Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Scott Kahn, MD
Urology Physician · Poughkeepsie, 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. Kahn 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. Kahn
Dr. Scott Kahn is an urology physician in Poughkeepsie, NY, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Kahn performed 15,442 Medicare services across 3,905 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Kahn received a total of $3,941 from 54 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 186 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. Kahn 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 6% volume in NY
$3,941 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗15,442
Medicare services
Top 6% in NY for urology physician
3,905
Unique beneficiaries
$26
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~813 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Injection, degarelix, 1 mg | 4,240 | $3 | $10 |
| BCG treatment for bladder cancer | 2,775 | $2 | $7 |
| 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. |
1,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 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. |
1,305 | $2 | $6 |
| 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. |
1,304 | $100 | $337 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
457 | $8 | $11 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
451 | $9 | $75 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 363 | $18 | $46 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
307 | $18 | $46 |
| Leuprolide acetate (for depot suspension), 7.5 mg | 279 | $134 | $572 |
| 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. |
225 | $70 | $237 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
186 | $197 | $1,038 |
| 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. |
131 | $30 | $90 |
| 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. |
125 | $132 | $436 |
| Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube A procedure to place a temporary tube into the bladder. This allows for the drainage of urine from the bladder. |
101 | $54 | $281 |
| Urine culture, bacterial colony count A laboratory test that measures the number of bacteria growing in a urine sample to help identify infections. |
92 | $8 | $20 |
| Bladder instillation of anti-cancer drug A procedure where an anti-cancer medication is introduced directly into the bladder. This method delivers the treatment locally to the bladder tissue. |
82 | $75 | $260 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) A blood test that measures the level of prostate-specific antigen to screen for prostate cancer. |
78 | $19 | $127 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
76 | $90 | $298 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
74 | $8 | $21 |
| 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. |
51 | $8 | $19 |
| 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. |
47 | $68 | $186 |
| Bacterial culture, aerobic A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria capable of surviving in oxygen. The results help determine the presence of specific aerobic microorganisms. |
44 | $8 | $20 |
| Antibiotic sensitivity test A laboratory test that determines which antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals are effective against a specific microorganism using microdilution or agar dilution methods. |
43 | $8 | $22 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
40 | $18 | $79 |
| Imaging of urinary tract with contrast An imaging test of the urinary tract performed after a contrast agent is injected to enhance visibility of the structures. |
40 | $20 | $206 |
| Implantable tissue marker, each A small marker is implanted into tissue to serve as a reference point for future medical imaging or procedures. |
40 | $211 | $533 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, without contrast A computed tomography scan that creates detailed images of the abdominal and pelvic organs. The procedure is performed without the use of intravenous contrast dye. |
36 | $90 | $513 |
| Stool culture A laboratory test that grows and identifies bacteria or other microorganisms from a stool sample to detect infections. |
35 | $9 | $24 |
| 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. |
34 | $25 | $65 |
| Liver function blood test panel | 33 | $8 | $20 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 5-10 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 5 and 10 minutes to discuss medical matters. |
33 | $49 | $148 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 11-20 minutes A phone conversation with a physician lasting between 11 and 20 minutes. |
32 | $78 | $237 |
| Office visit for established patient An office visit for an existing patient that may not require the healthcare professional to be present. |
30 | $23 | $60 |
| COVID-19 amplified DNA/RNA probe detection A laboratory test that uses amplified DNA or RNA probes to detect the presence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19) antigen. |
27 | $50 | $128 |
| Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound A focused ultrasound exam of the area behind the abdominal cavity to evaluate specific structures. |
24 | $46 | $153 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
24 | $42 | $99 |
| Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg | 23 | $2 | $5 |
| 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. |
22 | $21 | $54 |
| Ureteral stent insertion via endoscope A flexible tube is inserted into the ureter using an endoscope to keep the passage open and allow urine to flow from the kidney to the bladder. |
21 | $101 | $1,417 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
20 | $10 | $26 |
| 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. |
20 | $73 | $256 |
| Bladder/urethra growth removal via endoscope, 0.5-2.0 cm This procedure uses an endoscope to destroy or remove a growth from the bladder or urethra that measures between 0.5 and 2.0 centimeters. |
19 | $197 | $688 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
19 | $99 | $301 |
| 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. |
19 | $113 | $344 |
| Ureteral stone crushing with stent insertion An endoscope is used to break up a stone in the ureter, followed by the placement of a stent to keep the ureter open. |
16 | $358 | $1,739 |
| Laser vaporization of prostate A procedure that uses a laser to remove excess prostate tissue through an endoscope. The process includes controlling any bleeding that occurs during the treatment. |
16 | $597 | $5,161 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
16 | $180 | $1,089 |
| Injection of biodegradable material next to prostate A procedure involving the injection of a biodegradable substance into the tissue surrounding the prostate gland. |
14 | $2,613 | $8,655 |
| Prostate radiation therapy device placement A device is placed in the prostate to facilitate radiation therapy. This procedure involves positioning the device to aid in the delivery of radiation treatment. |
14 | $67 | $398 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis using contrast dye before and after administration to visualize internal structures. |
14 | $228 | $987 |
| 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. |
14 | $84 | $277 |
| Endoscopic removal of foreign body, stone, or stent from urethra or bladder A procedure to remove a foreign object, stone, or stent from the urethra or bladder using an endoscope. The endoscope is a thin tube with a camera inserted into the urinary tract to locate and extract the item. |
11 | $288 | $904 |
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.
0.3% high complexity
45.4% medium
54.3% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$3,941
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $563/year across 7 years
Top 37% in NY for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
54
Companies
186
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
$3,597 (91.3%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$344 (8.7%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$590
2023
$488
2022
$798
2021
$234
2020
$228
2019
$890
2018
$713
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Tolmar, Inc.
$125
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$52
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$44
ABBVIE INC.
$43
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$42
PFIZER INC.
$39
Teleflex LLC
$38
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$32
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$25
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$24
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$21
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$21
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$19
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$18
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$17
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$15
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 37.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$517
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$444
PFIZER INC.
$208
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$171
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$158
Boston Scientific Corporation
$148
Tolmar, Inc.
$145
Cook Medical LLC
$144
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$124
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$104
Allergan Inc.
$95
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$87
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$86
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$83
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.
$73
AbbVie, Inc.
$70
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation
$68
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.
$67
NeoTract Inc.
$64
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$61
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$58
Teleflex LLC
$56
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$56
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$48
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$44
180 Medical, Inc.
$44
ABBVIE INC.
$43
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$42
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$40
Amgen Inc.
$39
Covidien LP
$38
KARL STORZ Endoscopy-America
$36
Coloplast Corp
$36
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$36
COLOPLAST CORP
$32
AbbVie Inc.
$30
MAYNE PHARMA COMMERCIAL LLC
$27
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$25
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$24
Accord Healthcare, Inc.
$24
ROCHESTER MEDICAL CORPORATION
$23
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$21
IMMUNITYBIO, INC.
$21
Hollister Incorporated
$20
Allergan, Inc.
$19
Medtronic, Inc.
$18
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$17
Palette Life Sciences, Inc.
$17
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$16
Foundation Medicine, Inc.
$16
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$15
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$14
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$13
Top 3 companies account for 29.7% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
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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 (91%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Urology physicians within 10 mi
24
Per 100K population
8.1
County median income
$97,273
Nearest hospital
VASSAR BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER
3.2 mi
3.2 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. Kahn is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 6% in NY), with low-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. Kahn experienced with injection, degarelix, 1 mg?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Kahn performed 4,240 injection, degarelix, 1 mg 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. Kahn receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Kahn received a total of $3,941 from 54 companies across 186 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. Kahn's costs compare to other urology physicians in Poughkeepsie?
Dr. Kahn's average Medicare payment per service is $26. 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. Kahn) 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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