Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Mark Sutton, MD
Urology Physician · Houston, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
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What this data tells you about Dr. Sutton
Dr. Mark Sutton is an urology physician in Houston, TX, with 21 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Sutton performed 6,276 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Sutton received a total of $20,641 from 75 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 563 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. Sutton 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.
✓ 21 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 17% volume in TX
$20,641 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗6,276
Medicare services
Top 17% in TX for urology physician
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$41
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
1,088 | $8 | $12 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
1,022 | $47 | $65 |
| 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. |
904 | $2 | $2 |
| Leuprolide injectable, camcevi, 1 mg | 756 | $64 | $81 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
725 | $8 | $8 |
| 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. |
629 | $84 | $136 |
| 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. |
487 | $65 | $94 |
| 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. |
98 | $115 | $174 |
| Telephone medical discussion, 21-30 minutes A telephone conversation with a physician lasting between 21 and 30 minutes. This code covers the time spent discussing medical matters over the phone. |
81 | $92 | $129 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
67 | $61 | $260 |
| 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. |
59 | $10 | $15 |
| Online digital E/M service, established patient, 21+ minutes An online digital evaluation and management service for an established patient. This service requires a total time of 21 or more minutes over a period of up to 7 days. |
36 | $32 | $53 |
| Initial hospital admission, high complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving high-level medical decision making, with at least 75 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
32 | $143 | $181 |
| 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. |
31 | $44 | $58 |
| Bladder irrigation and/or instillation This procedure involves flushing the bladder with fluid to clear it or introducing medication directly into the bladder. |
30 | $56 | $85 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
26 | $75 | $124 |
| Insertion of temporary bladder tube | 25 | $34 | $47 |
| 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. |
23 | $26 | $36 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
22 | $56 | $77 |
| 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. |
21 | $545 | $1,779 |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying A test that uses electronic monitoring to evaluate how well the bladder empties urine. |
20 | $6 | $15 |
| 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. |
20 | $81 | $142 |
| 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. |
19 | $65 | $81 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
15 | $92 | $250 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
15 | $25 | $33 |
| Injection to cause erection A procedure involving an injection administered to induce an erection. |
13 | $63 | $93 |
| Shock wave crushing of kidney stones A procedure that uses shock waves to break kidney stones into smaller pieces so they can pass more easily from the body. |
12 | $437 | $767 |
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.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$20,641
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $2,949/year across 7 years
Top 11% in TX for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
75
Companies
563
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
$5,683
2023
$5,930
2022
$2,986
2021
$797
2020
$1,041
2019
$2,459
2018
$1,744
Payments by company (2024)
Edap Technomed Inc
$3,000
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$254
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$249
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$197
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$197
Boston Scientific Corporation
$184
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$167
ABBVIE INC.
$155
Axonics, Inc.
$151
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$151
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$108
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$95
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$90
Endo USA, Inc.
$74
Ambu Inc.
$71
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$68
Baxter Healthcare
$61
Checkpoint Surgical, Inc
$57
HealthTronics Stone Solutions, LLC
$49
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$40
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$38
Avanos Medical
$38
Medtronic, Inc.
$35
PFIZER INC.
$27
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$27
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$26
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$22
Cook Medical LLC
$21
Provepharm Inc.
$19
Amgen Inc.
$14
Top 3 companies account for 61.6% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
$3,287
Edap Technomed Inc
$3,000
Boston Scientific Corporation
$1,610
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$1,360
EDAP TECHNOMED INC
$1,238
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$744
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$727
PFIZER INC.
$630
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$514
Myriad Genetic Laboratories, Inc.
$509
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$507
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$418
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$374
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$366
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$363
ABBVIE INC.
$355
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$279
Myovant Sciences Inc.
$221
UROVANT SCIENCES INC
$213
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS INC.
$197
Medtronic, Inc.
$192
AbbVie Inc.
$184
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$177
Amgen Inc.
$168
Aytu BioScience, Inc
$159
Axonics, Inc.
$151
Avadel Specialty Pharmaceuticals, LLC
$150
NeoTract Inc.
$144
BIOTISSUE HOLDINGS, INC.
$138
Ambu Inc.
$124
Allergan, Inc.
$110
ConvaTec Inc.
$108
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$100
Smith+Nephew, Inc.
$97
PROGENICS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
$95
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$92
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$89
Janssen Products, LP
$85
Allergan Inc.
$84
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$82
AbbVie, Inc.
$78
Endo USA, Inc.
$74
Baxter Healthcare
$61
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$61
Checkpoint Surgical, Inc
$57
Tolmar, Inc.
$52
HealthTronics Stone Solutions, LLC
$49
UROGEN PHARMA, INC.
$48
ACCORD HEALTHCARE, INC.
$48
GENZYME CORPORATION
$46
Duchesnay USA Incorporated
$44
Retrophin, Inc.
$43
Verity Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$40
Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$38
ABC Home Medical Supply, Inc.
$38
Avanos Medical
$38
Acerus Pharmaceuticals Corporation
$29
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
$29
Teleflex LLC
$27
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC.
$27
Travere Therapeutics, Inc.
$26
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP
$24
NxThera, Inc.
$24
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
$24
Alafair Biosciences, Inc.
$22
Cook Medical LLC
$21
Provepharm Inc.
$19
DENTSPLY IH Inc.
$19
TherapeuticsMD, Inc.
$17
TOLMAR Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$17
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp.
$16
BioTissue Holdings, Inc.
$14
Mission Pharmacal Company
$13
Coloplast Corp
$12
Medtronic USA, Inc.
$11
Top 3 companies account for 38.3% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(815) Thiola · ADSTILADRIN · ALTIS · AMBICOR · AMS · AMS 700 · AMS 700 CXR RTE KIT · AMS 700 CXR RTE Kit · AQUABEAM ROBOTIC SYSTEM · AQUABEAM SYSTEM · AVEED · AdVance XP · Androgel · AquaBeam Robotic System · Axonics · Axumin · BIOSENTRY TRACT SEALANT SYSTEM · BLUDIGO · BOTOX · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · BRAC CDx · BRACANALYSIS CDX · CAMCEVI · COOK · Checkpoint Stimulators · DA VINCI SP · Da Vinci Surgical System · Dornier MedTech · ELIGARD · ERLEADA · Erleada · FIRMAGON · GEMTESA · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL - KIDNEY STONE DISEASE · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL KIDNEY STONE DISEASE · GENTLECATH · General - Kidney Stone Disease · General - Male SUI · IMVEXXY · INTERSTIM · INTRAROSA · JELMYTO · JEVTANA · LITHOVUE · LUPRON DEPOT · LYNPARZA · LoFric · Lupron Depot · MYRBETRIQ · Myrbetriq · NANOKNIFE · NEOX · NOCDURNA · Natesto · Noctiva · Nubeqa · ON-Q* PUMP AND ACCESSORIES · ORGOVYX · OTREXUP · Osphena · PERCLOT · POSLUMA · PROLARIS · PROVENGE · PYLARIFY · Prolia · REZUM · Rezum · Rezum Generator · SOLERO · STRAVIX PL · SpaceOAR VUE System - 10mL · TACTRA · TLANDO · TOVIAZ · Trelstar · UROLIFT · Uribel · UroLift · VESICARE · VersaWrap · XGEVA · XIAFLEX · XTANDI · XYOSTED · Xofigo · Xtandi · YONSA · ZYTIGA
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
Urology physicians in nearby ZIP areas
198
County median income
$73,104
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
MEMORIAL HERMANN - TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER
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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. Sutton is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 17% in TX), with 21 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. Sutton experienced with bladder ultrasound after voiding?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Sutton performed 1,088 bladder ultrasound after voiding 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. Sutton receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Sutton received a total of $20,641 from 75 companies across 563 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. Sutton's costs compare to other urology physicians in Houston?
Dr. Sutton's average Medicare payment per service is $41. 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. Sutton) 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 →
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