Medicare Enrolled
Dr. William Terens, MD
Optician · Cranford, NJ
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Terens
Dr. William Terens is an optician specialist in Cranford, NJ, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Terens performed 10,042 Medicare services across 6,063 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Terens received a total of $4,721 from 36 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 222 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. 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. Terens 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 6% volume in NJ
$4,721 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗10,042
Medicare services
Top 6% in NJ for optician
6,063
Unique beneficiaries
$49
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~529 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,756 | $2 | $10 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
1,288 | $9 | $115 |
| 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. |
1,052 | $100 | $274 |
| 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. |
748 | $70 | $188 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
624 | $8 | $15 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 459 | $18 | $76 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
346 | $18 | $76 |
| 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. |
308 | $25 | $106 |
| Unclassified drug A medication that does not fit into standard HCPCS or CPT classification categories. |
305 | $542 | $1,365 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
300 | $5 | $21 |
| 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. |
300 | $21 | $81 |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying A test that uses electronic monitoring to evaluate how well the bladder empties urine. |
285 | $11 | $309 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
257 | $94 | $390 |
| Urine culture, bacterial colony count A laboratory test that measures the number of bacteria growing in a urine sample to help identify infections. |
235 | $8 | $33 |
| Urine culture, bacterial identification A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria from a urine sample to detect infections. |
231 | $8 | $34 |
| 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. |
216 | $67 | $179 |
| Hormone pellet insertion under the skin A small hormone pellet is placed just beneath the skin to release medication slowly over time. |
195 | $81 | $548 |
| Total estradiol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of estradiol, a form of estrogen, in the body. |
158 | $26 | $115 |
| 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. |
132 | $12 | $72 |
| Complete blood count (CBC), automated An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. |
103 | $6 | $16 |
| Antibiotic sensitivity test A laboratory test that determines which antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals are effective against a specific microorganism using microdilution or agar dilution methods. |
94 | $8 | $13 |
| Bacterial culture, aerobic A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria capable of surviving in oxygen. The results help determine the presence of specific aerobic microorganisms. |
88 | $8 | $33 |
| 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. |
85 | $129 | $412 |
| 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. |
65 | $111 | $336 |
| Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg | 58 | $2 | $3 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
56 | $8 | $35 |
| Insertion of temporary bladder tube | 46 | $38 | $326 |
| 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. |
36 | $7 | $32 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
35 | $211 | $890 |
| Injection to cause erection A procedure involving an injection administered to induce an erection. |
28 | $74 | $326 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
28 | $119 | $340 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
26 | $120 | $495 |
| Bladder irrigation and/or instillation This procedure involves flushing the bladder with fluid to clear it or introducing medication directly into the bladder. |
20 | $65 | $350 |
| 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. |
15 | $38 | $425 |
| 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. |
14 | $56 | $425 |
| 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. |
13 | $91 | $236 |
| Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow through the arteries and veins in the abdomen and pelvis. |
13 | $133 | $525 |
| 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. |
13 | $144 | $497 |
| Ultrasound of penis artery and vein blood flow An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow through the arteries and veins of the penis. |
11 | $105 | $419 |
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 2023 ↗$4,721
Total received (2018-2023)
Avg $787/year across 6 years
Top 18% in NJ for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
36
Companies
222
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
$3,487 (73.9%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$1,055 (22.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$179 (3.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2023
$122
2022
$90
2021
$789
2020
$1,575
2019
$1,074
2018
$1,071
Payments by company (2023)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$122
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2023 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2023) ›
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$1,426
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$972
PFIZER INC.
$342
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$308
Coloplast Corp
$156
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$146
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$139
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$128
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$84
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$83
AbbVie, Inc.
$78
Boston Scientific Corporation
$74
Amgen Inc.
$73
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$66
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$62
MEDIVATION FIELD SOLUTIONS LLC
$57
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$56
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$50
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$44
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$43
Acerus Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$39
Olympus America Inc.
$34
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$30
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$30
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$27
Allergan Inc.
$25
Rochester Medical Corporation
$24
Hollister Incorporated
$19
Mission Pharmacal Company
$15
Teleflex LLC
$15
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$14
180 Medical, Inc.
$14
Metuchen Pharmaceuticals
$14
Ambu Inc.
$12
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$12
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$9
Top 3 companies account for 58.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AQUABEAM ROBOTIC SYSTEM · Androgel · AquaBeam Robotic System · Axumin · BOTOX · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Erleada · FIRMAGON · GEMTESA · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL - KIDNEY STONE DISEASE · GENERAL BPH · GREENLIGHT · INTERSTIM · Infyna Chic · KEYTRUDA · LYNPARZA · Lupron · Lupron Depot · MYRBETRIQ · Natesto · Nubeqa · ORGOVYX · PENILE & TESTICULAR RECONSTRUCTN · PREMARIN · PROVENGE · PVC · Prolaris · Prolia · Stendra · TITAN · TLANDO · TOVIAZ · Trelstar · Uribel · UroLift System · VISERA ELITE II VIDEO SYSTEM CENTER · XGEVA · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · Xofigo
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 (74%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
10,964
Per 100K population
1914.9
County median income
$100,117
Nearest hospital
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AT RAHWAY
3.7 mi
3.7 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 2023 |
| 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. Terens is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in NJ), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 18% of NJ 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. Terens experienced with automated urinalysis?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Terens performed 1,756 automated urinalysis 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. Terens receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Terens received a total of $4,721 from 36 companies across 222 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. Terens's costs compare to other opticians in Cranford?
Dr. Terens's average Medicare payment per service is $49. 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. Terens) 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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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.
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