Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Alexander Sokol, M.D.
Optician · Staten Island, NY
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Low-engagement
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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This page presents federal public records about Dr. Sokol 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. Sokol
Dr. Alexander Sokol is an optician specialist in Staten Island, NY, with 17 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sokol performed 6,714 Medicare services across 3,871 unique beneficiaries.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sokol received a total of $4,966 from 37 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 197 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. Sokol 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 10% volume in NY
$4,966 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary
Medicare Utilization ↗6,714
Medicare services
Top 10% in NY for optician
3,871
Unique beneficiaries
$56
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~395 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
1,426 | $10 | $15 |
| 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. |
1,357 | $113 | $153 |
| Urinalysis, manual A manual laboratory examination of a urine sample to check for various substances and cells. |
1,332 | $3 | $4 |
| 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. |
467 | $48 | $69 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
311 | $8 | $9 |
| 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. |
268 | $44 | $61 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
265 | $102 | $134 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
183 | $129 | $246 |
| 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. |
150 | $139 | $210 |
| 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. |
132 | $258 | $329 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
122 | $0 | $1 |
| 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. |
121 | $135 | $203 |
| Drug injection, under skin or into muscle A procedure involving the administration of a medication or substance via injection into the subcutaneous tissue or muscle. |
107 | $13 | $17 |
| 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. |
82 | $84 | $110 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
66 | $236 | $295 |
| Injection, garamycin, gentamicin, up to 80 mg | 66 | $2 | $3 |
| Bladder irrigation and/or instillation This procedure involves flushing the bladder with fluid to clear it or introducing medication directly into the bladder. |
30 | $44 | $104 |
| Comprehensive metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of chemicals, including glucose, electrolytes, and kidney and liver function markers. |
23 | $10 | $11 |
| Vitamin D level test A blood test to measure the amount of Vitamin D-3 in your body. |
22 | $29 | $30 |
| Vitamin B-12 level test A blood test that measures the amount of vitamin B-12 in your body. |
22 | $15 | $15 |
| Folic acid level test A blood test that measures the amount of folic acid in the serum. |
22 | $14 | $15 |
| Simple measurement of urine flow pressure in bladder A test that measures the pressure of urine flow within the bladder. This procedure assesses bladder function by recording pressure changes during urination. |
20 | $204 | $293 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
19 | $18 | $18 |
| Normal saline infusion, 500 ml Administration of sterile normal saline solution through an intravenous line. This procedure involves the infusion of a 500 ml unit of the solution. |
18 | $1 | $2 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
17 | $56 | $95 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
16 | $225 | $326 |
| 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. |
13 | $358 | $446 |
| 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. |
13 | $31 | $77 |
| Abdominal device insertion with pressure and urine flow study A procedure involving the placement of a device into the abdomen, accompanied by a study to measure pressure and urine flow rate. |
13 | $189 | $236 |
| 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. |
11 | $90 | $153 |
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
40.7% medium
59.0% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$4,966
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $709/year across 7 years
Top 23% in NY for optician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
37
Companies
197
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
$4,692 (94.5%)
Speaking / Promotional
Speaker programs, honoraria, and industry-sponsored educational events
$273 (5.5%)
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$399
2023
$839
2022
$750
2021
$328
2020
$744
2019
$1,265
2018
$641
Payments by company (2024)
Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$102
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$74
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$65
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$50
Axonics, Inc.
$31
DENTSPLY IH AB
$24
Hollister Incorporated
$19
ABC Home Medical Supply, Inc.
$19
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$15
Top 3 companies account for 60.3% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$962
Boston Scientific Corporation
$559
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$414
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$392
Hollister Incorporated
$246
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$229
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$229
Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc.
$218
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$197
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$154
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$152
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.
$146
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$143
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$134
Allergan Inc.
$83
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$80
Rochester Medical Corporation
$66
Axonics, Inc.
$53
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$50
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$49
C. R. BARD, INC. & SUBSIDIARIES
$48
DENTSPLY IH Inc.
$47
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$46
Teleflex LLC
$28
Egalet US Inc
$27
DENTSPLY IH AB
$24
Palette Life Sciences, Inc.
$22
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.
$21
C. R. Bard, Inc. & Subsidiaries
$20
ABC Home Medical Supply, Inc.
$19
Zyla Life Sciences, Inc.
$18
EDAP TECHNOMED INC
$18
NeoTract Inc.
$18
ROCHESTER MEDICAL CORPORATION
$14
C. R. BARD FOUNDATION, INC.
$14
Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$13
Metuchen Pharmaceuticals
$11
Top 3 companies account for 39.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
AMS · AVEED · Axonics · Axonics r-SNM System · BOTOX · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · EDEX · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Erleada · GEMTESA · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL - BPH · GENERAL BPH · Glydo · LOFRIC · LoFric · MAGIC3 · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · NOCDURNA · Noctiva · Nubeqa · ONLI · OPDIVO · ORGOVYX · Onli · PYLARIFY · Rezum Generator · SPRIX · Stendra · TESTOPEL · TLANDO · UROLIFT · UroLift · VAPRO · VaPro · VaPro Pocket · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · XYOSTED · Xofigo · Xtandi · ZYTIGA · 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 (94%) are for meals and travel — low-value interactions that are common across virtually all practicing physicians.
Geographic Context
Opticians within 10 mi
12,677
Per 100K population
2572.8
County median income
$98,290
Nearest hospital
STATEN ISLAND UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
3.1 mi
3.1 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. Sokol is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 10% in NY), 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. Sokol experienced with bladder ultrasound after voiding?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sokol performed 1,426 bladder ultrasound after voiding 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. Sokol receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sokol received a total of $4,966 from 37 companies across 197 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. Sokol's costs compare to other opticians in Staten Island?
Dr. Sokol's average Medicare payment per service is $56. 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. Sokol) 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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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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