Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Kirit Vora, MD

Urology Physician · Sterling Heights, MI
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
44344 DEQUINDRE RD, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
5863234200
In practice since 2005 (20 years)
NPI: 1649261108 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Vora 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. Vora

Dr. Kirit Vora is an urology physician in Sterling Heights, MI, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Vora performed 4,336 Medicare services across 1,695 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Vora received a total of $783 from 19 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 46 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. Vora 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 12% volume in MI $783 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
4,336
Medicare services
Top 12% in MI for urology physician
1,695
Unique beneficiaries
$38
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~217 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) 1,740 $18 $23
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.
447 $95 $144
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.
436 $2 $6
PSA test (prostate cancer screening) 224 $18 $35
Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg 222 $136 $700
Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum
An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity.
216 $35 $139
Bladder ultrasound after voiding
An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder.
154 $8 $30
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.
133 $5 $17
Blood urea nitrogen test
A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function.
133 $4 $15
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.
97 $49 $70
Basic metabolic blood panel
A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels.
89 $8 $105
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.
75 $284 $575
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.
48 $11 $28
Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound
A focused ultrasound exam of the area behind the abdominal cavity to evaluate specific structures.
37 $21 $116
Cystourethroscopy
A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract.
36 $198 $407
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.
34 $114 $225
Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes
A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes.
30 $63 $100
Liver function blood test panel 24 $8 $75
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.
24 $25 $45
Magnesium level test
A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess.
23 $7 $20
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.
23 $5 $15
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.
23 $8 $40
Blood draw (venipuncture)
Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample.
20 $7 $8
Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis
An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures.
19 $100 $300
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.
17 $66 $104
Vitamin D level test
A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body.
12 $29 $45
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.

Industry Payment Transparency

Open Payments through 2024 ↗
$783
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $112/year across 7 years
Bottom 29% in MI for urology physician
19
Companies
46
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
$783 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$59
2023
$46
2022
$92
2021
$19
2020
$94
2019
$154
2018
$318

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$22
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$20
ABBVIE INC.
$17
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$169
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$117
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$77
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$63
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$59
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$57
NeoTract Inc.
$34
Olympus America Inc.
$27
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$24
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$22
Zyla Life Sciences
$19
Allergan, Inc.
$19
ABBVIE INC.
$17
Amgen Inc.
$16
NxThera, Inc.
$15
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
Coloplast Corp
$13
Rochester Medical Corporation
$11
PFIZER INC.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 46.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Axumin · BOTOX · ERLEADA · Erleada · FIRMAGON · GEMTESA · KEYTRUDA · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · Noctiva · Olympus Laser Devices · Olympus Resection Disposables · PROLARIS · Prolaris · Prolia · Rezum · SPRIX · SpeediCath · TLANDO · UroLift · XTANDI · Xtandi · ZYTIGA
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.

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Geographic Context

Urology physicians within 10 mi
165
Per 100K population
18.8
County median income
$76,399
Nearest hospital
BEAUMONT HOSPITAL, TROY
3.5 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. Vora is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 12% in MI), 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. Vora experienced with denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Vora performed 1,740 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. Vora receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Vora received a total of $783 from 19 companies across 46 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. Vora's costs compare to other urology physicians in Sterling Heights?
Dr. Vora's average Medicare payment per service is $38. 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. Vora) 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 →