Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Serena Mak, M.D.

Radiology - Diagnostic Neuroimaging · New York, NY
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice — Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
630 WEST 168TH STREET, MC28, New York, NY 10032
2123056912
In practice since 2009 (17 years)
NPI: 1114155934 verify on NPPES ↗
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. Mak 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. Mak

Dr. Serena Mak is a radiology - diagnostic neuroimaging specialist in New York, NY, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Mak performed 8,178 Medicare services across 1,508 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Mak received a total of $24 from 1 pharmaceutical and/or device company across 1 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiology - diagnostic neuroimaging. 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. Mak 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.

✓ 17 years in practice ▲ Top 43% volume in NY $24 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
8,178
Medicare services
Top 43% in NY for radiology - diagnostic neuroimaging
1,508
Unique beneficiaries
$7
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~481 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
MRI contrast dye injection (gadobutrol) 6,703 $0 $10
Bone density scan (DEXA)
A test that uses low-dose X-rays to measure bone mineral density in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps assess bone strength and risk of fractures.
255 $11 $70
CT scan of head/brain, without contrast
A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the head or brain without the use of contrast dye.
178 $33 $190
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.
147 $7 $50
MRI of brain with and without contrast
An MRI scan of the brain using contrast dye both before and after administration to provide detailed images of brain structures.
89 $290 $4,432
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.
76 $8 $50
Knee X-ray, 1-2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
65 $7 $40
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hip joint using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
49 $9 $50
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the lower back and sacral spine to visualize the bones and joints in this area.
46 $8 $60
Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views
An X-ray imaging test of the shoulder joint using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
45 $8 $50
CT scan of upper spine, without contrast
A CT scan uses X-rays to create detailed images of the upper spine. This procedure is performed without the use of contrast dye.
44 $41 $260
MRI of lower spine, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging scan of the lower spinal canal that does not use contrast dye to create detailed images of the spine.
39 $63 $365
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the upper spine using two to three different angles to visualize the bones and structures.
37 $9 $60
X-ray of entire middle and lower spine, 2-3 views
An X-ray imaging test that captures 2 to 3 views of the entire middle and lower spine to visualize the bones and structures in these areas.
28 $14 $80
Foot X-ray, 3+ views
An X-ray imaging test of the foot that captures at least three different views to evaluate the bones and joints.
25 $7 $40
X-ray of both hips, minimum of 5 views
An X-ray imaging test that captures at least five different views of both hip joints to evaluate bone structure and alignment.
23 $13 $80
Abdominal X-ray, 1 view
An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures.
23 $8 $50
CT scan of lower spine, without contrast
A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the lower spine using X-rays without the use of contrast dye.
22 $40 $240
X-ray of middle spine, 2 views
An X-ray imaging test that produces two views of the middle section of the spine to visualize the bones and joints.
21 $8 $60
Pelvis X-ray, 1-2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the pelvic area using one to two different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
21 $7 $50
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the thigh bone using at least two different angles to visualize the bone structure.
21 $8 $50
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the hand that captures at least three different angles to visualize the bones and joints.
20 $7 $40
MRI of upper spine without contrast
An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal that does not use contrast dye. This imaging test uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the spine.
18 $64 $368
Wrist X-ray, minimum 3 views
An imaging test using X-rays to capture at least three different angles of the wrist bones and joints.
18 $6 $50
CT scan of neck blood vessels with contrast
A computed tomography scan that uses dye to visualize the blood vessels in the neck. This imaging test helps examine the structure and flow within the neck's vascular system.
17 $73 $390
CT scan of head blood vessels with contrast
A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the blood vessels in the head.
16 $76 $410
MRI of head blood vessels without contrast
An MRI scan that creates detailed images of the blood vessels in the head without using contrast dye.
16 $52 $350
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 $55 $310
CT scan of face, without contrast
A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the facial structures. This procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye.
13 $34 $250
MRI of lower spine with and without contrast
An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal performed both before and after the administration of contrast dye to enhance image detail.
13 $92 $610
X-ray of upper arm, minimum of 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of the upper arm that captures at least two different views to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures.
13 $6 $50
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views
An X-ray imaging test of a finger using at least two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures.
13 $6 $40
Knee X-ray, 3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the knee joint that captures three different angles to evaluate the bones and surrounding structures.
13 $8 $50
MRI scan of brain, without contrast
A magnetic resonance imaging test of the brain that does not use contrast dye. This procedure creates detailed images of the brain's structure using magnetic fields and radio waves.
12 $180 $3,116
MRI of upper spine with and without contrast
An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal performed both before and after the administration of contrast dye to enhance image detail.
12 $90 $570
Ankle X-ray, minimum 3 views
An X-ray imaging test of the ankle that captures at least three different angles to evaluate the bones and joints.
12 $8 $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 2019 ↗
$24
Total received (2019-2019)
Bottom 20% in NY for radiology - diagnostic neuroimaging
1
Company
1
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
$24 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2019
$24

Payments by company (2019)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$24
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2019 payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Sequoia
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.

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Geographic Context

Radiology - diagnostic neuroimagings within 10 mi
13
Per 100K population
0.8
County median income
$104,553
Nearest hospital
NEW YORK STATE PSYCHIATRIC INSTITUTE
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 2019
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. Mak is a mixed practice specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with low-engagement industry engagement, with 17 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. Mak experienced with mri contrast dye injection (gadobutrol)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Mak performed 6,703 mri contrast dye injection (gadobutrol) 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. Mak receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Mak received a total of $24 from 1 company across 1 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. Mak's costs compare to other radiology - diagnostic neuroimagings in New York?
Dr. Mak's average Medicare payment per service is $7. 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. Mak) 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 →
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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Data Disclaimer — Data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS): National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), Open Payments program, Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, and Provider Enrollment & Certification data (PECOS). Published under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by CMS, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Data may contain errors as reported to CMS by providers and reporting entities. Payments from industry are legal and do not indicate wrongdoing. Medicare data reflects only patients aged 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. For corrections, contact CMS directly. This information does not constitute medical advice and should not be used as the sole basis for choosing a healthcare provider. Procedure descriptions use plain language and do not reference CPT® codes, which are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. Full methodology → · Report a data error → · Privacy policy →