Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Steve Chung, MD
Urology Physician · Utica, 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
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Chung 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. Chung
Dr. Steve Chung is an urology physician in Utica, IL, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Chung performed 43,940 Medicare services across 11,710 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Chung received a total of $6,848 from 46 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 315 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in urology 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. Chung 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 in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in IL
$6,848 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗43,940
Medicare services
Top 2% in IL for urology physician
11,710
Unique beneficiaries
$44
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~2,197 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infectious disease DNA/RNA test A laboratory test that uses a specific technique to detect the genetic material of an organism. This method amplifies the target DNA or RNA to identify the presence of the organism. |
21,530 | $34 | $78 |
| 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. |
3,100 | $5 | $8 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
2,838 | $7 | $21 |
| 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. |
2,347 | $86 | $133 |
| Yeast/candida DNA test A laboratory test that uses an amplified probe technique to detect the presence of Candida species, a type of yeast, in a patient sample. |
1,659 | $34 | $78 |
| Staphylococcus aureus DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in a sample. |
1,659 | $34 | $78 |
| Group B Strep DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Group B Streptococcus bacteria. |
1,659 | $34 | $78 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 1,407 | $18 | $80 |
| 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. |
1,235 | $60 | $96 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,024 | $8 | $20 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
977 | $75 | $119 |
| Cell examination with selective cellular enhancement A laboratory test that examines cells from a specimen using a technique to selectively enhance specific cellular features for detailed analysis. |
785 | $48 | $101 |
| 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. |
680 | $2 | $2 |
| Manual urine cell examination A laboratory test where a technician manually examines a urine sample under a microscope to identify and count cells. |
604 | $439 | $815 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
444 | $175 | $270 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 276 | $133 | $255 |
| VRE nucleic acid detection test A laboratory test that uses amplified probe techniques to detect vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) DNA in a patient sample. |
196 | $34 | $70 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
193 | $16 | $24 |
| 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. |
178 | $19 | $28 |
| 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. |
151 | $74 | $111 |
| 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. |
113 | $107 | $169 |
| 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. |
99 | $25 | $33 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
86 | $25 | $80 |
| Simple change of bladder tube | 67 | $73 | $95 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
61 | $174 | $279 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
60 | $44 | $67 |
| 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. |
56 | $456 | $681 |
| 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. |
54 | $323 | $476 |
| 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. |
52 | $109 | $199 |
| 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. |
49 | $42 | $55 |
| 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. |
45 | $542 | $778 |
| 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. |
42 | $209 | $313 |
| 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. |
31 | $293 | $440 |
| Ultrasound of scrotum An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the scrotum and its contents. It helps evaluate the testicles and surrounding structures. |
30 | $65 | $107 |
| Ureteral stent removal with radiological review Removal of a stent from the ureter using a ureteroscope, with review by a radiologist. |
25 | $564 | $1,000 |
| Bladder tumor removal via endoscope This procedure involves using an endoscope to destroy or remove a large growth from the bladder. |
25 | $294 | $426 |
| 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. |
19 | $18 | $48 |
| 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. |
19 | $238 | $385 |
| 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. |
16 | $47 | $61 |
| 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. |
14 | $99 | $203 |
| Injection of biodegradable material next to prostate A procedure involving the injection of a biodegradable substance into the tissue surrounding the prostate gland. |
12 | $122 | $212 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
12 | $24 | $240 |
| Ureteral stent insertion via cystoscopy A tube is placed into the ureter using an endoscope inserted through the bladder. |
11 | $40 | $259 |
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
16.8% medium
82.8% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$6,848
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $978/year across 7 years
Top 25% in IL for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
46
Companies
315
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
$6,848 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$489
2023
$913
2022
$2,072
2021
$1,497
2020
$757
2019
$682
2018
$437
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABBVIE INC.
$136
COLOPLAST CORP
$61
Olympus America Inc.
$50
SK Life Science, Inc.
$45
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$37
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$34
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$28
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$27
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING, INC.
$19
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
Axonics, Inc.
$18
Medtronic, Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 50.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$636
Allergan, Inc.
$621
ABBVIE INC.
$590
AbbVie Inc.
$466
Axonics, Inc.
$445
IsoRay, Inc
$320
Olympus America Inc.
$282
Coloplast Corp
$233
PFIZER INC.
$212
NeoTract Inc.
$206
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$186
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$178
AbbVie, Inc.
$167
Caldera Medical, Inc
$160
Boston Scientific Corporation
$156
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$146
KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America
$135
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$128
C. R. BARD, INC. & SUBSIDIARIES
$120
Teleflex LLC
$117
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$116
COLOPLAST CORP
$106
Allergan Inc.
$100
PALETTE LIFE SCIENCES, INC.
$97
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$88
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$85
Travere Therapeutics, Inc.
$82
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$66
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$63
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$63
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$55
DAVOL INC.
$54
SK Life Science, Inc.
$45
Calyxo, Inc.
$38
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$34
Medtronic, Inc.
$33
Ethicon US, LLC
$32
DENTSPLY IH Inc.
$27
Rochester Medical Corporation
$26
ACCORD HEALTHCARE, INC.
$21
Accord Healthcare, Inc.
$20
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING, INC.
$19
Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc.
$19
180 Medical, Inc.
$19
TherapeuticsMD, Inc.
$18
C. R. Bard, Inc. & Subsidiaries
$17
Top 3 companies account for 27.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(815) Thiola · AMS · AQUABEAM ROBOTIC SYSTEM · AQUABEAM SYSTEM · ARISTA AH · Altis · Axonics · Axonics r-SNM System · BOTOX · BOTOX - UROLOGY · BRACHYTHERAPY SOURCE · Brachytherapy Source · Bulkamid · CAMCEVI · CUSTOM CONTRACT CAM UROLOGY · CVAC · CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE · Certus 140 · Coloplast TFL Drive · Desara · ECHELON ENDOPATH Stapler · ELIGARD · GEMTESA · GENERAL BPH · GENTLECATH · GIVLAARI · Goby · Gyrus ACMI · IMVEXXY · INTERSTIM · JELMYTO · KEYTRUDA · LITHOVUE · LUPRON DEPOT · LoFric · Lupron · Lupron Depot · MAGIC3 · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · ORGOVYX · OXLUMO · Olympus · PROVENGE · Porges Coloplast · Rezum Generator · SOLYX · SpeediCath · TOVIAZ · TRIA · Thiola · UGN Guidewires · UGN Laser Capital · UroLift · UroLift System · XTANDI · iTIND System · rezum Generator
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 (100%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
3
Per 100K population
2.8
County median income
$72,281
Nearest hospital
OSF SAINT ELIZABETH MDL CTR
7.2 mi
7.2 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 reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Chung is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in IL), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Chung experienced with infectious disease dna/rna test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Chung performed 21,530 infectious disease dna/rna test 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. Chung receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Chung received a total of $6,848 from 46 companies across 315 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. Chung's costs compare to other urology physicians in Utica?
Dr. Chung's average Medicare payment per service is $44. 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. Chung) 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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