Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Santosh Kumar, MD
Hematology & Oncology · East Syracuse, 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
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Kumar
Dr. Santosh Kumar is a hematology & oncology specialist in East Syracuse, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kumar performed 23,915 Medicare services across 3,353 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kumar received a total of $31,857 from 14 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 64 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in hematology & 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. Kumar 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 18% volume in NY
$31,857 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗23,915
Medicare services
Top 18% in NY for hematology & oncology
3,353
Unique beneficiaries
$9
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~1,259 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) A contrast agent containing 300-399 mg/ml of iodine used to enhance imaging studies. It is administered per milliliter to improve the visibility of internal structures. |
15,630 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
1,275 | $8 | $23 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
1,268 | $8 | $20 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
1,076 | $10 | $31 |
| 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. |
585 | $94 | $220 |
| Immunoglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of gammaglobulins, which are immune system proteins. |
373 | $9 | $27 |
| 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. |
231 | $65 | $148 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
218 | $13 | $39 |
| 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. |
217 | $137 | $297 |
| Iron level test | 207 | $6 | $19 |
| 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. |
207 | $8 | $25 |
| Reticulated platelet measurement A blood test that measures the level of young, newly formed platelets in the body. |
198 | $35 | $77 |
| 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. |
194 | $6 | $18 |
| 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. |
179 | $19 | $55 |
| Dexamethasone injection (steroid) An injection of dexamethasone sodium phosphate, a corticosteroid medication, administered in a dose of 1 milligram. |
160 | $0 | $1 |
| CT scan of chest with contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures. |
142 | $45 | $472 |
| Automated red blood cell count with calculations A blood test that automatically counts red blood cells and performs additional calculations to assess blood health. |
134 | $5 | $16 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas. |
132 | $168 | $622 |
| Serum protein measurement A blood test that measures the total amount of protein in the serum. It helps evaluate overall health and nutritional status. |
120 | $10 | $30 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
120 | $16 | $49 |
| Manual white blood cell count A laboratory test that involves examining a sample under a microscope to manually count the number of white blood cells present. |
107 | $4 | $10 |
| Complete blood count (CBC), automated An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. |
107 | $6 | $19 |
| 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. |
100 | $22 | $62 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
97 | $7 | $20 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
85 | $15 | $42 |
| 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. |
85 | $5 | $14 |
| Haptoglobin level test A blood test that measures the amount of haptoglobin, a protein in the serum. It helps evaluate red blood cell breakdown. |
71 | $12 | $36 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
63 | $14 | $39 |
| 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. |
58 | $4 | $12 |
| 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. |
56 | $2 | $7 |
| 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. |
50 | $126 | $337 |
| CA 19-9 tumor antigen test A blood test that measures the level of CA 19-9, a substance that can be found in the blood of some people with cancer. This quantitative analysis detects and measures the specific tumor antigen. |
49 | $20 | $60 |
| Intravenous injection of additional new drug or substance Administration of an additional new medication or substance directly into a vein. |
41 | $12 | $60 |
| 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. |
40 | $4 | $13 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
37 | $9 | $20 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
30 | $53 | $364 |
| Intravenous chemotherapy infusion, 1 hour or less Administration of chemotherapy medication directly into a vein. The procedure takes one hour or less to complete. |
28 | $101 | $361 |
| New patient office visit, complex (60-74 min) | 21 | $155 | $423 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 19 | $18 | $53 |
| CT scan of neck soft tissue with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the soft tissues in the neck. |
15 | $45 | $470 |
| 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. |
15 | $11 | $65 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
14 | $8 | $23 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, moderate complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an existing patient involving moderate medical decision making. The visit requires at least 35 minutes of time spent on the date of service. |
14 | $62 | $150 |
| 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. |
13 | $135 | $419 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
12 | $3 | $10 |
| 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. |
11 | $136 | $307 |
| Initial hospital admission, moderate complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving moderate-level medical decision making, with at least 55 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
11 | $102 | $283 |
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.
0.1% high complexity
67.6% medium
32.2% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$31,857
Total received (2020-2024)
Avg $6,371/year across 5 years
Top 14% in NY for hematology & oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
14
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
$29,028 (91.1%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$2,040 (6.4%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$790 (2.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$25,419
2023
$528
2022
$5,821
2021
$12
2020
$77
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$13,321
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$4,646
SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc.
$2,070
BeiGene USA, Inc.
$2,050
PFIZER INC.
$1,662
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$1,470
SOBI, INC
$200
Top 3 companies account for 78.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2020-2024) ›
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$18,067
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
$4,658
BeiGene USA, Inc.
$2,575
SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc.
$2,070
PFIZER INC.
$1,662
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$1,470
Daiichi Sankyo Inc.
$750
SOBI, INC
$200
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$184
Mirati Therapeutics, Inc.
$86
Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$73
Welch Allyn
$34
Eisai Inc.
$16
Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 79.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
BRUKINSA · CALQUENCE · CARVYKTI · Dayvigo · IMFINZI · KRAZATI · LYNPARZA · None · OGSIVEO · OPDIVO · Rezlidhia · TAGRISSO · TEVIMBRA · TIVDAK · Trodelvy · Truqap · VONJO · XPOVIO
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 (91%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers.
Geographic Context
Hematology & oncology specialists within 10 mi
36
Per 100K population
7.6
County median income
$74,740
Nearest hospital
ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL HEALTH CENTER
5.7 mi
5.7 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. Kumar is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 18% in NY), with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 14% 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. Kumar experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kumar performed 15,630 contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based) 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. Kumar receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kumar received a total of $31,857 from 14 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. Kumar's costs compare to other hematology & oncology specialists in East Syracuse?
Dr. Kumar's average Medicare payment per service is $9. 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. Kumar) 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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