Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Allen Herr
Radiation Oncology · Latham, 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
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
This page presents federal public records about Dr. Herr 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. Herr
Dr. Allen Herr is a radiation oncology specialist in Latham, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Herr performed 6,677 Medicare services across 861 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Herr received a total of $2,612 from 25 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 99 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation 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. Herr 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 24% volume in NY
$2,612 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,677
Medicare services
Top 24% in NY for radiation oncology
861
Unique beneficiaries
$9
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~351 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. |
5,825 | $0 | $1 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
207 | $10 | $41 |
| 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. |
65 | $14 | $48 |
| 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. |
61 | $11 | $34 |
| Abdominal fluid drainage with imaging guidance Removal of fluid from the abdominal cavity using imaging technology to guide the procedure. |
43 | $82 | $337 |
| CT scan of abdominal and pelvic blood vessels with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to visualize the blood vessels in the abdomen and pelvis. |
41 | $294 | $1,024 |
| Chest fluid aspiration with imaging guidance This procedure involves removing fluid from the chest cavity using imaging technology to guide the needle placement. |
40 | $82 | $311 |
| Chest X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the chest taken from a single angle. This imaging test is used to visualize the structures within the chest cavity. |
39 | $7 | $32 |
| CT scan of chest blood vessels with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the chest. |
30 | $145 | $1,100 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
30 | $55 | $187 |
| Chest X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the chest that captures two different angles to visualize the lungs, heart, and chest wall. |
26 | $9 | $51 |
| Kidney needle biopsy A procedure in which a needle is used to remove a small sample of kidney tissue for examination. |
25 | $96 | $392 |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous catheter for infusion, age 5+ A surgical procedure to place a long-term catheter into a large vein for delivering medications or fluids. The catheter is tunneled under the skin to reduce infection risk and provide stable access for patients aged 5 and older. |
24 | $199 | $623 |
| Infusion tube insertion with imaging guidance A radiologist inserts an infusion tube into the body while using imaging guidance to ensure proper placement and reviews the procedure. |
23 | $71 | $234 |
| Insertion of non-tunneled central venous catheter A procedure to place a central venous catheter for infusion in patients aged 5 years or older. The catheter is inserted directly into a large vein without being tunneled under the skin. |
22 | $65 | $348 |
| 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. |
22 | $55 | $189 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
21 | $23 | $74 |
| 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. |
19 | $249 | $1,145 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in one arm or leg using compression and other maneuvers to assess blood flow and check for blockages. |
16 | $90 | $300 |
| Core needle biopsy of lung or mediastinum A procedure to remove a small tissue sample from the lung or the space between the lungs using a needle inserted through the skin. |
14 | $121 | $1,127 |
| Abdominal fluid drainage by tube with imaging guidance A procedure to remove fluid from the abdominal cavity using a tube. Imaging guidance is used to direct the placement of the tube. |
14 | $138 | $1,600 |
| 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. |
13 | $149 | $566 |
| 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. |
12 | $58 | $161 |
| Ultrasound of arm and leg arteries A non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to examine the blood vessels in the arms and legs. It evaluates blood flow and checks for blockages or other vascular issues. |
12 | $16 | $62 |
| Removal of tunneled central venous tube This procedure involves the removal of a catheter that has been surgically placed under the skin and threaded into a large vein. |
11 | $105 | $328 |
| 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. |
11 | $60 | $297 |
| CT scan of abdominal aorta and leg arteries with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the abdominal aorta and the arteries in both legs. |
11 | $89 | $458 |
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.
1.0% high complexity
92.8% medium
6.1% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$2,612
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $373/year across 7 years
Top 19% in NY for radiation oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
25
Companies
99
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
$2,612 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$937
2023
$243
2022
$329
2021
$241
2020
$370
2019
$433
2018
$58
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Boston Scientific Corporation
$405
Medtronic, Inc.
$362
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$62
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$58
Inari Medical, Inc.
$33
Imperative Care, Inc
$18
Top 3 companies account for 88.5% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Boston Scientific Corporation
$549
Inari Medical, Inc.
$506
Medtronic, Inc.
$492
Terumo Medical Corporation
$164
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$153
Abbott Laboratories
$97
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$75
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$71
Esperion Therapeutics, Inc.
$62
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
$62
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$48
Amarin Pharma Inc.
$47
Imperative Care, Inc
$47
Endocare, Inc.
$30
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
$28
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$26
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$26
PFIZER INC.
$25
TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc.
$20
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$18
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)
$15
Teleflex LLC
$14
Silk Road Medical, Inc.
$13
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$12
Amgen Inc.
$12
Top 3 companies account for 59.2% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ABRE · Abre · Azur CX Detachable · BRILINTA · CHOCOLATE PTA BALLOON CATHETER · CONCERTOTM · Carotid WALLSTENT · Concerto · ELIQUIS · ELUVIA · EMBOLD Fibered · ENROUTE Transcarotid Stent · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · FlowTriever · GLIDESHEATH SLENDER · General - Vascular Intervention · GlideLight · HAWKONE · IN.PACT ADMIRAL · IN.PACT AV · JARDIANCE · KENGREAL · LifeVest · MANTA · MICRO ACCESS · MVP · NEXLETOL · PERCLOSE PROGLIDE · PRADAXA · PRALUENT · Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system · Repatha · S · SMART PORT CT · TR Band · TRINAV INFUSION SYSTEM · VIATORR Endoprosthesis · Vascepa · XARELTO · ZOOM 88-T LARGE DISTAL PLATFORM
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
Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
110
Per 100K population
34.9
County median income
$83,149
Nearest hospital
ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL
7.0 mi
7.0 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. Herr is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 24% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement in the top 19% 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. Herr experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Herr performed 5,825 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. Herr receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Herr received a total of $2,612 from 25 companies across 99 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. Herr's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Latham?
Dr. Herr'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. Herr) 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.
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