Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Matthew Johnson, M.D.

Ophthalmology · Sycamore, IL
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology — Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
2240 GATEWAY DR, Sycamore, IL 60178
8157567136
In practice since 2009 (17 years)
NPI: 1912133638 verify on NPPES ↗
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Johnson

Dr. Matthew Johnson is an ophthalmology specialist in Sycamore, IL, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Johnson performed 3,343 Medicare services across 2,428 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Johnson received a total of $2,341 from 21 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 39 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. 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. Johnson 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.

✓ 17 years in practice ▲ Top 30% volume in IL $2,341 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
3,343
Medicare services
Top 30% in IL for ophthalmology
2,428
Unique beneficiaries
$116
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~197 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
Corneal topography and eye depth measurement
This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye.
951 $18 $217
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial prosthetic lens to restore vision.
528 $396 $1,565
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.
352 $80 $262
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.
298 $106 $408
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.
232 $56 $176
Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan)
Imaging of the optic nerve.
190 $23 $108
Retinal imaging (OCT scan)
This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye.
189 $26 $113
Comprehensive eye exam, established patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider.
153 $74 $302
Laser removal of recurring cataract
A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule.
149 $229 $830
Visual field test, extended
A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam.
148 $40 $157
Comprehensive eye exam, new patient
A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient.
43 $92 $363
Eye drainage system examination
An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye.
39 $17 $80
Ultrasound scan of cornea to determine thickness
An ultrasound procedure used to measure the thickness of the cornea.
27 $8 $37
Complex cataract removal with lens implant
A surgical procedure to remove a cataract from the eye and insert an artificial lens to restore vision.
22 $575 $3,668
Cataract removal with artificial lens and drainage device insertion
Surgical removal of the eye's natural lens followed by the insertion of an artificial lens and a drainage device into the front chamber of the eye.
22 $489 $1,400
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.
15.8% high complexity
12.1% medium
72.1% routine

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$2,341
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $334/year across 7 years
Top 37% in IL for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
21
Companies
39
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
$1,342 (57.3%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$999 (42.7%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$219
2023
$220
2022
$218
2021
$1,134
2020
$32
2019
$202
2018
$316

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Harrow Eye, LLC
$163
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$31
Alcon Vision LLC
$25
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Omeros Corporation
$1,058
BioTissue Holdings, Inc.
$171
Harrow Eye, LLC
$163
Alcon Vision LLC
$159
Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc.
$120
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
$117
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS, INC.
$91
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$78
Merz North America, Inc.
$59
Alcon Laboratories Inc
$56
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$53
Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$31
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$28
Carl Zeiss Meditec, Inc.
$27
Thea Pharma Inc.
$24
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$24
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$22
Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18
Shire North American Group Inc
$15
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.
$14
TissueTech, Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 59.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ACTIVEFOCUS · ARGOS · AcrySof · BROMSITE · CLARUS 500 · Clareon · DUREZOL · HYDRUS Microstent · IHEEZO · INVELTYS · LOTEMAX GEL · OMIDRIA · Omidria · PROKERA · PROLENSA · PanOptix · Prokera · Rhopressa · Rocklatan · Simbrinza · Syfovre · TRAVATAN Z · Tecnis 1-piece IOL · VYZULTA · VisuMax · XEOMIN · XIIDRA · ZENPEP
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 (57%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.

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Geographic Context

Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
36
Per 100K population
35.8
County median income
$69,022
Nearest hospital
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE KISHWAUKEE HOSPITAL
9.0 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. Johnson is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 30% in IL), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 17 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. Johnson experienced with corneal topography and eye depth measurement?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Johnson performed 951 corneal topography and eye depth measurement 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. Johnson receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Johnson received a total of $2,341 from 21 companies across 39 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. Johnson's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Sycamore?
Dr. Johnson's average Medicare payment per service is $116. 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. Johnson) 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. Data Coverage reflects 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 →