Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Richard Zuniga, MD
Hematology & Oncology · Babylon, 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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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Zuniga 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. Zuniga
Dr. Richard Zuniga is a hematology & oncology specialist in Babylon, NY, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Zuniga performed 91,274 Medicare services across 7,167 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Zuniga received a total of $784 from 17 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 27 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in hematology & oncology. 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. Zuniga 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.
✓ 18 years in practice
▲ Top 7% volume in NY
$784 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗91,274
Medicare services
Top 7% in NY for hematology & oncology
7,167
Unique beneficiaries
$6
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~5,071 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron infusion (Injectafer) An intravenous injection of ferric carboxymaltose, an iron replacement medication. |
46,500 | $1 | $5 |
| Iron sucrose injection (Venofer) An injection of iron sucrose used to replenish iron levels in the body. |
14,200 | $0 | $1 |
| Darbepoetin injection (Aranesp) for anemia An injection of darbepoetin alfa used for non-end-stage renal disease purposes. |
8,500 | $2 | $20 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 2,460 | $18 | $84 |
| Flow cytometry, additional marker An additional marker is tested during a flow cytometry procedure to analyze DNA or cells. This step adds specific data points to the initial analysis. |
2,117 | $23 | $108 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,613 | $8 | $20 |
| 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. |
1,601 | $8 | $150 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
1,324 | $0 | $10 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
1,023 | $10 | $60 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, high complexity Subsequent hospital inpatient or observation care for an existing patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 50 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
819 | $110 | $380 |
| 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. |
757 | $110 | $460 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
722 | $13 | $150 |
| Iron level test | 721 | $6 | $70 |
| Iron binding capacity test A blood test that measures the amount of iron in the blood and the blood's ability to bind and transport iron. |
716 | $9 | $125 |
| 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. |
653 | $5 | $50 |
| Lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) level test A blood test that measures the amount of lactate dehydrogenase, an enzyme found in many body tissues. It helps assess tissue damage or disease. |
645 | $6 | $30 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
630 | $7 | $75 |
| 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. |
608 | $4 | $50 |
| 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. |
604 | $56 | $150 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
560 | $15 | $75 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
517 | $14 | $70 |
| Immunoglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins. |
502 | $9 | $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. |
369 | $13 | $190 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
277 | $29 | $150 |
| Immunoglobulin light chain measurement A blood test that measures the levels of immunoglobulin light chains, which are proteins produced by plasma cells. |
255 | $17 | $70 |
| 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. |
218 | $164 | $940 |
| Intravenous infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of medication or fluid directly into a vein for therapeutic, preventive, or diagnostic purposes. The procedure lasts one hour or less. |
183 | $59 | $500 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
175 | $15 | $95 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
171 | $1 | $10 |
| Serum protein measurement A blood test that measures the total amount of protein in the serum. It helps evaluate overall health and nutritional status. |
152 | $11 | $60 |
| Serum immunofixation test A laboratory test that analyzes a blood serum sample to identify specific abnormal proteins. The procedure uses an immunologic technique to detect and characterize these proteins. |
149 | $22 | $110 |
| Manual red blood cell count A laboratory test that manually counts the number of red blood cells in a blood sample. |
125 | $4 | $15 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
117 | $129 | $550 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
114 | $16 | $150 |
| Additional sequential IV infusion, 1 hour or less This code represents an additional intravenous infusion administered sequentially to a primary infusion. It covers the administration time of one hour or less. |
106 | $28 | $120 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
93 | $1 | $10 |
| Flow cytometry DNA or cell analysis, first marker A laboratory test that uses a laser to analyze cells or DNA by detecting a specific marker on the cell surface or within the cell. |
92 | $73 | $300 |
| Additional hour of intravenous hydration This code represents each additional hour of intravenous fluid administration beyond the initial hour. It is used to bill for extended hydration therapy. |
84 | $12 | $80 |
| Intravenous drug injection A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance directly into a vein. |
73 | $36 | $190 |
| Prothrombin time test (blood clotting) A laboratory test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. This procedure evaluates the body's coagulation process. |
59 | $4 | $30 |
| Normal saline infusion, 250 cc Administration of 250 cubic centimeters of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater fluid. |
54 | $1 | $20 |
| Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) level test A blood test that measures the level of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) protein. This test is used to monitor certain types of cancer. |
51 | $19 | $60 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
43 | $19 | $100 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
37 | $3 | $50 |
| Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test A blood test that measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube to detect inflammation in the body. This specific method is performed manually rather than using an automated machine. |
35 | $4 | $20 |
| Haptoglobin level test A blood test that measures the amount of haptoglobin, a protein in the serum. It helps evaluate red blood cell breakdown. |
34 | $12 | $75 |
| Additional hour of intravenous infusion This code represents each additional hour of intravenous infusion beyond the initial hour for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis. |
33 | $20 | $75 |
| Venipuncture for blood collection A procedure to draw blood from a vein for medical testing or analysis. |
33 | $90 | $400 |
| Principal care management for high-risk disease, first 30 minutes This service covers the initial 30 minutes of clinical staff time per calendar month to manage a single high-risk disease. It is directed by a healthcare professional. |
32 | $54 | $226 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 30 | $18 | $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. |
29 | $84 | $300 |
| 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. |
28 | $162 | $410 |
| 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. |
27 | $140 | $595 |
| Immunologic analysis for detection of tumor antigen, quantitative; ca 15-3 | 26 | $20 | $70 |
| Intravenous hydration infusion, 31-60 minutes Administration of fluids into a vein to maintain hydration. This procedure involves an infusion lasting between 31 and 60 minutes. |
26 | $30 | $200 |
| Acute hepatitis panel A blood test that screens for markers of acute viral hepatitis infection. |
24 | $47 | $175 |
| Beta-2 microglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of beta-2 microglobulin, a protein produced by cells in the body. |
20 | $16 | $50 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 20 | $209 | $780 |
| 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. |
18 | $24 | $300 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
17 | $10 | $50 |
| Normal saline infusion, 500 ml Administration of sterile normal saline solution through an intravenous line. This procedure involves the infusion of a 500 ml unit of the solution. |
15 | $1 | $10 |
| 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. |
14 | $5 | $25 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 13 | $6 | $30 |
| HIV-1 antigen and HIV-1/2 antibody test A laboratory test using immunoassay techniques to detect HIV-1 antigens and antibodies for both HIV-1 and HIV-2. |
11 | $24 | $96 |
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.
51.5% high complexity
30.0% medium
18.5% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2023 ↗$784
Total received (2018-2023)
Avg $131/year across 6 years
Bottom 39% in NY for hematology & oncology
17
Companies
27
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
$692 (88.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$92 (11.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2023
$293
2022
$57
2021
$152
2020
$150
2019
$33
2018
$99
Payments by company (2023)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Mirati Therapeutics, Inc.
$109
AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$97
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$34
CTI BioPharma Corp.
$23
Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc.
$18
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$14
Top 3 companies account for 81.6% of 2023 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2023) ›
Kite Pharma, Inc.
$136
Mirati Therapeutics, Inc.
$109
AVEO Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$97
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$84
Seagen Inc.
$80
CTI BioPharma Corp.
$46
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$38
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.
$34
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$31
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$23
Genentech USA, Inc.
$19
Sirtex Medical Inc
$18
Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc.
$18
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$15
Tactile Systems Technology Inc
$14
Innate Pharma, Inc
$12
PFIZER INC.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 43.6% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
FOTIVDA · Flexitouch Plus · GAZYVA · IBRANCE · KRAZATI · Lumoxiti · MONOFERRIC · OPDIVO · SIR-Spheres Microspheres · Vonjo · XARELTO · Xermelo · Xofigo · Xospata
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 (88%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Hematology & oncology specialists within 10 mi
175
Per 100K population
11.5
County median income
$128,329
Nearest hospital
BRUNSWICK HOSPITAL CENTER, INC.
3.6 mi
3.6 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 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. Zuniga is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 7% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 18 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. Zuniga experienced with iron infusion (injectafer)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Zuniga performed 46,500 iron infusion (injectafer) 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. Zuniga receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Zuniga received a total of $784 from 17 companies across 27 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. Zuniga's costs compare to other hematology & oncology specialists in Babylon?
Dr. Zuniga's average Medicare payment per service is $6. 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. Zuniga) 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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