Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Matthew Surgan, M.D.
Endocrinology · East Brunswick, NJ
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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Surgan
Dr. Matthew Surgan is an endocrinology specialist in East Brunswick, NJ, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Surgan performed 19,496 Medicare services across 7,315 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Surgan received a total of $4,018 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 312 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in endocrinology. 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. Surgan 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 2% volume in NJ
$4,018 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗19,496
Medicare services
Top 2% in NJ for endocrinology
7,315
Unique beneficiaries
$22
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,026 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) | 3,421 | $18 | $24 |
| Apolipoprotein level test A blood test that measures the amount of apolipoproteins, which are proteins that bind to lipids to form lipoproteins. This test helps evaluate the levels of specific proteins involved in fat transport in the blood. |
1,070 | $21 | $25 |
| 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. |
922 | $112 | $156 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
838 | $5 | $5 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
769 | $10 | $15 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
741 | $16 | $27 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
729 | $9 | $15 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
727 | $17 | $28 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
717 | $13 | $22 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
717 | $14 | $23 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
716 | $16 | $26 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
609 | $14 | $23 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
608 | $29 | $43 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
599 | $15 | $24 |
| Direct bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the amount of direct bilirubin in your body. Direct bilirubin is the form of the waste product processed by the liver. |
563 | $5 | $8 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
555 | $13 | $22 |
| Lipoprotein (a) level | 534 | $14 | $21 |
| Myoglobin level test A blood test that measures the amount of myoglobin, a protein found in muscle tissue, in the body. |
531 | $13 | $19 |
| Blood glucose test using hand-held instrument A test that measures the level of sugar in the blood using a portable device. The result helps monitor blood glucose levels. |
461 | $3 | $4 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
459 | $7 | $11 |
| 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. |
458 | $8 | $10 |
| Urine microalbumin test (kidney screening) A laboratory test that measures the amount of microalbumin, a small protein, in a urine sample. This test is used to detect early signs of kidney damage. |
403 | $6 | $10 |
| Creatinine test (kidney function) A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine to assess kidney function or detect muscle injury. |
403 | $5 | $9 |
| 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. |
393 | $2 | $4 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring with interpretation This procedure involves monitoring blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin, along with the interpretation and reporting of the results. |
373 | $30 | $46 |
| 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. |
283 | $6 | $11 |
| Continuous glucose monitoring, sensor under skin This procedure involves continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels in tissue fluid using a sensor placed under the skin with provider-supplied equipment. |
207 | $137 | $212 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
164 | $104 | $165 |
| Travel allowance for homebound lab specimen collection A prorated trip charge for one-way travel to collect a medically necessary laboratory specimen from a patient who is homebound or in a nursing home. |
85 | $10 | $10 |
| 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. |
82 | $13 | $29 |
| Office visit, established patient, complex (40-54 min) An office or outpatient visit for an existing patient lasting between 40 and 54 minutes. This level of service is determined by the total time spent on the date of the encounter. |
82 | $154 | $211 |
| 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. |
54 | $40 | $64 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 47 | $193 | $262 |
| 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. |
44 | $51 | $70 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
31 | $32 | $34 |
| Ultrasound scan of organ tissue for measuring elasticity This procedure uses ultrasound technology to assess the stiffness or elasticity of organ tissues. It helps evaluate tissue characteristics without invasive methods. |
30 | $97 | $135 |
| Flu vaccine, high-dose High-dose seasonal influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and older. Contains four times the antigen of standard-dose flu vaccines (60 mcg per strain), split-virus formulation, preservative-free, single-dose syringe. |
30 | $72 | $80 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
26 | $81 | $150 |
| 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. |
15 | $5 | $7 |
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 ↗$4,018
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $574/year across 7 years
Top 29% in NJ for endocrinology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
31
Companies
312
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
$3,923 (97.6%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$95 (2.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,013
2023
$793
2022
$784
2021
$598
2020
$198
2019
$210
2018
$423
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Novo Nordisk Inc
$241
ABBVIE INC.
$213
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$162
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$122
Lilly USA, LLC
$85
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$40
Dexcom, Inc.
$29
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$26
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$25
Abbott Laboratories
$20
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
$19
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$17
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 60.7% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Novo Nordisk Inc
$896
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$729
Lilly USA, LLC
$329
ABBVIE INC.
$238
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC
$236
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$210
Amgen Inc.
$184
AbbVie Inc.
$144
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$135
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$124
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$116
Abbott Laboratories
$104
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$68
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$63
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC
$55
Bigfoot Biomedical Inc
$47
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.
$42
Medtronic, Inc.
$36
IBSA Pharma Inc.
$32
Dexcom, Inc.
$29
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$28
Eisai Inc.
$26
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$25
CeQur Corporation
$19
Insulet Corporation
$18
RECORDATI_RARE_DISEASES_INC.
$16
Senseonics, Incorporated
$16
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
$15
Valeritas, Inc.
$13
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
AbbVie, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 48.6% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
BAQSIMI · Belviq · CeQur Simplicity · Cryvista · Dexcom G6 Transmitter · ENTRESTO · EVENITY · Eversense · FARXIGA · FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 · FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 · FreeStyle Libre Pro · GVOKE PFS · INVOKANA · InPen · JANUVIA · JARDIANCE · Kerendia · LEQVIO · LICART · LOKELMA · MINIMED 780G · MOUNJARO · Omnipod · Ozempic · PRALUENT · Prolia · RYBELSUS · Rybelsus · SIGNIFOR LAR · SOLIQUA 100/33 · SYNJARDY · SYNTHROID · Saxenda · Synthroid · TOUJEO · TRADJENTA · TZIELD · Tirosint · Tresiba · UBRELVY · UNITHROID · UNITY DIABETES MANAGEMENT SYSTEM · V-GO · Vascepa · Victoza · Wegovy · XARELTO · t:slim X2 Insulin Pump with Control-IQ · t:slim X2 insulin pump
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 (98%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Endocrinologists within 10 mi
176
Per 100K population
20.4
County median income
$109,028
Nearest hospital
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
4.0 mi
4.0 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. Surgan is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in NJ), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Surgan experienced with denosumab injection (prolia/xgeva)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Surgan performed 3,421 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. Surgan receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Surgan received a total of $4,018 from 31 companies across 312 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. Surgan's costs compare to other endocrinologists in East Brunswick?
Dr. Surgan's average Medicare payment per service is $22. 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. Surgan) 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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