Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Robert Salant, MD
Urology Physician · New York, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Mixed engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
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What this data tells you about Dr. Salant
Dr. Robert Salant is an urology physician in New York, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Salant performed 9,519 Medicare services across 7,079 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Salant received a total of $5,033 from 31 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 129 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in urology physician. 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. Salant 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 9% volume in NY
$5,033 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗9,519
Medicare services
Top 9% in NY for urology physician
7,079
Unique beneficiaries
$43
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~501 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual urinalysis with microscopic examination A urine test performed manually without automated equipment. The sample is examined under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
1,130 | $4 | $5 |
| 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. |
862 | $47 | $75 |
| Blood urea nitrogen test A blood test that measures the amount of urea nitrogen to assess kidney function. |
347 | $4 | $34 |
| Creatine measurement A laboratory test that measures the level of creatine in a blood sample. This test helps evaluate muscle health and function. |
346 | $5 | $50 |
| Albumin level test A blood test that measures the amount of albumin, a protein made by the liver, in your body. |
344 | $5 | $27 |
| Prolactin level test A blood test that measures the amount of prolactin, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates milk production, in the body. |
344 | $19 | $27 |
| 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. |
344 | $25 | $35 |
| Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level A blood test to measure the level of follicle stimulating hormone, a reproductive hormone. |
343 | $18 | $26 |
| Luteinizing hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of luteinizing hormone, a reproductive hormone. This test helps evaluate hormonal balance and reproductive function. |
343 | $18 | $25 |
| Testosterone level test A blood test to measure the amount of testosterone in your body. This test helps evaluate hormone levels. |
343 | $50 | $200 |
| Sex hormone binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of sex hormone binding globulin, a protein that binds to sex hormones in the bloodstream. |
341 | $21 | $30 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
332 | $4 | $4 |
| Acid phosphatase enzyme test A blood test that measures the total level of the acid phosphatase enzyme. This procedure quantifies the amount of this specific enzyme present in the sample. |
325 | $7 | $10 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 325 | $18 | $25 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
325 | $18 | $25 |
| Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow through the arteries and veins in the abdomen and pelvis. |
239 | $130 | $400 |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying A test that uses electronic monitoring to evaluate how well the bladder empties urine. |
223 | $9 | $100 |
| Assessment of muscle signal of pelvic nerves This procedure evaluates the electrical activity or signal of muscles innervated by the pelvic nerves. It is used to assess the functional status of these nerves and the muscles they control. |
222 | $251 | $350 |
| 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. |
169 | $78 | $350 |
| Non-needle muscle activity measurement of bladder and bowel openings This procedure measures and records the electrical activity of muscles at the bladder and bowel openings without using needles. |
154 | $29 | $221 |
| Complex urodynamic pressure flow study A test that measures the pressure of urine flow in the bladder during voiding to evaluate how well the bladder and urethra are functioning. |
153 | $336 | $500 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
149 | $116 | $400 |
| Ultrasound of scrotum An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the scrotum and its contents. It helps evaluate the testicles and surrounding structures. |
125 | $89 | $175 |
| Complete pelvic ultrasound An imaging test using sound waves to create pictures of the organs and structures within the pelvis. |
115 | $95 | $200 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
86 | $103 | $345 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 79 | $135 | $300 |
| Total estradiol level test A blood test that measures the total amount of estradiol, a form of estrogen, in the body. |
66 | $27 | $38 |
| Androstenedione hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of androstenedione, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands and ovaries or testes. |
65 | $29 | $40 |
| DHEA-S hormone level test A blood test that measures the level of dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S), a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. |
65 | $22 | $31 |
| Urethrotomy using endoscope A procedure to cut the urethra using an endoscope to widen the passage. |
57 | $494 | $763 |
| 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. |
55 | $135 | $200 |
| Iron level test | 43 | $7 | $18 |
| Magnesium level test A blood test to measure the amount of magnesium in your body. This helps check for magnesium deficiency or excess. |
43 | $7 | $17 |
| 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. |
43 | $5 | $27 |
| Total calcium level test A blood test that measures the total amount of calcium in your body. |
42 | $5 | $24 |
| Blood creatinine level test A blood test that measures the amount of creatinine, a waste product from muscle wear and tear, to help assess kidney function. |
42 | $5 | $30 |
| 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. |
42 | $9 | $20 |
| 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. |
42 | $40 | $57 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
41 | $15 | $21 |
| Ferritin level test (iron stores) A blood test that measures the level of ferritin, a protein that stores iron in the body. |
41 | $13 | $19 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
41 | $14 | $20 |
| HDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol in your blood. HDL is often referred to as 'good' cholesterol. |
41 | $8 | $25 |
| Triglyceride level test A blood test that measures the amount of triglycerides, a type of fat, in your blood. |
40 | $6 | $22 |
| High-sensitivity C-reactive protein test A blood test that measures high-sensitivity C-reactive protein to detect infection or inflammation. |
40 | $13 | $48 |
| LDL cholesterol level test A blood test that measures the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. LDL is often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. |
37 | $11 | $28 |
| 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. |
36 | $16 | $60 |
| Homocysteine level test A blood test that measures the amount of homocysteine, an amino acid, in the body. |
36 | $18 | $63 |
| Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) test A blood test that measures the level of thyroid stimulating hormone to evaluate thyroid function. |
36 | $16 | $23 |
| Microsomal antibody test A blood test that measures the level of microsomal antibodies, which are autoantibodies produced by the immune system. |
36 | $14 | $20 |
| Calcitonin (hormone) level | 35 | $26 | $100 |
| Thyroglobulin level test A blood test that measures the level of thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
35 | $16 | $44 |
| Free thyroxine (T4) test A blood test that measures the level of free thyroxine, a thyroid hormone, in the bloodstream. |
35 | $9 | $12 |
| Thyroxine binding globulin level test A blood test that measures the level of thyroxine binding globulin, a protein related to thyroid function. |
35 | $14 | $62 |
| Free T3 thyroid hormone test A blood test that measures the level of free triiodothyronine (T3) hormone in your body. This helps assess how well your thyroid gland is functioning. |
35 | $16 | $23 |
| Thyroglobulin antibody blood test A blood test that measures the level of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland. |
35 | $15 | $22 |
| Urethral dilation using endoscope A procedure to widen the urethra using a thin, lighted tube called an endoscope. This helps to open a narrowed urethral passage. |
30 | $296 | $950 |
| 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. |
27 | $17 | $24 |
| 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. |
23 | $105 | $375 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
20 | $218 | $500 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
20 | $53 | $240 |
| Female urethral incision using endoscope A procedure where a doctor makes an incision in the urethra using an endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to view the inside of the urethra. |
19 | $393 | $550 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
16 | $29 | $125 |
| 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. |
16 | $32 | $50 |
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 ↗$5,033
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $719/year across 7 years
Top 31% in NY for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
31
Companies
129
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
$2,355 (46.8%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$1,630 (32.4%)
Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$1,049 (20.8%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$1,192
2023
$1,218
2022
$581
2021
$284
2020
$508
2019
$949
2018
$302
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$831
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$68
ABBVIE INC.
$53
Olympus America Inc.
$51
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$41
PFIZER INC.
$25
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$24
Medtronic, Inc.
$23
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$22
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$20
Axonics, Inc.
$17
Tolmar, Inc.
$17
Top 3 companies account for 79.9% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$984
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$732
Allergan Inc.
$592
TerSera Therapeutics LLC
$542
Cepheid
$407
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$256
Cook Incorporated
$250
ABBVIE INC.
$178
Rochester Medical Corporation
$105
COMSORT, Inc
$100
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$94
Allergan, Inc.
$84
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$80
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$76
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$66
ROCHESTER MEDICAL CORPORATION
$57
Olympus America Inc.
$51
PFIZER INC.
$45
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$45
C. R. BARD, INC. & SUBSIDIARIES
$44
Acerus Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$32
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$28
Teleflex LLC
$25
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$24
Boston Scientific Corporation
$24
Medtronic, Inc.
$23
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$22
180 Medical, Inc.
$20
Axonics, Inc.
$17
Tolmar, Inc.
$17
COLOPLAST CORP
$15
Top 3 companies account for 45.8% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ANKTIVA · Axumin · BOTOX · BOTOX - UROLOGY · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · Bulkamid · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Erleada · GEMTESA · GENEXPERT · GENTLECATH · INTERSTIM · KEYTRUDA · LUPRON DEPOT · MAGIC3 · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · Natesto · Noctiva · PROLARIS · PROVENGE · PYLARIFY · Prolaris · SpeediCath · TOVIAZ · Trelstar · UROLIFT · XTANDI · iTIND System · rezum Generator
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 (47%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
722
Per 100K population
44.4
County median income
$104,553
Nearest hospital
BELLEVUE HOSPITAL 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. Salant is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 9% in NY), with mixed engagement industry engagement, 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. Salant experienced with manual urinalysis with microscopic examination?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Salant performed 1,130 manual urinalysis with microscopic examination 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. Salant receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Salant received a total of $5,033 from 31 companies across 129 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. Salant's costs compare to other urology physicians in New York?
Dr. Salant's average Medicare payment per service is $43. 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. Salant) 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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