Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mark Brandt, MD
Urology Physician · Park Ridge, IL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Brandt
Dr. Mark Brandt is an urology physician in Park Ridge, IL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Brandt performed 12,661 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Brandt received a total of $1,374,387 from 77 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 391 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Brandt 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.
✓ 20 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 8% volume in IL
$1,374,387 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗12,661
Medicare services
Top 8% in IL for urology physician
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$55
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botox injection, per unit An injection of onabotulinumtoxinA, a medication used to temporarily relax muscles or reduce gland activity. The dose is measured in units, with this code representing a single unit administered. |
3,500 | $5 | $20 |
| Leuprolide injectable, camcevi, 1 mg | 1,806 | $66 | $150 |
| 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. |
1,750 | $91 | $228 |
| 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. |
1,642 | $2 | $20 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
1,415 | $8 | $100 |
| 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. |
551 | $67 | $140 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
258 | $200 | $930 |
| 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. |
167 | $140 | $324 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
163 | $111 | $260 |
| 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. |
133 | $112 | $302 |
| 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. |
113 | $69 | $163 |
| 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. |
106 | $43 | $80 |
| Implantable tissue marker, each A small marker is implanted into tissue to serve as a reference point for future medical imaging or procedures. |
89 | $218 | $800 |
| 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. |
87 | $277 | $1,370 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
83 | $84 | $570 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
75 | $95 | $243 |
| 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. |
68 | $96 | $2,140 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
65 | $197 | $1,010 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
65 | $101 | $590 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 54 | $170 | $400 |
| 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. |
48 | $29 | $160 |
| Office visit, established patient (10-19 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting 10 to 19 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
47 | $45 | $103 |
| 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. |
47 | $101 | $200 |
| 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. |
41 | $51 | $340 |
| 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. |
37 | $272 | $1,130 |
| Endoscopic destruction of bladder/urethra growth, less than 0.5 cm A procedure to remove abnormal tissue growths from the bladder or urethra using an endoscope. This specific code applies when the growths are smaller than 0.5 centimeters. |
22 | $667 | $3,680 |
| Endoscopic removal of kidney or ureter stone A procedure to remove or manipulate a stone in the kidney or ureter using an endoscope. The endoscope is a thin, lighted tube inserted into the body to visualize and treat the stone. |
21 | $272 | $1,680 |
| Transurethral prostate removal with electrocautery This procedure involves removing the prostate gland through the urethra using an endoscope and an electrocautery knife to control bleeding. |
20 | $624 | $3,670 |
| 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. |
19 | $448 | $4,100 |
| Complicated insertion of bladder tube | 19 | $65 | $620 |
| 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. |
19 | $323 | $1,330 |
| 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. |
19 | $348 | $1,800 |
| Injection of biodegradable material next to prostate A procedure involving the injection of a biodegradable substance into the tissue surrounding the prostate gland. |
19 | $2,439 | $9,000 |
| Prostate radiation therapy device placement A device is placed in the prostate to facilitate radiation therapy. This procedure involves positioning the device to aid in the delivery of radiation treatment. |
19 | $62 | $660 |
| Imaging of urinary tract with contrast An imaging test of the urinary tract performed after a contrast agent is injected to enhance visibility of the structures. |
19 | $20 | $580 |
| 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. |
17 | $148 | $380 |
| Bladder tumor removal via endoscope This procedure involves using an endoscope to destroy or remove a large growth from the bladder. |
14 | $325 | $2,300 |
| 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. |
13 | $27 | $560 |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying A test that uses electronic monitoring to evaluate how well the bladder empties urine. |
11 | $6 | $240 |
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
1.1% high complexity
41.3% medium
57.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$1,374,387
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $196,341/year across 7 years
Top 0% in IL for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
77
Companies
391
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,359
2023
$1,157,131
2022
$42,745
2021
$40,567
2020
$40,690
2019
$50,898
2018
$40,997
Payments by company (2024)
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$153
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$126
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$102
Endo USA, Inc.
$82
ACCORD HEALTHCARE, INC.
$72
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$70
ABBVIE INC.
$64
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$63
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$57
Abbott Laboratories
$46
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$45
PFIZER INC.
$42
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$38
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$33
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$29
Teleflex LLC
$29
VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED
$26
Boston Scientific Corporation
$26
ConvaTec Inc.
$25
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$24
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$24
COLOPLAST CORP
$24
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$21
Agiliti Surgical, Inc.
$21
Olympus America Inc.
$21
Novo Nordisk Inc
$20
Tempus AI, Inc
$20
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$20
ABC Home Medical Supply, Inc.
$19
Calyxo, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 28.1% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$1,367,393
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$589
PFIZER INC.
$495
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$352
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$325
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$323
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$249
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$244
Coloplast Corp
$238
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$227
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$174
DENTSPLY IH Inc.
$167
ACCORD HEALTHCARE, INC.
$166
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$166
UroGPO LLC
$166
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$165
Allergan Inc.
$164
Olympus America Inc.
$139
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$137
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$133
ABBVIE INC.
$129
Teleflex LLC
$126
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$118
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$102
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$95
Accord Healthcare, Inc.
$93
Endo USA, Inc.
$82
NeoTract Inc.
$78
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$76
Retrophin, Inc.
$69
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$63
AbbVie, Inc.
$61
AbbVie Inc.
$60
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$57
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$54
Allergan, Inc.
$53
ABC Home Medical Supply, Inc.
$49
Abbott Laboratories
$46
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$45
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$45
Rochester Medical Corporation
$43
Travere Therapeutics, Inc.
$43
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$41
Boston Scientific Corporation
$40
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$39
ConvaTec Inc.
$35
Ethicon US, LLC
$35
Acerus Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$34
Mission Pharmacal Company
$31
180 Medical, Inc.
$29
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$29
VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED
$26
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$26
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$25
COLOPLAST CORP
$24
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$23
GENZYME CORPORATION
$22
Tolmar, Inc.
$21
Agiliti Surgical, Inc.
$21
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Axonics, Inc.
$20
Novo Nordisk Inc
$20
Tempus AI, Inc
$20
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$20
Clarus Therapeutics Inc.
$19
Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$19
Cook Medical LLC
$16
Calyxo, Inc.
$15
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$15
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$15
EDAP TECHNOMED INC
$14
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
$14
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$12
Aesculap, Inc.
$12
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$12
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$12
Osiris Therapeutics Inc.
$10
Top 3 companies account for 99.6% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(815) Thiola · ANKTIVA · AQUABEAM ROBOTIC SYSTEM · AQUABEAM SYSTEM · AQUACEL AG · AVEED · All-In-One · Androgel · Axonics r-SNM System · Axumin · BOTOX · BOTOX - UROLOGY · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · CAMCEVI · CURE CATHETER · CVAC ASPIRATION SYSTEM · Coloplast TFL Drive · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Erleada · FIRMAGON · GEMTESA · GENTLECATH GLIDE · GRAFIX/GRAFIXPL/STRAVIX · ILLUCCIX · INTERSTIM · Integra · JATENZO · JELMYTO · JEVTANA · KEYTRUDA · LITHOVUE · LUPRON DEPOT · LYNPARZA · LoFric · Lupron · Lupron Depot · MAGIC3 · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · NO APPLICABLE MARKETED PRODUCT NAME · NOCDURNA · Natesto · Noctiva · Nubeqa · ONPATTRO · ORGOVYX · OTREXUP · Olympus · PLUVICTO · POSLUMA · PRIALT · PROCLAIM · PROGEL · PROVENGE · PYLARIFY · Porges Coloplast · Prolaris · QMIIZ ODT · RESONANCE · Renal Dilator/Sheath Set 8.0 FR (2.667 mm) - 30FR (10 mm) · Rezum Generator · Rivfloza · SPEEDICATH · SURGIFLO Hemostatic Matrix Family of Products · SUTENT · Sonablate HIFU · SpeediCath · TITAN · TOVIAZ · Trelstar · UROLIFT · Uribel · UroLift · UroLift System · VARUBI · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · XYOSTED · Xofigo · Xtandi · YONSA · ZOLADEX · iTIND System
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Geographic Context
Urology physicians in nearby ZIP areas
363
County median income
$81,797
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
ADVOCATE LUTHERAN GENERAL HOSPITAL
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Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | 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. Brandt is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 8% in IL), with 20 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. Brandt experienced with botox injection, per unit?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Brandt performed 3,500 botox injection, per unit services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Brandt receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Brandt received a total of $1,374,387 from 77 companies across 391 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. 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. Brandt's costs compare to other urology physicians in Park Ridge?
Dr. Brandt's average Medicare payment per service is $55. 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?
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This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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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