Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Saul Modlin, MD
Otolaryngology · Garden City, NY
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Modlin
Dr. Saul Modlin is an otolaryngology specialist in Garden City, NY, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Modlin performed 6,086 Medicare services across 2,977 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Modlin received a total of $5,811 from 17 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 101 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in otolaryngology. 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. Modlin 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.
✓ 20 years in practice
▲ Top 2% volume in NY
$5,811 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,086
Medicare services
Top 2% in NY for otolaryngology
2,977
Unique beneficiaries
$72
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~304 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,313 | $83 | $162 |
| Allergy skin test A diagnostic test performed to identify specific allergies by applying or introducing allergenic extracts to the body. The procedure measures the patient's immune response to various potential allergens. |
1,176 | $4 | $13 |
| Nasal endoscopy A diagnostic procedure that uses a thin, lighted tube to examine the inside of the nasal passages. |
547 | $183 | $471 |
| Ear wax removal A procedure to remove impacted ear wax from the ear canal. |
539 | $44 | $121 |
| 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. |
308 | $72 | $159 |
| Flexible laryngoscopy A diagnostic exam of the voice box using a flexible endoscope to visualize the larynx. |
275 | $125 | $282 |
| 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. |
255 | $117 | $260 |
| Ear probe test for repeated sounds A probe is placed in the ear to measure how the ear responds to repeated sounds. The results are interpreted and a report is provided. |
230 | $31 | $100 |
| Comprehensive hearing and speech recognition test A diagnostic evaluation that assesses hearing ability and the capacity to understand spoken words. The test measures how well a patient can detect sounds and recognize speech. |
228 | $33 | $90 |
| Test to assess middle ear muscle reflex | 228 | $14 | $40 |
| 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. |
209 | $152 | $368 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
129 | $22 | $50 |
| Initial hospital admission, low complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving straightforward or low-level medical decision making, with at least 40 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
123 | $78 | $220 |
| 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. |
73 | $53 | $104 |
| 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. |
73 | $109 | $220 |
| Swallowing and voice box sensory function evaluation This procedure evaluates how well you swallow and the sensory function of your voice box using an endoscope. It involves recording and interpreting the results of the examination. |
48 | $37 | $100 |
| Vocal cord movement assessment with endoscope This procedure uses an endoscope to examine the movement of the vocal cords. It allows for the visual assessment of how the vocal cord flaps function. |
46 | $192 | $500 |
| Vestibular function test with thermal irrigation A test that assesses balance by irrigating both ears with warm and cool fluids to evaluate inner ear function. |
46 | $37 | $200 |
| Abnormal eye movement test with recording A test that records and evaluates eye movements to check for abnormalities. |
43 | $23 | $85 |
| Sleep study with heart rate and breathing monitoring A sleep study that monitors heart rate, breathing, airflow, and physical effort during sleep. |
34 | $39 | $415 |
| Endoscopic nasal polyp biopsy or removal A procedure to remove or sample nasal polyps or tissue using an endoscope. The endoscope allows the provider to view the nasal passages during the procedure. |
33 | $271 | $775 |
| 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. |
24 | $120 | $300 |
| Esophageal biopsy via flexible endoscope through nose A procedure to collect tissue samples from the esophagus using a flexible tube inserted through the nose. The samples are examined to check for abnormalities or disease. |
23 | $206 | $690 |
| Bronchoscopy through tracheostomy Examination of the windpipe and lung airways using a flexible tube with a camera inserted through a permanent opening in the neck. |
17 | $81 | $430 |
| Speech and language evaluation Assessment of how well a person produces speech sounds and their ability to understand and express language. |
15 | $196 | $390 |
| Endoscopic control of nosebleed A procedure to stop bleeding in the nose using an endoscope to visualize the area. |
14 | $242 | $800 |
| Swallowing and voice box sensory function evaluation This procedure involves evaluating and recording the sensory function of the swallowing mechanism and voice box using an endoscope. |
13 | $195 | $475 |
| Treatment of swallowing and feeding disorder Therapy to address difficulties with swallowing and feeding. This procedure focuses on improving the mechanics and safety of eating and drinking. |
12 | $77 | $190 |
| Swallowing function evaluation An assessment to evaluate how well a patient can swallow. This procedure examines the mechanics and safety of the swallowing process. |
12 | $77 | $200 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$5,811
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $830/year across 7 years
Top 14% in NY for otolaryngology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
17
Companies
101
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
$5,811 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$749
2023
$458
2022
$958
2021
$468
2020
$156
2019
$2,469
2018
$553
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Genentech USA, Inc.
$150
AERIN MEDICAL INC.
$147
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$122
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$119
GENZYME CORPORATION
$115
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$74
Acclarent, Inc
$21
Top 3 companies account for 56.1% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Stryker Corporation
$1,780
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.
$930
Acclarent, Inc
$669
GENZYME CORPORATION
$613
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$458
Aerin Medical Inc.
$406
AERIN MEDICAL INC.
$216
Genentech USA, Inc.
$150
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.
$150
Phathom Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$122
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$106
Intersect ENT, Inc.
$90
OptiNose US, Inc.
$47
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$36
Merz North America, Inc.
$14
Entellus Medical, Inc.
$13
ARBOR PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 58.1% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Acclarent Aera · Acclarent Navwire · BRIDION · CLARIFIX · DUPIXENT · ENTELLUS - ENTELLUS MEDICAL SHAVER SYSTEM · ENTELLUS - FIAGON SINUS NAVIGATION SYSTEM · ENTELLUS - MINIFESS SURGICAL INSTRUMENT SETS · ENTELLUS - XPRESS ENT DILATION SYSTEM · INSPIRE · NUCALA · Otovel · PROPEL · Relieva Scout · Relieva Tract · TruDi NAV Cable · TruDi Nav Suction · VIVAER STYLUS · VOQUEZNA · VivAer · Vivaer RF Stylus · XEOMIN · Xhance · Xolair
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.
Geographic Context
Otolaryngologists within 10 mi
464
Per 100K population
33.4
County median income
$143,408
Nearest hospital
LONG ISLAND JEWISH MEDICAL CENTER
2.6 mi
2.6 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 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. Modlin is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 2% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 14% of NY peers, with 20 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. Modlin experienced with office visit, established patient (20-29 min)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Modlin performed 1,313 office visit, established patient (20-29 min) 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. Modlin receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Modlin received a total of $5,811 from 17 companies across 101 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. Modlin's costs compare to other otolaryngologists in Garden City?
Dr. Modlin's average Medicare payment per service is $72. 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. Modlin) 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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About this page
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.
This page is not medical advice, an endorsement, a recommendation, or a quality rating. Data Coverage reflects data completeness — how much federal information exists for this provider — not clinical performance, patient outcomes, or quality of care. Always verify information directly with the provider and consult a licensed clinician before making medical decisions.
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