Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Christopher Sherman, MD

Radiation Oncology · Greenville, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Low-engagement
4215 JOE RAMSEY BLVD E, Greenville, TX 75401
9034085000
In practice since 2007 (19 years)
NPI: 1689719338 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. Sherman 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. Sherman

Dr. Christopher Sherman is a radiation oncology in Greenville, TX, with 19 years in practice. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sherman performed 5,174 Medicare services across 4,960 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sherman received a total of $54 from 3 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 3 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. 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. This is not a quality rating. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.

✓ 19 years in practice▲ Top 17% volume in TX$ $54 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
5,174
Medicare services
Top 17% in TX for radiation oncology
4,960
Unique beneficiaries
$27
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~272 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.

ProcedureVolumeAvg. paidAvg. submitted
Screening mammography998$35$111
3D screening mammography (tomosynthesis)993$28$87
Chest X-ray, 1 view468$7$28
Bone density scan (DEXA)383$9$31
Chest X-ray, 2 views246$8$35
Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066)165$22$87
CT scan of head/brain, without contrast139$30$131
Diagnostic mammography of both breasts118$36$150
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast106$66$273
Ct scan of chest with contrast77$42$171
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast77$62$266
Diagnostic mammography of 1 breast61$29$108
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view55$7$40
Mri scan of brain without contrast53$53$233
Foot X-ray, 3+ views52$6$24
Limited ultrasound scan of 1 breast49$24$97
Complete ultrasound scan of 1 breast48$26$60
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast47$36$143
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views47$8$32
Drainage of fluid from abdominal cavity using imaging guidance46$72$309
CT scan of chest, without contrast45$38$164
Aspiration of fluid from chest cavity using imaging guidance42$82$321
Imaging for evaluation of swallowing function42$20$81
Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen42$21$92
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers42$16$74
Nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with ct scan40$87$350
Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views34$7$27
Single contrast x-ray of esophagus33$22$90
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views31$6$27
Nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body29$30$126
Knee X-ray, 3 views28$7$27
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast27$64$247
Limited ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity27$20$87
X-ray of foot, 2 views26$6$22
Ct scan of heart with evaluation of blood vessel calcium25$21$87
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast24$54$242
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers24$25$105
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views23$6$24
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views21$8$40
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast20$36$400
Ct scan of leg without contrast20$34$140
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement20$23$90
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow20$29$141
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect19$58$228
Nuclear medicine study of lung ventilation and circulation19$38$149
Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts19$29$109
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast18$61$262
Biopsy of breast and placement of locating device using ultrasound, first growth17$86$452
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis before and after contrast16$74$446
Single contrast x-ray of small intestine16$30$113
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views15$6$25
X-ray of lower leg, 2 views15$6$23
Ultrasound scan of organ tissue for measuring elasticity15$22$84
Nuclear medicine study of liver and bile duct system15$27$110
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views14$6$25
Imaging of urinary tract following injection of a contrast agent14$18$77
X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views13$6$24
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views13$7$26
Ct scan of pelvis without contrast12$40$155
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast11$67$250
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 2024 ↗
$54
Total received (2020-2024)
Avg $18/year across 3 years
Bottom 24% in TX for radiation oncology
3
Companies
3
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
$54 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$20
2023
$13
2020
$20

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
ABIOMED
$20
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$20
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$13
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Impella · Mammomat Revelation · PROVENGE
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.

Equivalent to $1 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Radiation Oncologys within 10 mi
2
Per 100K population
1.9
County median income
$70,112
Nearest hospital
HUNT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
0.0 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPESWeekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOSMonthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util.Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open PaymentsCY 2024
Disciplinary History— Not publicN/A

This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This measures how much public data is available about a provider — not how good they are. How we calculate this →

Summary

Dr. Sherman is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 17% in TX), and low-engagement industry engagement, with 19 years of practice experience.

This summary is auto-generated from federal data. It describes data availability and patterns — not clinical quality. Read our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Sherman experienced with screening mammography?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sherman performed 998 screening mammography 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 $54 from 3 companies across 3 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 radiation oncologys in Greenville?
Dr. Sherman's average Medicare payment per service is $27. 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 →
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. The Transparency Score measures 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 →