Medicare Enrolled
Dr. John Passarelli, MD
Ophthalmology · Brentwood, NY
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
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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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Passarelli 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. Passarelli
Dr. John Passarelli is an ophthalmology specialist in Brentwood, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Passarelli performed 3,620 Medicare services across 2,722 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Passarelli received a total of $14,468 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 525 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in ophthalmology. 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. Passarelli 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 25% volume in NY
$14,468 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗3,620
Medicare services
Top 25% in NY for ophthalmology
2,722
Unique beneficiaries
$99
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~191 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microfluid analysis of tears A laboratory test that analyzes tear fluid using microfluidic technology to measure specific biomarkers. This procedure helps evaluate the composition of tears for diagnostic purposes. |
527 | $22 | $46 |
| Retinal photography (fundus photo) This procedure involves taking photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It is used to document the condition of the eye's interior structures. |
493 | $31 | $156 |
| 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. |
412 | $80 | $220 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, established patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a patient who has previously been seen by the provider. |
323 | $98 | $342 |
| Corneal topography and eye depth measurement This procedure measures the curvature and depth of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. |
215 | $21 | $441 |
| Retinal imaging (OCT scan) This procedure involves imaging the retina to visualize its structure. It is used to examine the back of the eye. |
190 | $35 | $132 |
| Visual field test, extended A test that maps your complete field of vision to detect blind spots or peripheral vision loss. Extended testing provides a more detailed assessment than a standard visual field exam. |
156 | $56 | $166 |
| Laser removal of recurring cataract A laser procedure to remove a recurring cataract within the lens capsule. |
145 | $289 | $1,874 |
| Eye exam, established patient, focused A limited examination of the visual system for an existing patient. The provider focuses on a specific eye-related concern or symptom. |
145 | $80 | $186 |
| 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. |
139 | $105 | $270 |
| Cataract surgery with lens implant Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacement with an artificial prosthetic lens to restore vision. |
137 | $501 | $1,803 |
| Optic nerve imaging (OCT scan) Imaging of the optic nerve. |
105 | $30 | $128 |
| Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct A small implant containing medication is placed into the tear duct of the eye to deliver drugs directly to the eye over time. |
92 | $15 | $119 |
| Retinal laser destruction of growth A laser procedure used to destroy abnormal growths in the retina. |
90 | $469 | $2,000 |
| Comprehensive eye exam, new patient A comprehensive examination of the visual system performed for a new patient. |
80 | $110 | $264 |
| Retinal angiography with dye injection This procedure uses a special camera to examine the blood vessels in the retina after a dye has been injected into the body. |
55 | $132 | $409 |
| Tear duct plug insertion A procedure to insert a small plug into the tear duct opening to help retain tears on the eye surface. |
49 | $196 | $469 |
| CT scan of cornea A computed tomography scan used to create detailed images of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye. |
49 | $30 | $125 |
| 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. |
47 | $110 | $329 |
| Laser repair to improve eye fluid flow A laser procedure used to enhance the drainage of fluid within the eye. |
29 | $192 | $2,329 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
28 | $28 | $53 |
| Fluorescein angiography of retina A special camera captures images of the blood vessels in the retina and the area between the white part of the eye and the retina after a dye is injected. |
26 | $247 | $600 |
| Laser eye fluid drainage tract creation A laser procedure used to create drainage tracts in the iris to help fluid flow out of the eye. |
23 | $213 | $2,350 |
| Complex cataract removal with lens implant A surgical procedure to remove a cataract from the eye and insert an artificial lens to restore vision. |
20 | $701 | $1,650 |
| Eye drainage system examination An examination of the internal drainage system of the eye to assess how fluid flows and drains from the eye. |
16 | $24 | $66 |
| Slit lamp examination of the eye This procedure uses a specialized microscope to examine the front portion of the eye. |
16 | $37 | $206 |
| 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. |
13 | $42 | $106 |
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.
3.8% high complexity
11.0% medium
85.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$14,468
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,067/year across 7 years
Top 9% in NY for ophthalmology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
31
Companies
525
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
$14,468 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,933
2023
$2,543
2022
$2,560
2021
$1,661
2020
$767
2019
$2,253
2018
$1,752
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$764
ABBVIE INC.
$751
Alcon Vision LLC
$750
Harrow Eye, LLC
$180
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$141
NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC.
$117
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$75
RxSight Inc
$49
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$44
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$33
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
$28
Top 3 companies account for 77.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Alcon Vision LLC
$3,261
ABBVIE INC.
$1,813
Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc.
$1,173
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.
$1,127
Allergan, Inc.
$973
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
$917
Shire North American Group Inc
$647
Oyster Point Pharma, Inc.
$500
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC
$474
Alcon Laboratories Inc
$454
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$449
Allergan Inc.
$409
RxSight Inc
$326
Eyevance Pharmaceuticals LLC
$265
NEW WORLD MEDICAL,INC.
$262
Kala Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$200
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$182
Harrow Eye, LLC
$180
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$160
BioTissue Holdings, Inc.
$152
Carl Zeiss Meditec USA, Inc.
$134
Beaver-Visitec International, Inc.
$73
EYEVANCE PHARMACEUTICALS LLC
$69
Sight Sciences, Inc.
$59
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$44
Horizon Therapeutics plc
$44
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.
$43
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS, INC.
$25
TissueTech, Inc.
$24
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$17
Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 43.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ALPHAGAN P · ARGOS · ARTEVO 800 · AcrySof · AcrySof IQ PanOptix · AcrySof IQ VIVITY IOL · Ahmed Glaucoma Valve · BESIVANCE · BOTOX COSMETIC · BromSite (bromfenac ophthalmic solution) 0.075% · CATALYS SYSTEM · CEQUA · COMBIGAN · Catalys Laser System · Centurion · Cequa · Clareon · CyPass · DAILIES · DEXTENZA · DEXYCU · DOCTORS ALLERGY FORMULA · DUREZOL · DURYSTA · EYSUVIS · Flarex · HYDRUS Microstent · HYLENEX RECOMBINANT · ILEVRO · INFUSE · INVELTYS · Kahook Dual Blade · LOTEMAX SM · LUMIGAN · MIEBO · ORA · Ophthalmic Surgical Adjuncts · PROKERA · PROLENSA · PanOptix · Prokera · RESTASIS · RESTASIS MULTIDOSE · RXSIGHT CONTACT LENS · ReSTOR · ReSure Sealant · Rhopressa · SIMBRINZA · STELLARIS · SYMPHONY · ScoutPro Osmolarity System · Simbrinza · TRAVATAN Z · TYRVAYA · TearCare SmartLid · Tecnis IOL · Tecnis Multifocal Family of 1-piece IOLS · Tecnis Symfony IOL · Tecnis Toric 1-piece IOL · TobraDex ST · Tobradex ST · VERITAS Vision System · VEVYE · VUITY · VYZULTA · XDEMVY · XIIDRA · ZYLET · Zerviate · enVista Aspire IOL · enVista MX60 IOL · iFS Advanced Femtosecond Laser
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. Total industry engagement is in the top 9% for ophthalmology in NY.
Geographic Context
Ophthalmologists within 10 mi
251
Per 100K population
16.5
County median income
$128,329
Nearest hospital
PILGRIM PSYCHIATRIC CENTER
0.0 mi
0.0 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. Passarelli is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 25% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 9% of NY 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. Passarelli experienced with microfluid analysis of tears?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Passarelli performed 527 microfluid analysis of tears 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. Passarelli receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Passarelli received a total of $14,468 from 31 companies across 525 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. Passarelli's costs compare to other ophthalmologists in Brentwood?
Dr. Passarelli's average Medicare payment per service is $99. 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. Passarelli) 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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