar, Inc.
$72
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$71
AbbVie Inc.
$65
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$59
ACCORD HEALTHCARE, INC.
$55
DENTSPLY IH Inc.
$52
180 Medical, Inc.
$52
Axonics, Inc.
$50
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$50
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$49
Ambu Inc.
$44
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$39
AbbVie, Inc.
$34
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$34
Cook Medical LLC
$32
ConvaTec Inc.
$30
Allergan Inc.
$30
Acerus Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$27
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$24
Olympus America Inc.
$22
Retrophin, Inc.
$21
Amgen Inc.
$21
COLOPLAST CORP
$20
BIOPROTECT MEDICAL, INC.
$18
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
Photocure Inc
$17
Travere Therapeutics, Inc.
$16
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$14
Top 3 companies account for 77.9% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(815) Thiola · AMS 800 Artificial Urinary Sphincter · AVEED · Androgel · AquaBeam Robotic System · Axonics · Axumin · BIOPROTECT BALLOON IMPLANT SYSTEM · BOTOX · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · CAMCEVI · Cook Medical NGage · Cysview · Desara · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Erleada · FIRMAGON · GEMTESA · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL - KIDNEY STONE DISEASE · GREENLIGHT · GentleCath · Isiris aStent Removal Device · JELMYTO · KEYTRUDA · LITHOVUE · LUPRON DEPOT · LoFric · Myrbetriq · NOCDURNA · Natesto · Noctiva · Nubeqa · ORGOVYX · OXLUMO · PLUVICTO · POSLUMA · PROLARIS · PROVENGE · Prolaris · Prolia · ReTrace · SPEEDICATH · SpaceOAR VUE System - 10mL · TITAN · TOVIAZ · UROLIFT · UroLift · UroLift System · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · Xtandi · iTIND System
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 →
Payments are distributed across multiple categories with no single dominant type.
Equivalent to $70 per 100 Medicare services performed
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
32
Per 100K population
23.3
County median income
$73,297
Nearest hospital
VILLAGES REGIONAL HOSPITAL, THE
12.2 mi
12.2 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | Weekly updates |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | Monthly updates |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not public | N/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. Sher is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 4% in FL), with mixed engagement industry engagement in the top 12% of FL peers, with 20 years of NPI registration.
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. Sher experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sher performed 4,810 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Sher receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sher received a total of $18,375 from 49 companies across 238 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. Sher's costs compare to other urology physicians in Oxford?
Dr. Sher's average Medicare payment per service is $23. 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. Sher) 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 →
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