Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Ricky Tong, M.D., PH.D.
Radiation Oncology · Wynnewood, PA
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice
— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
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. Tong 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 →
Are you Dr. Tong?
Request a correction or review of any data shown here. Provider portal →
What this data tells you about Dr. Tong
Dr. Ricky Tong is a radiation oncology specialist in Wynnewood, PA, with 16 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Tong performed 3,844 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Tong received a total of $11,601 from 26 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 87 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Tong 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.
✓ 16 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 28% volume in PA
$11,601 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗3,844
Medicare services
Top 28% in PA for radiation oncology
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$59
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
1,440 | $10 | $44 |
| 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. |
366 | $7 | $41 |
| 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. |
202 | $67 | $389 |
| CT scan of heart for calcium evaluation A CT scan of the heart used to evaluate calcium levels in the blood vessels. |
163 | $19 | $123 |
| 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. |
127 | $84 | $469 |
| 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. |
113 | $8 | $49 |
| 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. |
89 | $70 | $391 |
| CT scan of heart with contrast A computed tomography scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's structure. |
86 | $64 | $369 |
| 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. |
85 | $1,340 | $6,000 |
| Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries | 83 | $79 | $250 |
| 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. |
71 | $31 | $182 |
| CT scan of heart blood vessels and grafts with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the heart's blood vessels and any surgical grafts. |
68 | $88 | $504 |
| Ultrasound guidance for blood vessel access Use of ultrasound imaging to help locate and access a blood vessel. This guidance assists healthcare providers in performing procedures such as inserting IV lines or drawing blood. |
50 | $12 | $62 |
| 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. |
46 | $9 | $49 |
| 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. |
43 | $40 | $220 |
| Fluoroscopic guidance for central vein access device Use of live X-ray imaging to guide the placement or removal of a central vein access device. |
43 | $15 | $82 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
41 | $24 | $143 |
| Abdominal X-ray, 1 view An X-ray image of the abdomen taken from a single angle to visualize internal structures. |
39 | $7 | $41 |
| Swallowing function imaging Imaging used to evaluate how well a person can swallow. This procedure visualizes the swallowing process to assess function. |
38 | $21 | $115 |
| 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. |
32 | $68 | $373 |
| 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. |
29 | $38 | $230 |
| 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. |
29 | $7 | $41 |
| Knee X-ray, 4 or more views An imaging test using X-rays to create multiple pictures of the knee joint from different angles. |
27 | $9 | $49 |
| CT coronary angiography data analysis Review of CT scan data to assess the severity of heart artery disease and examine anatomical details. |
26 | $38 | $50 |
| Chest fluid drainage with tube insertion using imaging guidance This procedure removes fluid from the chest cavity and places a tube to stay in place for ongoing drainage. Imaging guidance is used to help position the tube accurately. |
25 | $119 | $697 |
| CT scan of chest with contrast A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures. |
25 | $44 | $268 |
| CT scan of abdominal aorta and leg arteries with contrast A CT scan that uses contrast dye to create detailed images of the abdominal aorta and the arteries in both legs. |
25 | $92 | $509 |
| Radiologist review of additional artery image A radiologist reviews an additional image of an artery. This step involves professional interpretation of the imaging data. |
25 | $38 | $76 |
| Sedation by physician, initial 15 minutes Administration of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by the physician performing a procedure. This code covers the initial 15 minutes of sedation for patients aged 5 years or older. |
25 | $10 | $224 |
| Kidney drainage tube replacement with imaging guidance A radiologist replaces a kidney drainage tube while using imaging guidance to ensure proper placement and reviews the procedure. |
24 | $78 | $518 |
| Radiologist review of CT-guided needle placement A radiologist reviews the CT imaging used to guide the placement of a needle. |
24 | $53 | $245 |
| Central venous port insertion A surgical procedure to place a small reservoir under the skin for long-term access to the bloodstream. The device is connected to a vein to allow for repeated medication administration or blood draws. |
23 | $267 | $1,575 |
| Liver needle biopsy through skin A procedure in which a needle is inserted through the skin to remove a small sample of liver tissue for examination. |
22 | $66 | $451 |
| 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. |
22 | $62 | $336 |
| X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views An X-ray imaging test of the lower back and sacrum using at least four different angles to visualize the bones and joints. |
21 | $9 | $68 |
| 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. |
20 | $8 | $49 |
| 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. |
20 | $7 | $37 |
| 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. |
20 | $7 | $37 |
| Radiologist review of abdominal artery image A radiologist reviews images of the arteries in the abdomen to assess their structure and function. |
20 | $78 | $238 |
| 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. |
18 | $22 | $127 |
| 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. |
17 | $6 | $38 |
| 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. |
17 | $6 | $41 |
| Insertion of tunneled central venous catheter for infusion, age 5+ A surgical procedure to place a long-term catheter into a large vein for delivering medications or fluids. The catheter is tunneled under the skin to reduce infection risk and provide stable access for patients aged 5 and older. |
16 | $214 | $1,219 |
| 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. |
16 | $7 | $38 |
| 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. |
16 | $32 | $182 |
| 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. |
14 | $7 | $38 |
| Esophagram with single contrast An X-ray of the esophagus using a single type of contrast material to visualize the structure and function of the upper digestive tract. |
14 | $24 | $100 |
| 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. |
14 | $16 | $97 |
| Arterial catheter insertion, initial third order branch Insertion of a tube into an abdominal, pelvic, or leg artery, specifically targeting the initial third order branch. |
13 | $196 | $1,420 |
| Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, first lesion A biopsy procedure where a thin needle is used to collect tissue samples from a growth, guided by ultrasound imaging. This code applies to the first lesion or mass sampled during the session. |
12 | $56 | $321 |
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. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
1.4% high complexity
33.9% medium
64.7% routine
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$11,601
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $1,657/year across 7 years
Top 7% in PA for radiation oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
26
Companies
87
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$2,534
2023
$381
2022
$436
2021
$172
2020
$332
2019
$425
2018
$7,321
Payments by company (2024)
Terumo Medical Corporation
$1,802
Boston Scientific Corporation
$235
Sirtex Medical Inc
$188
Penumbra, Inc.
$86
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$66
ImmunoGen, Inc.
$30
Medtronic, Inc.
$25
Galvanize Therapeutics, Inc
$24
Eisai Inc.
$23
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc
$20
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$18
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$17
Top 3 companies account for 87.8% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Biocompatibles, Inc.
$7,225
Terumo Medical Corporation
$2,076
Boston Scientific Corporation
$608
Inari Medical, Inc.
$310
Penumbra, Inc.
$246
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$213
Sirtex Medical Inc
$207
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$102
Stryker Corporation
$96
Medtronic, Inc.
$64
ARGON MEDICAL DEVICES, INC.
$52
Genentech USA, Inc.
$46
Eisai Inc.
$44
GENZYME CORPORATION
$35
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$33
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$30
ImmunoGen, Inc.
$30
Galvanize Therapeutics, Inc
$24
MicroVention, Inc.
$23
Becton, Dickinson and Company
$23
Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd.
$22
Chiesi USA, Inc.
$21
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc
$20
Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc.
$18
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$17
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 85.4% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
ALIYA SYSTEM · ANGIO-SEAL · AZUR CX DETACHABLE · AngioJet Ultra 5000A · Artis pheno · Azur CX Detachable · CALQUENCE · CONCERTOTM · ELAHERE · ELUVIA · EMBOLD Fibered · ENHERTU · ENJAYMO · EkoSonic · FLOWTRIEVER CATHETER · FlowTriever · GLIDESHEATH SLENDER · General - Embolics · HYDROPEARL · IMFINZI · INNOVA · IVS - VERTEBRAL AUGMENTATION PRODUCTS · Indigo System · KENGREAL · KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty · LYNPARZA · Lenvima · MVP · NAVICROSS · NURTEC ODT · OPTION · OSTEOCOOL RF ABLATION SYSTEM · Onivyde · RUBY Coil · S · SIR-Spheres Microspheres · SOFIA · SpyGlass · SpyGlass Discover · THERASPHERE - BIO · THERASPHERE-BIO · Tecentriq · TheraSphere Administration Set · Venclexta · Venovo · XARELTO
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. 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 →
Geographic Context
Radiation oncologists in nearby ZIP areas
967
County median income
$111,521
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
MAIN LINE HOSPITAL LANKENAU
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | 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. Tong is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 28% in PA), with 16 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. Tong experienced with bone density scan (dexa)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Tong performed 1,440 bone density scan (dexa) services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Tong receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Tong received a total of $11,601 from 26 companies across 87 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. 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. Tong's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Wynnewood?
Dr. Tong's average Medicare payment per service is $59. 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. Tong) 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 the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. 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?
Source publication dates and the snapshots loaded on this site can differ. Rebuilding a page does not refresh its source records. Check the Medicare reporting year and the payment interval shown above; consult the linked official sources for newer releases and current registry details. See our data freshness policy →
Explore related providers
Same specialty & city
Radiation Oncologists in Wynnewood
Browse radiation oncologists in Wynnewood ranked by procedure volume and transparency data.
Highest volume
Top Radiation Oncologists in PA
Radiation oncologists ranked by total Medicare services performed statewide.
Industry payments
Pharma Payments to Radiation Oncologists in PA
Which PA radiation oncologists receive the most from drug and device companies.
By company
Biocompatibles, Inc. Payments to Doctors
See all physicians who received payments from Biocompatibles, Inc.
By company
Terumo Medical Corporation Payments to Doctors
See all physicians who received payments from Terumo Medical Corporation.
By company
Boston Scientific Corporation Payments to Doctors
See all physicians who received payments from Boston Scientific Corporation.
About this page
This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: 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.
Provider corrections: Provider portal · Privacy questions: Privacy Policy · Terms: Terms of Use · Methodology: Methodology