Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Steven Tillem, M.D.
Urology Physician · Astoria, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Tillem
Dr. Steven Tillem is an urology physician in Astoria, NY, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Tillem performed 49,311 Medicare services across 6,937 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Tillem received a total of $7,539 from 26 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 125 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. Tillem 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 1% volume in NY
$7,539 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗49,311
Medicare services
Top 1% in NY for urology physician
6,937
Unique beneficiaries
$12
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~2,466 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Testosterone injection An injection of testosterone cypionate, a form of testosterone hormone. The dose is measured in milligrams. |
34,830 | $0 | $5 |
| Injection, degarelix, 1 mg | 3,680 | $3 | $14 |
| 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. |
1,510 | $2 | $9 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
1,362 | $10 | $193 |
| 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. |
1,246 | $108 | $417 |
| BCG treatment for bladder cancer | 1,017 | $2 | $10 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
736 | $8 | $32 |
| Urine culture, bacterial colony count A laboratory test that measures the number of bacteria growing in a urine sample to help identify infections. |
438 | $8 | $50 |
| 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. |
394 | $75 | $293 |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying A test that uses electronic monitoring to evaluate how well the bladder empties urine. |
393 | $11 | $1,222 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 356 | $18 | $85 |
| 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. |
316 | $25 | $98 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 235 | $136 | $694 |
| 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. |
193 | $5 | $23 |
| 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. |
189 | $8 | $33 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
174 | $213 | $1,647 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
169 | $128 | $460 |
| 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. |
169 | $138 | $588 |
| 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. |
159 | $12 | $64 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
158 | $8 | $30 |
| 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. |
114 | $8 | $29 |
| Urine culture, bacterial identification A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria from a urine sample to detect infections. |
114 | $8 | $30 |
| 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. |
114 | $8 | $35 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
112 | $10 | $43 |
| 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. |
112 | $45 | $189 |
| 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. |
87 | $30 | $544 |
| Additional urethral implant in prostate Placement of an additional implant into the urethra within the prostate gland using an endoscope. |
85 | $840 | $4,490 |
| 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. |
84 | $341 | $1,835 |
| 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. |
70 | $31 | $165 |
| Implantable tissue marker, each A small marker is implanted into tissue to serve as a reference point for future medical imaging or procedures. |
64 | $94 | $395 |
| 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. |
48 | $4 | $19 |
| 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. |
47 | $53 | $310 |
| Luteinizing hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of luteinizing hormone, a reproductive hormone. This test helps evaluate hormonal balance and reproductive function. |
47 | $18 | $71 |
| Abdominal device insertion with pressure and urine flow study A procedure involving the placement of a device into the abdomen, accompanied by a study to measure pressure and urine flow rate. |
45 | $185 | $985 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
43 | $4 | $25 |
| 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. |
34 | $105 | $550 |
| Bladder irrigation and/or instillation This procedure involves flushing the bladder with fluid to clear it or introducing medication directly into the bladder. |
31 | $66 | $500 |
| 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. |
31 | $72 | $1,247 |
| 3D radiographic procedure with computerized image postprocessing A radiographic imaging procedure that creates three-dimensional images using computerized processing of the captured data. |
25 | $71 | $516 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
24 | $218 | $910 |
| Lower leg neurostimulator electrode insertion A procedure to place an electrode in the lower leg for neurostimulation therapy. |
24 | $113 | $600 |
| Injection to cause erection A procedure involving an injection administered to induce an erection. |
23 | $84 | $434 |
| Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg | 23 | $2 | $10 |
| 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. |
22 | $20 | $1,051 |
| Insertion of temporary bladder tube | 18 | $40 | $225 |
| Total estradiol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of estradiol, a form of estrogen, in the body. |
18 | $27 | $110 |
| Urethral implant insertion in prostate A single implant is placed into the urethra within the prostate gland using an endoscope. |
17 | $1,217 | $6,535 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
17 | $3 | $15 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
17 | $46 | $176 |
| Prostate radiation therapy device placement A device is placed in the prostate to facilitate radiation therapy. This procedure involves positioning the device to aid in the delivery of radiation treatment. |
16 | $76 | $745 |
| Injection of biodegradable material next to prostate A procedure involving the injection of a biodegradable substance into the tissue surrounding the prostate gland. |
15 | $2,797 | $13,811 |
| 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. |
12 | $492 | $3,049 |
| 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. |
12 | $283 | $2,265 |
| 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. |
11 | $40 | $160 |
| 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. |
11 | $96 | $396 |
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 ↗$7,539
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,077/year across 7 years
Top 22% in NY for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
26
Companies
125
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
$7,245 (96.1%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$294 (3.9%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$222
2023
$737
2022
$726
2021
$1,068
2020
$622
2019
$1,711
2018
$2,454
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
COLOPLAST CORP
$114
Endo USA, Inc.
$60
Boston Scientific Corporation
$34
Teleflex LLC
$14
Top 3 companies account for 93.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$1,698
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$1,341
Teleflex LLC
$970
NeoTract Inc.
$648
Boston Scientific Corporation
$607
Palette Life Sciences, Inc.
$308
COLOPLAST CORP
$263
PFIZER INC.
$243
Allergan, Inc.
$187
Coloplast Corp
$176
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$150
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$139
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$137
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$125
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC
$112
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$91
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$74
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$64
Endo USA, Inc.
$60
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$35
Clarus Therapeutics Inc.
$25
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$20
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$20
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
DENTSPLY IH Inc.
$18
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$9
Top 3 companies account for 53.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AMS · Axumin · BOTOX · BRACAnalysis CDx · ELIGARD · ELIQUIS · ERLEADA · Erleada · FIRMAGON · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL - BPH · GENERAL BPH · JATENZO · JELMYTO · LOKELMA · LoFric · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · NOCDURNA · Nubeqa · Prolaris · REZUM · SPACEOAR VUE · SpaceOAR VUE System - 10mL · SpeediCath · TLANDO · Titan · UROLIFT · UroLift · UroLift System · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · XYOSTED · 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 (96%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
746
Per 100K population
32.0
County median income
$84,961
Nearest hospital
LENOX HILL HOSPITAL
1.6 mi
1.6 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. Tillem is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in NY), 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. Tillem experienced with testosterone injection?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Tillem performed 34,830 testosterone injection 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. Tillem receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Tillem received a total of $7,539 from 26 companies across 125 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. Tillem's costs compare to other urology physicians in Astoria?
Dr. Tillem's average Medicare payment per service is $12. 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. Tillem) 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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