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Dr. Shahid Nawaz, MD
Hematology & Oncology · East Patchogue, 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. Nawaz
Dr. Shahid Nawaz is a hematology & oncology specialist in East Patchogue, NY, with 21 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Nawaz performed 203,147 Medicare services across 19,747 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Nawaz received a total of $476 from 12 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 19 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. Nawaz 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.
✓ 21 years in practice
▲ Top 3% volume in NY
$476 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗203,147
Medicare services
Top 3% in NY for hematology & oncology
19,747
Unique beneficiaries
$10
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~9,674 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. |
99,750 | $1 | $5 |
| Pembrolizumab injection (Keytruda) | 13,200 | $43 | $100 |
| Iron sucrose injection (Venofer) An injection of iron sucrose used to replenish iron levels in the body. |
12,000 | $0 | $1 |
| Darbepoetin injection (Aranesp) for anemia An injection of darbepoetin alfa used for non-end-stage renal disease purposes. |
11,200 | $2 | $20 |
| 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. |
5,982 | $23 | $108 |
| Denosumab injection (Prolia/Xgeva) | 4,800 | $18 | $98 |
| Paclitaxel chemotherapy injection | 4,709 | $0 | $10 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
3,577 | $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. |
3,476 | $8 | $150 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
2,939 | $10 | $60 |
| 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. |
2,596 | $5 | $50 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
2,540 | $7 | $75 |
| 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. |
2,520 | $6 | $30 |
| 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. |
2,495 | $4 | $50 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
2,172 | $0 | $10 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
2,159 | $13 | $150 |
| Iron level test | 2,144 | $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. |
2,122 | $9 | $125 |
| 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. |
2,011 | $114 | $459 |
| Immune globulin infusion (Octagam) This procedure involves the administration of immune globulin medication directly into a vein. It is provided in a non-lyophilized liquid form. |
1,921 | $34 | $110 |
| Immunoglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins. |
1,660 | $9 | $45 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
1,545 | $15 | $75 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
1,318 | $14 | $70 |
| 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. |
1,261 | $55 | $150 |
| Immunoglobulin light chain measurement A blood test that measures the levels of immunoglobulin light chains, which are proteins produced by plasma cells. |
859 | $17 | $70 |
| 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. |
859 | $13 | $190 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
654 | $29 | $150 |
| Serum protein measurement A blood test that measures the total amount of protein in the serum. It helps evaluate overall health and nutritional status. |
505 | $10 | $60 |
| 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. |
500 | $162 | $940 |
| 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. |
489 | $22 | $110 |
| 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. |
467 | $18 | $60 |
| Vitamin B-12 injection An injection of vitamin B-12 (cyanocobalamin) with a dose of up to 1000 mcg. |
461 | $1 | $10 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
452 | $16 | $150 |
| Beta-2 microglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of beta-2 microglobulin, a protein produced by cells in the body. |
361 | $16 | $50 |
| 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. |
344 | $110 | $380 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
312 | $15 | $95 |
| Manual red blood cell count A laboratory test that manually counts the number of red blood cells in a blood sample. |
306 | $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. |
288 | $129 | $550 |
| Fluorouracil injection, 500 mg Administration of a 500 mg dose of fluorouracil medication via injection. |
288 | $2 | $10 |
| 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. |
276 | $4 | $20 |
| IgE level test A blood test that measures the level of immunoglobulin E (IgE) proteins in the immune system. |
274 | $16 | $50 |
| 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. |
262 | $72 | $300 |
| 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. |
260 | $27 | $120 |
| Immunologic analysis for detection of tumor antigen, quantitative; ca 15-3 | 258 | $20 | $70 |
| 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. |
245 | $62 | $500 |
| High-sensitivity C-reactive protein test A blood test that measures high-sensitivity C-reactive protein to detect infection or inflammation. |
243 | $13 | $50 |
| 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. |
217 | $12 | $80 |
| 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. |
211 | $4 | $30 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 198 | $18 | $50 |
| Anti-nausea injection (ondansetron/Zofran) | 184 | $0 | $10 |
| Carboplatin chemotherapy injection, 50 mg Administration of a 50 mg dose of carboplatin, a chemotherapy medication, via injection. |
183 | $2 | $50 |
| Magnesium sulfate injection, per 500 mg An injection of magnesium sulfate administered in 500 mg increments. |
166 | $1 | $10 |
| Intravenous drug injection A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance directly into a vein. |
160 | $36 | $190 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
158 | $20 | $100 |
| 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. |
141 | $25 | $300 |
| Total cortisol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of cortisol hormone in your body. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
134 | $16 | $75 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
131 | $9 | $30 |
| Diphenhydramine injection, up to 50 mg An injection of diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine medication, administered in a dose of up to 50 milligrams. |
119 | $1 | $10 |
| Haptoglobin level test A blood test that measures the amount of haptoglobin, a protein in the serum. It helps evaluate red blood cell breakdown. |
117 | $12 | $75 |
| 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. |
116 | $31 | $200 |
| 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. |
114 | $83 | $300 |
| 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. |
106 | $1 | $20 |
| Additional hour of intravenous infusion This code represents each additional hour of intravenous infusion beyond the initial hour for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis. |
97 | $20 | $75 |
| Hemoglobin A1c test (diabetes monitoring) A blood test that measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months. |
89 | $10 | $50 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
82 | $3 | $50 |
| Intravenous infusion of new drug or substance, 1 hour or less This procedure involves administering a new medication or substance directly into a vein through an existing access site. The infusion is completed within one hour or less. |
82 | $64 | $420 |
| Thyroxine (T4) level test A blood test that measures the total amount of thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in your body. |
79 | $7 | $35 |
| Normal saline infusion, 1000 cc Administration of 1000 cc of normal saline solution into a vein. This procedure involves the intravenous delivery of a sterile saltwater solution. |
79 | $2 | $10 |
| 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. |
76 | $32 | $120 |
| Additional hour of intravenous chemotherapy This code represents the administration of chemotherapy medication into a vein for each additional hour beyond the initial period. |
76 | $27 | $125 |
| 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. |
74 | $55 | $226 |
| Venipuncture for blood collection A procedure to draw blood from a vein for medical testing or analysis. |
71 | $92 | $400 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 69 | $199 | $780 |
| 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. |
62 | $1 | $10 |
| Acute hepatitis panel A blood test that screens for markers of acute viral hepatitis infection. |
53 | $47 | $175 |
| Injection, fosnetupitant 235 mg and palonosetron 0.25 mg | 48 | $333 | $2,100 |
| Basic blood chemical test (calcium, ionized) A blood test that measures basic chemical levels, specifically including calcium and ionized calcium. |
42 | $13 | $75 |
| Total bilirubin level test A blood test that measures the total amount of bilirubin, a waste product from the breakdown of red blood cells, in your body. |
42 | $5 | $15 |
| Red blood cell concentration measurement A laboratory test that measures the concentration of red blood cells in the blood. |
42 | $2 | $50 |
| Flu vaccine administration This procedure involves the administration of the influenza virus vaccine. It covers the process of delivering the vaccine to the patient. |
39 | $36 | $40 |
| Immunologic analysis for detection of tumor antigen, quantitative; ca 125 | 37 | $20 | $50 |
| 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. |
31 | $5 | $25 |
| Coagulation assessment blood test A blood test that measures how long it takes for blood to clot. The sample can be plasma or whole blood. |
30 | $6 | $35 |
| 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 | $71 | $175 |
| Intravenous push injection of new drug or substance A healthcare provider injects a new medication or substance directly into a vein using a push technique. |
27 | $53 | $250 |
| Drug screening test A laboratory test that uses a chemistry analyzer to detect the presence of drugs in a sample. |
23 | $61 | $250 |
| Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) level test A blood test that measures the amount of alpha-fetoprotein in the serum. This test is used to monitor certain health conditions. |
23 | $16 | $40 |
| Homocysteine level test A blood test that measures the amount of homocysteine, an amino acid, in the body. |
23 | $18 | $50 |
| Irrigation of implanted venous access device This procedure involves flushing an implanted venous access device to clear blockages or maintain patency. It ensures the device remains functional for delivering medications or fluids. |
23 | $25 | $260 |
| 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. |
20 | $40 | $150 |
| Rheumatoid factor level | 19 | $6 | $30 |
| Transitional care management services, moderate complexity Services provided to coordinate care during the transition from an inpatient or other facility setting back to the community. This includes follow-up and management of a health problem of at least moderate complexity. |
17 | $193 | $600 |
| Transitional care management, high complexity Coordination of care for a patient transitioning from a short-term hospital stay or other facility to home or another care setting. This service addresses a high-complexity medical problem. |
17 | $251 | $580 |
| Lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides) A blood test that measures cholesterol and triglyceride levels. |
15 | $13 | $300 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
14 | $5 | $35 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
14 | $41 | $175 |
| Molecular pathology test interpretation A physician reviews and interprets the results of a molecular pathology test to provide a diagnostic report. |
12 | $42 | $188 |
| Calreticulin gene analysis A laboratory test that analyzes the calreticulin gene for common genetic variants. |
11 | $119 | $490 |
| Gene analysis (janus kinase 2) variant | 11 | $90 | $370 |
| JAK2 gene analysis A laboratory test that examines the JAK2 gene to identify specific genetic variations. |
11 | $182 | $741 |
| MPL gene analysis for common variants A laboratory test that analyzes the MPL gene to detect common genetic variants. This procedure identifies specific changes in the thrombopoietin receptor gene. |
11 | $147 | $602 |
| Quadrivalent influenza vaccine, cell-culture derived A flu shot containing four strains of influenza virus, produced using cell culture technology rather than eggs. This formulation is free from preservatives and antibiotics. |
11 | $30 | $90 |
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.
50.7% high complexity
25.1% medium
24.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2023 ↗$476
Total received (2018-2023)
Avg $79/year across 6 years
Bottom 31% in NY for hematology & oncology
12
Companies
19
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
$464 (97.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$12 (2.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2023
$16
2022
$270
2021
$39
2020
$16
2019
$18
2018
$117
Payments by company (2023)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
CTI BioPharma Corp.
$16
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2023 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2023) ›
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$180
CTI BioPharma Corp.
$64
Eisai Inc.
$44
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$36
Kite Pharma, Inc.
$27
Pharmacosmos Therapeutics Inc.
$24
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$22
Sirtex Medical Inc
$18
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$18
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$18
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
$12
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 60.6% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
BENDEKA · KISQALI · Lenvima · MONOFERRIC · SIR-Spheres Microspheres · Vonjo · XARELTO · XTANDI
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
Hematology & oncology specialists within 10 mi
73
Per 100K population
4.8
County median income
$128,329
Nearest hospital
LONG ISLAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
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 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. Nawaz is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 3% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement, with 21 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. Nawaz experienced with iron infusion (injectafer)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Nawaz performed 99,750 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. Nawaz receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Nawaz received a total of $476 from 12 companies across 19 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. Nawaz's costs compare to other hematology & oncology specialists in East Patchogue?
Dr. Nawaz's average Medicare payment per service is $10. 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. Nawaz) 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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