Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Michael Drabkin, M.D.
Radiation Oncology · East Meadow, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Drabkin
Dr. Michael Drabkin is a radiation oncology specialist in East Meadow, NY, with 13 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Drabkin performed 4,499 Medicare services across 2,730 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Drabkin received a total of $17,213 from 11 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 64 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Drabkin 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.
✓ 13 years in practice
▲ Top 32% volume in NY
$17,213 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗4,499
Medicare services
Top 32% in NY for radiation oncology
2,730
Unique beneficiaries
$241
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~346 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
920 | $23 | $108 |
| Cefazolin sodium injection, 500 mg An injection of 500 mg of cefazolin sodium, an antibiotic medication, administered into the body. |
485 | $1 | $4 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
343 | $8 | $20 |
| 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. |
217 | $63 | $500 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
183 | $135 | $723 |
| 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. |
157 | $165 | $935 |
| Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration A procedure to remove a small sample of bone marrow and liquid for laboratory testing. The sample is analyzed to help diagnose various medical conditions. |
145 | $163 | $875 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
135 | $99 | $515 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
121 | $56 | $399 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
114 | $39 | $188 |
| Gadolinium MRI contrast injection Administration of a gadolinium-based contrast agent to enhance magnetic resonance imaging. The dose is measured per milliliter of the agent injected. |
113 | $1 | $40 |
| Abdominal fluid drainage with imaging guidance Removal of fluid from the abdominal cavity using imaging technology to guide the procedure. |
112 | $275 | $1,534 |
| Central venous port insertion A surgical procedure to place a small reservoir under the skin for long-term access to the bloodstream. The device is connected to a vein to allow for repeated medication administration or blood draws. |
111 | $964 | $5,494 |
| 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. |
110 | $117 | $393 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
96 | $81 | $676 |
| Blood smear for iron A laboratory test that examines a drop of blood under a microscope to evaluate iron levels and red blood cell characteristics. |
89 | $7 | $20 |
| Needle biopsy or removal of surface lymph nodes A procedure to obtain a tissue sample or remove lymph nodes located near the surface of the body using a needle. |
73 | $169 | $807 |
| Arterial tube insertion, first branch A procedure to insert a tube into the first branch of an artery in the abdomen, pelvis, or leg. |
68 | $741 | $6,892 |
| Arterial catheter insertion, initial second order branch A procedure to insert a tube into a secondary branch of an artery in the abdomen, pelvis, or leg. |
68 | $499 | $4,541 |
| Arterial catheter insertion, initial third order branch Insertion of a tube into an abdominal, pelvic, or leg artery, specifically targeting the initial third order branch. |
68 | $858 | $7,839 |
| Vessel or growth occlusion with radiologist review A procedure to block blood flow to growths or obstructed vessels, including review by a radiologist. |
67 | $8,591 | $48,519 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 65 | $209 | $780 |
| Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg | 55 | $2 | $10 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
46 | $4 | $50 |
| Albumin infusion, 25%, 20 ml This procedure involves the intravenous administration of a 20 ml dose of 25% human albumin solution. |
43 | $17 | $105 |
| 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. |
40 | $74 | $300 |
| 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. |
39 | $4 | $30 |
| 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. |
34 | $8 | $150 |
| 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. |
33 | $157 | $595 |
| Deep bone biopsy using needle or trocar A procedure to obtain a tissue sample from deep within the bone using a needle or trocar for examination. |
31 | $368 | $1,500 |
| Basic blood chemical test (calcium, ionized) A blood test that measures basic chemical levels, specifically including calcium and ionized calcium. |
30 | $13 | $75 |
| Red blood cell concentration measurement A laboratory test that measures the concentration of red blood cells in the blood. |
30 | $2 | $50 |
| Intravenous drug injection A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance directly into a vein. |
30 | $36 | $190 |
| Midazolam injection, per 1 mg Administration of midazolam hydrochloride, a sedative medication, measured in 1 mg increments. |
29 | $0 | $1 |
| Needle biopsy of abdominal cavity growth A needle is inserted into a growth within the abdominal cavity to remove a small tissue sample for laboratory analysis. |
25 | $106 | $866 |
| Thyroid needle biopsy A procedure in which a thin needle is inserted through the skin into the thyroid gland to remove a small sample of tissue for examination. |
25 | $56 | $547 |
| Liver needle biopsy through skin A procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove a small sample of liver tissue for examination. |
22 | $263 | $1,579 |
| 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. |
22 | $80 | $300 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement Use of real-time X-ray imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
20 | $115 | $579 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
19 | $15 | $95 |
| Removal of central venous port or pump A procedure to remove a central venous access device, such as a port or pump, from the body. |
18 | $193 | $850 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
14 | $10 | $60 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, each additional growth This procedure involves using ultrasound guidance to perform a fine needle aspiration biopsy on an additional growth during the same session. |
12 | $58 | $298 |
| Contrast injection for central venous access device imaging A contrast dye is injected to facilitate imaging of a central venous access device. This procedure is used to evaluate the device. |
11 | $112 | $619 |
| MRI of pelvis with and without contrast A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the pelvic area performed both before and after the administration of a contrast dye to enhance image detail. |
11 | $333 | $1,500 |
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.
8.8% high complexity
34.0% medium
57.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$17,213
Total received (2021-2024)
Avg $4,303/year across 4 years
Top 8% in NY for radiation oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
11
Companies
64
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.
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$14,929 (86.7%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$2,209 (12.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$75 (0.4%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,877
2023
$7,571
2022
$6,741
2021
$25
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$1,300
Terumo Medical Corporation
$1,149
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$192
Ethicon US, LLC
$147
Merit Medical Systems Inc
$89
Top 3 companies account for 91.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2021-2024) ›
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$13,780
Terumo Medical Corporation
$2,493
Ethicon US, LLC
$432
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$192
Merit Medical Systems Inc
$89
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$75
Penumbra, Inc.
$54
IDORSIA PHARMACEUTICALS US INC
$35
Medtronic, Inc.
$32
GENZYME CORPORATION
$20
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 97.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ANGIO-SEAL · AZUR CX DETACHABLE · Certus 140 · GLIDESHEATH SLENDER · HYDROPEARL · JEVTANA · KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty · KYPHON EXPRESS II KYPHOPAK TRAY · Neuwave · POD · QUVIVIQ · RUBY Coil · RYBREVANT · ReSolve Drainage Catheters · TR BAND · Trek
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 →
The majority of payments (87%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 8% for radiation oncology in NY.
Geographic Context
Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
1,794
Per 100K population
129.2
County median income
$143,408
Nearest hospital
NASSAU UNIVERSITY MEDICAL 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. Drabkin is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 8% of NY peers.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Drabkin experienced with flow cytometry, additional marker?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Drabkin performed 920 flow cytometry, additional marker 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. Drabkin receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Drabkin received a total of $17,213 from 11 companies across 64 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. Drabkin's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in East Meadow?
Dr. Drabkin's average Medicare payment per service is $241. 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. Drabkin) 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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