Medicare Enrolled
Dr. William Johnston, MD
Urology Physician · Livonia, MI
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Speaking/Promotional
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. Johnston 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 →
Are you Dr. Johnston?
Request a correction or review of any data shown here. Provider portal →
What this data tells you about Dr. Johnston
Dr. William Johnston is an urology physician in Livonia, MI, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Johnston performed 6,477 Medicare services across 2,540 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Johnston received a total of $661,843 from 60 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 915 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in urology physician. 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. Johnston 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 8% volume in MI
$661,843 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,477
Medicare services
Top 8% in MI for urology physician
2,540
Unique beneficiaries
$37
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~341 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 2,460 | $18 | $24 |
| 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. |
892 | $2 | $6 |
| 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. |
665 | $91 | $144 |
| 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. |
349 | $67 | $105 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
292 | $8 | $30 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 270 | $18 | $35 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
183 | $49 | $70 |
| Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound A focused ultrasound exam of the area behind the abdominal cavity to evaluate specific structures. |
166 | $19 | $114 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 162 | $134 | $700 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
116 | $39 | $144 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
96 | $182 | $408 |
| 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. |
89 | $115 | $225 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
63 | $64 | $100 |
| 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. |
58 | $25 | $45 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
54 | $11 | $28 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
51 | $8 | $105 |
| 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. |
47 | $64 | $105 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 36 | $8 | $75 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
35 | $8 | $40 |
| 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. |
34 | $45 | $70 |
| Complex urodynamic pressure flow study A test that measures the pressure of urine flow in the bladder during voiding to evaluate how well the bladder and urethra are functioning. |
33 | $281 | $575 |
| Phosphate level test A blood test that measures the amount of phosphate in your body. Phosphate is a mineral that helps keep bones and teeth strong. |
33 | $5 | $15 |
| 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. |
33 | $107 | $165 |
| Sex hormone binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of sex hormone binding globulin, a protein that binds to sex hormones in the bloodstream. |
31 | $21 | $32 |
| Free testosterone level test A blood test that measures the amount of free testosterone in your body. Free testosterone is the portion of the hormone not bound to proteins and available for use by tissues. |
31 | $24 | $45 |
| 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. |
29 | $19 | $225 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
26 | $5 | $16 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
24 | $7 | $20 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
18 | $18 | $38 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
14 | $111 | $300 |
| Parathyroid hormone level test A blood test that measures the amount of parathyroid hormone in your body. This hormone helps regulate calcium levels in the blood and bones. |
14 | $40 | $65 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
13 | $5 | $24 |
| 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. |
12 | $342 | $1,500 |
| Carbon dioxide level test A blood test that measures the amount of carbon dioxide in your blood, which helps evaluate your body's acid-base balance and kidney function. |
12 | $5 | $15 |
| Blood chloride level test A laboratory test that measures the amount of chloride in a blood sample. Chloride is an electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance and acid-base levels in the body. |
12 | $5 | $15 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
12 | $5 | $17 |
| Uric acid level test A blood test that measures the level of uric acid in your body. Uric acid is a waste product formed when the body breaks down purines. |
12 | $4 | $15 |
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.
0.2% high complexity
48.3% medium
51.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$661,843
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $94,549/year across 7 years
Top 1% in MI for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
60
Companies
915
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
$456,972 (69.0%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$197,794 (29.9%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$7,077 (1.1%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$97,104
2023
$62,864
2022
$115,080
2021
$70,831
2020
$54,929
2019
$151,859
2018
$109,176
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$33,386
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$32,362
Ethicon Inc.
$29,566
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$309
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$269
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$190
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$136
Calyxo, Inc.
$107
Medtronic, Inc.
$84
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$78
Tolmar, Inc.
$67
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$66
ABBVIE INC.
$57
PFIZER INC.
$54
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$54
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$36
MIMEDX Group, Inc.
$27
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$25
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$24
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$24
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$21
Axonics, Inc.
$21
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$21
Endo USA, Inc.
$20
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$20
Teleflex LLC
$19
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$18
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$17
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$15
Olympus America Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 98.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$223,037
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$164,911
Ethicon Inc.
$162,628
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$69,087
Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc.
$16,040
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$14,592
PFIZER INC.
$5,803
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$655
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$434
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$425
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$391
Coloplast Corp
$280
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$227
Teleflex LLC
$213
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$193
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$161
Amgen Inc.
$160
Medtronic, Inc.
$153
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$151
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$144
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$142
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$134
Tolmar, Inc.
$132
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$119
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$117
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$114
Calyxo, Inc.
$107
180 Medical, Inc.
$103
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$98
ABBVIE INC.
$92
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$78
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$74
Boston Scientific Corporation
$74
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$66
MEDIVATION FIELD SOLUTIONS LLC
$53
Axonics, Inc.
$48
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$47
Olympus America Inc.
$43
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$40
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$38
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$36
Allergan, Inc.
$32
MIMEDX Group, Inc.
$27
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$27
Mallinckrodt LLC
$26
AbbVie, Inc.
$26
Wilmington Medical Supply, Inc.
$25
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$25
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$21
Endo USA, Inc.
$20
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$20
ACACIA PHARMA INC
$20
GENZYME CORPORATION
$19
Photocure Inc
$18
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$18
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$18
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$18
Metuchen Pharmaceuticals
$17
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$15
Clarus Therapeutics Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 83.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ADSTILADRIN · ANKTIVA · AQUABEAM ROBOTIC SYSTEM · Androgel · Axumin · BOTOX · BYFAVO · Bulkamid · CVAC ASPIRATION SYSTEM · CYSVIEW · ECHELON FLEX Stapler · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · ETHICON ENDO-SURGERY Curved Intraluminal Stapler · Erleada · FERAHEME · FIRMAGON · GEMTESA · GENTLECATH · GREENLIGHT · HARMONIC Product Family · INTERSTIM · JATENZO · JELMYTO · JEVTANA · KEYTRUDA · LAPRA-TY Suture Clip · LOFRIC · LYNPARZA · MYRBETRIQ · Monarch · Monarch Platform · Myrbetriq · N/A · NOCDURNA · Noctiva · Nubeqa · OFIRMEV · ORGOVYX · Optilume BPH Drug Coated Balloon Catheter · PIPELINE · PLUVICTO · PROLARIS · PROVENGE · PYLARIFY · Porges Coloplast · Prolaris · Prolia · Rezum Generator · SELF-CATH · SPEEDICATH · SPRIX · STRATAFIX · SUTENT · SpeediCath · Stendra · TITAN · TLANDO · TOVIAZ · Tlando · UROLIFT · UroLift System · VIAGRA · VICRYL · XGEVA · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · XYOSTED · Xofigo · Xtandi · YONSA · iTIND System
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 (69%) are for speaking programs and promotional activities, which reflect participation in industry-sponsored educational or marketing events. This is common in urology physician and does not inherently indicate bias, but patients may wish to be aware. Total industry engagement is in the top 1% for urology physician in MI.
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
215
Per 100K population
12.1
County median income
$59,521
Nearest hospital
ST JOE MERCY HOSPITAL SYSTEM LIVONIA
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. Johnston is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 8% in MI), with speaking/promotional industry engagement in the top 1% of MI 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. Johnston experienced with denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Johnston performed 2,460 denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva) 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. Johnston receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Johnston received a total of $661,843 from 60 companies across 915 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. Johnston's costs compare to other urology physicians in Livonia?
Dr. Johnston's average Medicare payment per service is $37. 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. Johnston) 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 →
Explore related providers
Same specialty & city
Urology Physicians in Livonia
Browse urology physicians in Livonia ranked by procedure volume and transparency data.
Highest volume
Top Urology Physicians in MI
Urology physicians ranked by total Medicare services performed statewide.
Industry payments
Pharma Payments to Urology Physicians in MI
Which MI urology physicians receive the most from drug and device companies.
By company
Janssen Biotech, Inc. Payments to Doctors
See all physicians who received payments from Janssen Biotech, Inc.
By company
Astellas Pharma US Inc Payments to Doctors
See all physicians who received payments from Astellas Pharma US Inc.
By company
Ethicon Inc. Payments to Doctors
See all physicians who received payments from Ethicon Inc.
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.
Provider corrections: Provider portal · Privacy questions: Privacy Policy · Terms: Terms of Use · Methodology: Methodology