Medicare Enrolled
Dr. John Cieslak, M.D., PH.D.
Vascular & Interventional Radiology Physician · Evanston, IL
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Cieslak
Dr. John Cieslak is a vascular & interventional radiology physician in Evanston, IL, with 15 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Cieslak performed 1,041 Medicare services across 947 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Cieslak received a total of $3,479 from 13 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 44 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in vascular & interventional radiology physician. Most payments are for meals and travel — low-value interactions common across virtually all practicing physicians. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Cieslak is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 15 years in practice
▲ 1,041 Medicare services
$3,479 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗1,041
Medicare services
Bottom 42% in IL for vascular & interventional radiology physician
947
Unique beneficiaries
$62
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~69 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
163 | $11 | $42 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
134 | $12 | $57 |
| Chest fluid aspiration with imaging guidance This procedure involves removing fluid from the chest cavity using imaging technology to guide the needle placement. |
96 | $92 | $280 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
83 | $15 | $63 |
| Chest X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the chest taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the structures within the chest cavity. |
67 | $7 | $30 |
| Abdominal fluid drainage with imaging guidance Removal of fluid from the abdominal cavity using imaging technology to guide the procedure. |
63 | $84 | $472 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
49 | $57 | $176 |
| Central venous port insertion A surgical procedure to place a small reservoir under the skin for long-term access to the bloodstream. The device is connected to a vein to allow for repeated medication administration or blood draws. |
45 | $286 | $2,623 |
| Hemodialysis circuit intervention with balloon dilation A procedure to insert a needle or tube into a hemodialysis circuit and dilate the dialysis segment using a balloon, with radiological review. |
31 | $195 | $831 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
31 | $25 | $107 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
27 | $9 | $35 |
| Core needle biopsy of lung or mediastinum A procedure to remove a small tissue sample from the lung or the space between the lungs using a needle inserted through the skin. |
25 | $125 | $497 |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous catheter for infusion, age 5+ A surgical procedure to place a long-term catheter into a large vein for delivering medications or fluids. The catheter is tunneled under the skin to reduce infection risk and provide stable access for patients aged 5 and older. |
23 | $220 | $1,896 |
| Contrast injection through abdominal tube for X-ray A contrast dye is injected into the abdomen through a tube to enhance visibility during an X-ray study. |
21 | $27 | $307 |
| Radiologist review of abscess or sinus study A radiologist reviews the images from a study of an abscess or sinus cavity. |
21 | $20 | $89 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
19 | $58 | $239 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, each additional growth This procedure involves using ultrasound guidance to perform a fine needle aspiration biopsy on an additional growth during the same session. |
16 | $42 | $120 |
| Chest fluid drainage with tube insertion using imaging guidance This procedure removes fluid from the chest cavity and places a tube to stay in place for ongoing drainage. Imaging guidance is used to help position the tube accurately. |
16 | $121 | $626 |
| Liver duct drainage tube replacement with imaging guidance A radiologist replaces a drainage tube in the liver ducts while using imaging to guide the procedure and reviews the results. |
14 | $103 | $446 |
| Insertion of non-tunneled central venous catheter A procedure to place a central venous catheter for infusion in patients aged 5 years or older. The catheter is inserted directly into a large vein without being tunneled under the skin. |
13 | $72 | $629 |
| Infusion tube insertion with imaging guidance A radiologist inserts an infusion tube into the body while using imaging guidance to ensure proper placement and reviews the procedure. |
13 | $71 | $288 |
| Removal of tunneled central venous tube This procedure involves the removal of a catheter that has been surgically placed under the skin and threaded into a large vein. |
13 | $111 | $328 |
| Stomach tube insertion with fluoroscopy and contrast A tube is placed into the stomach while using live X-ray imaging and a contrast dye to guide the procedure. |
13 | $170 | $790 |
| Removal of central venous port or pump A procedure to remove a central venous access device, such as a port or pump, from the body. |
12 | $117 | $462 |
| Liver needle biopsy through skin A procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove a small sample of liver tissue for examination. |
11 | $67 | $796 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
11 | $7 | $30 |
| CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis. |
11 | $86 | $360 |
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.
6.1% high complexity
48.4% medium
45.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$3,479
Total received (2019-2024)
Avg $696/year across 5 years
Top 43% in IL for vascular & interventional radiology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
13
Companies
44
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.
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$2,947 (84.7%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$533 (15.3%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$529
2023
$782
2022
$821
2021
$1,081
2019
$266
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Inari Medical, Inc.
$266
Balt USA, LLC
$115
Penumbra, Inc.
$110
Medtronic, Inc.
$39
Top 3 companies account for 92.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2019-2024) ›
Penumbra, Inc.
$1,240
Medtronic, Inc.
$592
Inari Medical, Inc.
$558
Balt USA, LLC
$409
Terumo Medical Corporation
$193
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$134
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$97
Boston Scientific Corporation
$71
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$52
ARGON MEDICAL DEVICES, INC.
$46
Stryker Corporation
$43
EKOS Corporation
$34
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 68.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ABRE · ANGIO-SEAL · ANGIOJET · AZUR · CARDIVA VASCADE 6/7F VCS · Cardiva VASCADE MVP VVCS 6-12F · Chameleon · EKOSONIC · ELIQUIS · ELUVIA · EkoSonic · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · INTERLOCK · Indigo System · JETSTREAM SC · KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty · NAVICROSS · OPTION · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION SYSTEM · Penumbra System · Prestige Coil System · RESTORE · RUBY Coil · S · SPINEJACK · VIATORR TIPS Endoprosthesis w/ Controlled Expansion
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 →
Most payments (85%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Vascular & interventional radiology physicians within 10 mi
102
Per 100K population
2.0
County median income
$81,797
Nearest hospital
NORTHSHORE UNIVERSITY HEALTHSYSTEM - EVANSTON HOSPITAL
0.0 mi
0.0 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 reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Cieslak is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement, with 15 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Cieslak experienced with sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Cieslak performed 163 sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes 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. Cieslak receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Cieslak received a total of $3,479 from 13 companies across 44 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. Cieslak's costs compare to other vascular & interventional radiology physicians in Evanston?
Dr. Cieslak's average Medicare payment per service is $62. 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. Cieslak) 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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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.
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