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Dr. Scott Sherman, MD
Optician · Roslyn, 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
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What this data tells you about Dr. Sherman
Dr. Scott Sherman is an optician specialist in Roslyn, NY, with 20 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sherman performed 56,436 Medicare services across 5,469 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sherman received a total of $248 from 7 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 11 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in optician. 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. Sherman 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 1% volume in NY
$248 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗56,436
Medicare services
Top 1% in NY for optician
5,469
Unique beneficiaries
$19
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~2,822 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. |
51,110 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
875 | $29 | $117 |
| CT scan of chest, without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest area that uses X-rays to create detailed images without the use of contrast dye. |
699 | $122 | $485 |
| Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries | 298 | $410 | $1,114 |
| CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast A CT scan that uses dye to create detailed images of the abdomen and pelvis. This imaging test helps doctors examine internal organs and structures in these areas. |
270 | $294 | $1,135 |
| Nuclear medicine scan from skull base to mid-thigh with CT A nuclear medicine imaging study covering the area from the base of the skull to the middle of the thighs, performed alongside a CT scan. |
221 | $1,499 | $8,503 |
| 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. |
189 | $171 | $680 |
| Lung ventilation and perfusion scan A nuclear medicine test that uses radioactive tracers to evaluate both air flow (ventilation) and blood flow (perfusion) in the lungs. |
177 | $44 | $691 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck blood flow, bilateral An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to visualize and assess blood flow in the vessels of both the head and the neck. |
170 | $175 | $689 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen A diagnostic imaging test that uses sound waves to create detailed pictures of the organs and structures within the abdomen. |
153 | $103 | $414 |
| Nuclear stress test of heart muscle A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow to the heart muscle at rest and during stress using a special camera. |
146 | $66 | $1,043 |
| CT scan of chest with contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures. |
139 | $109 | $615 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
130 | $99 | $387 |
| 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. |
106 | $243 | $1,088 |
| Nuclear medicine liver and bile duct scan A nuclear medicine imaging test to evaluate the liver and bile duct system. |
105 | $31 | $518 |
| Whole body bone and joint nuclear medicine scan A nuclear medicine imaging test that uses a radioactive tracer to create pictures of the entire skeleton and joints. This scan helps evaluate bone health and detect abnormalities throughout the body. |
100 | $35 | $581 |
| 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. |
93 | $329 | $1,264 |
| Whole body nuclear medicine scan with CT A combined imaging procedure using nuclear medicine and CT scans to visualize the entire body. |
92 | $1,508 | $10,158 |
| 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. |
90 | $91 | $398 |
| Ultrasound of arm or leg veins An ultrasound exam of the veins in the arm or leg. The test uses sound waves to check blood flow and may include compression and other maneuvers. |
87 | $180 | $680 |
| Ultrasound scan of chest An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the structures inside the chest. |
73 | $25 | $336 |
| Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound A focused ultrasound exam of the area behind the abdominal cavity to evaluate specific structures. |
70 | $25 | $341 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
67 | $8 | $139 |
| Ultrasound of head and neck soft tissue This procedure uses sound waves to create images of the soft tissues in the head and neck area. It allows for the visualization of structures beneath the skin without using radiation. |
61 | $104 | $400 |
| 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. |
57 | $112 | $430 |
| Complete pelvic ultrasound An imaging test using sound waves to create pictures of the organs and structures within the pelvis. |
54 | $65 | $378 |
| Limited abdominal ultrasound A focused ultrasound examination of the abdomen to evaluate specific organs or areas. This procedure uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. |
50 | $75 | $312 |
| Nuclear medicine lung circulation study A nuclear medicine test that uses a small amount of radioactive material to create images of blood flow through the lungs. |
50 | $31 | $470 |
| Bone scan with multiple time points A nuclear medicine imaging test that captures images of the bones at various intervals to assess bone health and detect abnormalities. |
44 | $42 | $651 |
| 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. |
43 | $7 | $121 |
| 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. |
37 | $40 | $171 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create images of the arteries in one leg or any grafts present in that leg. |
33 | $21 | $358 |
| 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. |
31 | $46 | $146 |
| 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. |
30 | $35 | $125 |
| 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. |
26 | $38 | $124 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while an electrocardiogram is monitored under physician supervision. |
26 | $17 | $69 |
| Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with ECG A heart stress test performed using exercise or medication while monitoring the electrocardiogram, with physician review of the results. |
26 | $12 | $46 |
| CT scan of chest with and without contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest performed using both intravenous contrast dye and without it to provide detailed images of internal structures. |
22 | $154 | $724 |
| Nuclear medicine stomach emptying study A nuclear medicine test used to assess how quickly the stomach empties its contents. |
22 | $33 | $512 |
| 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. |
21 | $33 | $139 |
| 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. |
21 | $8 | $126 |
| 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. |
20 | $373 | $1,410 |
| Limited ultrasound of pelvis A focused ultrasound exam of the pelvic area to evaluate specific structures. This procedure provides images of the pelvis to assist in medical assessment. |
20 | $21 | $238 |
| Rib X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the ribs on one side of the body using two different angles. |
19 | $31 | $132 |
| Complete ultrasound scan of joint An ultrasound exam that uses sound waves to create detailed images of a joint. This procedure allows for the visualization of the joint's internal structures. |
19 | $48 | $163 |
| Ultrasound of leg arteries or grafts An imaging test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the blood vessels in the legs or any surgical grafts present. |
19 | $218 | $864 |
| X-ray of lower leg, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the lower leg using two different angles to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
18 | $7 | $116 |
| 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. |
17 | $8 | $123 |
| 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. |
17 | $85 | $361 |
| Low dose CT scan of chest for lung cancer screening A specialized CT scan of the chest using a lower radiation dose to screen for lung cancer. |
16 | $169 | $498 |
| 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. |
16 | $28 | $114 |
| Knee X-ray, 4 or more views An imaging test using X-rays to create multiple pictures of the knee joint from different angles. |
16 | $10 | $158 |
| Blood glucose level test A test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood. |
16 | $4 | $17 |
| X-ray of both hips, 3-4 views An X-ray imaging test that captures 3 to 4 views of both hip joints to visualize the bones and surrounding structures. |
15 | $42 | $194 |
| Complete ultrasound of abdomen and pelvis blood flow This procedure uses sound waves to create images of blood flow in the arteries and veins of the abdomen and pelvis. It evaluates the rate and direction of blood movement within these vessels. |
15 | $230 | $957 |
| 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. |
14 | $8 | $158 |
| Whole body nuclear medicine scan A diagnostic imaging test that uses a small amount of radioactive material to create pictures of the entire body. It helps doctors evaluate the structure and function of organs and tissues throughout the body. |
14 | $33 | $560 |
| 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. |
13 | $11 | $132 |
| 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. |
13 | $8 | $134 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 2 views An X-ray imaging test of the abdomen using two different angles to visualize internal structures. |
13 | $36 | $133 |
| X-ray of both hips, 2 views An X-ray imaging test that captures two views of both hip joints to evaluate bone structure and alignment. |
12 | $40 | $148 |
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
96.7% medium
3.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$248
Total received (2022-2024)
Avg $83/year across 3 years
Bottom 30% in NY for optician
7
Companies
11
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
$248 (100.0%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$170
2023
$42
2022
$36
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$75
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$48
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING, INC.
$31
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 91.1% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2022-2024) ›
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$75
Telix Pharmaceuticals
$60
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING, INC.
$31
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$24
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$21
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$20
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 67.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
DEFINITY · ILLUCCIX · LUTATHERA · POSLUMA · PYLARIFY · Xofigo
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
Opticians within 10 mi
16,372
Per 100K population
1179.4
County median income
$143,408
Nearest hospital
ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL - THE HEART 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. Sherman is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 1% in NY), with low-engagement industry engagement, 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. Sherman experienced with contrast dye for imaging (iodine-based)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sherman performed 51,110 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. Sherman receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sherman received a total of $248 from 7 companies across 11 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. Sherman's costs compare to other opticians in Roslyn?
Dr. Sherman's average Medicare payment per service is $19. 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. Sherman) 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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