Medicare Enrolled
Dr. William Spear, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease · Evergreen Park, IL
Practice pattern: Remote & Electrophysiology
— Practice combining remote and electrophysiology services
Speaking/Promotional
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Spear
Dr. William Spear is a cardiovascular disease specialist in Evergreen Park, IL, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Spear performed 4,482 Medicare services across 2,775 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Spear received a total of $111,472 from 42 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 650 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in cardiovascular disease. The majority of payments are for speaking programs and promotional activities, reflecting participation in industry-sponsored events. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Spear 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.
✓ 19 years in practice
▲ Top 16% volume in IL
$111,472 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,482
Medicare services
Top 16% in IL for cardiovascular disease
2,775
Unique beneficiaries
$106
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~236 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,082 | $102 | $200 |
| Remote cardiac rhythm monitor evaluation, up to 30 days Review and analysis of data from a remote cardiac rhythm monitoring system over a period of up to 30 days. |
382 | $17 | $91 |
| Remote pacemaker/defibrillator monitoring, 90 days Remote evaluation of a pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the last check. |
308 | $15 | $70 |
| 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. |
290 | $12 | $60 |
| Remote pacemaker monitoring, 90 days Remote assessment of a pacemaker system, including single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless devices, performed up to 90 days apart. |
266 | $20 | $74 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
228 | $99 | $210 |
| Pacemaker programming, dual lead system Adjustment and configuration of a dual-lead pacemaker device to ensure proper operation and settings. |
215 | $63 | $133 |
| Remote monitoring of implantable heart rhythm device Evaluation of data transmitted remotely from an implantable cardiovascular monitor, such as a loop recorder or subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, over a period up to 30 days. |
208 | $50 | $360 |
| Remote evaluation of implantable defibrillator system Remote assessment of a single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system within 90 days of the previous evaluation. |
170 | $24 | $129 |
| Cardiac rhythm monitor programming Adjustment and configuration of an implanted cardiac rhythm monitoring device to ensure proper operation and data collection. |
128 | $47 | $80 |
| Repair of left upper heart chamber with implant A surgical procedure to repair the left upper chamber of the heart using an implanted device, with review by a radiologist. |
116 | $428 | $3,776 |
| Remote patient monitoring management, 20 min/month Management based on results from remote vital sign monitoring for the first 20 minutes per calendar month. |
105 | $40 | $100 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
78 | $145 | $341 |
| Remote vital sign monitoring management, each additional 20 minutes This code covers the time spent by a provider managing patient data from remote vital sign monitoring devices. It applies to each additional 20-minute increment beyond the initial monthly service period. |
78 | $33 | $120 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 75 | $180 | $338 |
| Programming of multiple lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with multiple leads to ensure proper function. |
72 | $81 | $182 |
| Remote patient monitoring device, 30 days Initial setup of devices for remote monitoring of body functions with daily data transmission or alerts. This service covers the first 30 days of the monitoring period. |
72 | $41 | $150 |
| EKG interpretation and report A standard electrocardiogram test that records the heart's electrical activity using at least 12 leads. The service includes a professional interpretation of the results and a written report. |
64 | $4 | $20 |
| Programming of dual lead implantable defibrillator system Adjustment and testing of the settings for an implanted heart device with two leads to ensure proper function. |
54 | $80 | $170 |
| Pacemaker system programming Adjustment and testing of a multi-lead pacemaker to ensure proper function and settings. |
50 | $69 | $155 |
| Atrial fibrillation ablation with pulmonary vein isolation A procedure to treat atrial fibrillation by mapping the heart's electrical activity and destroying tissue causing irregular contractions. This is done by isolating the pulmonary veins using catheter-based destruction. |
50 | $789 | $2,276 |
| Catheter ablation for abnormal heart rhythm A procedure where catheters are inserted to destroy tissue causing irregular heartbeats. |
42 | $253 | $850 |
| Heart rhythm stimulator programming after drug infusion Adjustment of a heart rhythm stimulation device following a drug infusion. This procedure involves reprogramming the device settings to ensure proper function after the medication has been administered. |
37 | $71 | $520 |
| Pacemaker programming, single lead Adjustment and testing of a single-lead pacemaker to ensure it functions correctly. |
34 | $55 | $110 |
| Cardiac rhythm monitor evaluation Review and analysis of data recorded by a cardiac rhythm monitoring device to assess heart activity. |
30 | $13 | $40 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
28 | $148 | $277 |
| Continuous ECG monitoring, up to 30 days Continuous heart rhythm monitoring for up to 30 days, including professional review and reporting of the results. |
26 | $21 | $80 |
| 30-day continuous ECG with patient-triggered event transmission and review This procedure involves continuous electrocardiogram monitoring for up to 30 days, including the transmission of patient-triggered events. A healthcare professional reviews the data and provides a report. |
26 | $690 | $2,000 |
| Insertion of implantable heart rhythm monitor A small device is placed under the skin to continuously record the heart's electrical activity. This helps detect irregular heart rhythms that may not appear during a standard office visit. |
25 | $3,567 | $15,500 |
| Remote physiologic monitoring setup and education Initial setup of remote monitoring equipment and patient education on its use. |
20 | $16 | $80 |
| Pacemaker insertion with heart chamber electrodes A surgical procedure to implant a pacemaker device and place electrodes into the upper and lower chambers of the heart to regulate heart rhythm. |
16 | $418 | $1,322 |
| 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. |
15 | $11 | $67 |
| Transesophageal echocardiogram An ultrasound of the heart performed using a probe inserted into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of heart structures and function. |
14 | $81 | $303 |
| Echocardiogram, transthoracic An ultrasound test that uses sound waves to create images of the heart's blood flow, valves, and chambers. |
14 | $14 | $54 |
| Echocardiogram with color Doppler An ultrasound of the heart that uses color imaging to visualize blood flow, measure flow rate, and assess valve function. |
14 | $2 | $26 |
| Radiofrequency ablation for supraventricular tachycardia A procedure to locate and destroy abnormal heart tissue in the upper chambers of the heart that causes a rapid heart rate. |
13 | $702 | $1,757 |
| Ultrasound of heart blood vessels with radiologist review An ultrasound exam that evaluates blood vessels within the heart, including a review of the results by a radiologist. |
13 | $57 | $268 |
| Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less This service covers the final day of hospital care when the patient is being discharged. It includes coordination of care and instructions for the patient within a time frame of 30 minutes or less. |
13 | $67 | $135 |
| Insertion of left lower heart electrode for pacemaker or defibrillator A procedure to place an electrode in the lower part of the left side of the heart. This electrode is used to connect a pacemaker or defibrillator to help regulate the heart's rhythm. |
11 | $391 | $1,054 |
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.
30.2% high complexity
0.9% medium
68.9% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$111,472
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $15,925/year across 7 years
Top 5% in IL for cardiovascular disease
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
42
Companies
650
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.
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$51,338 (46.1%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$43,356 (38.9%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$16,777 (15.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$30,671
2023
$5,098
2022
$4,724
2021
$6,728
2020
$8,916
2019
$20,526
2018
$34,808
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Boston Scientific Corporation
$18,263
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$8,945
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$1,108
Abbott Laboratories
$898
Medtronic, Inc.
$507
ATRICURE, INC.
$318
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$106
Novo Nordisk Inc
$99
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$96
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$84
Amgen Inc.
$75
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$48
Philips North America LLC
$45
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$37
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$19
Top 3 companies account for 92.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$37,884
Boston Scientific Corporation
$31,113
Biosense Webster, Inc.
$11,117
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$8,274
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$7,408
PFIZER INC.
$5,107
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$1,725
Volta Medical Inc
$1,676
Medtronic, Inc.
$1,187
Stereotaxis Inc
$1,154
Abbott Laboratories
$898
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$576
ATRICURE, INC.
$351
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$335
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$306
Novo Nordisk Inc
$275
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$255
Amgen Inc.
$219
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation
$207
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$182
CARDIVA MEDICAL, INC.
$160
BIOTRONIK INC.
$140
CardioFocus, Inc.
$129
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$106
Preventice Services, LLC
$104
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$87
Lundbeck LLC
$69
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$66
Aziyo Biologics, Inc.
$63
Philips North America LLC
$45
SCPHARMACEUTICALS INC.
$38
Biocompatibles, Inc.
$35
Terumo Medical Corporation
$30
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$27
Allergan Inc.
$21
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$19
CORDIS US CORP.
$17
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$16
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$15
Jubilant DraxImage Inc.
$14
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$12
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 71.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (46%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in cardiovascular disease and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 5% for cardiovascular disease in IL.
Geographic Context
Cardiologists within 10 mi
586
Per 100K population
11.3
County median income
$81,797
Nearest hospital
OSF LITTLE COMPANY OF MARY MEDICAL CENTER
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. Spear is a remote & electrophysiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 16% in IL), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 5% of IL peers, with 19 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. Spear experienced with office visit, established patient (30-39 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Spear performed 1,082 office visit, established patient (30-39 min) 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. Spear receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Spear received a total of $111,472 from 42 companies across 650 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. Spear's costs compare to other cardiologists in Evergreen Park?
Dr. Spear's average Medicare payment per service is $106. 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. Spear) 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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