Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Timothy Seipel, M.D.

Radiation Oncology · Houston, TX
Practice pattern: Mixed Practice— Diverse clinical practice across multiple procedure types
Consulting-driven
2727 W HOLCOMBE BLVD, Houston, TX 77025
7134420000
In practice since 2007 (19 years)
NPI: 1174666994 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. Seipel 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. Seipel

Dr. Timothy Seipel is a radiation oncology in Houston, TX, with 19 years in practice. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Seipel performed 4,568 Medicare services across 4,213 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Seipel received a total of $10,755 from 5 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 11 individual payments. These payments are legal, publicly disclosed under the federal Sunshine Act, and common in radiation oncology. The majority of payments are for consulting, which typically reflects recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.

The Data Coverage level for Dr. Seipel 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 19% volume in TX$ $10,755 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
4,568
Medicare services
Top 19% in TX for radiation oncology
4,213
Unique beneficiaries
$21
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · Not a quality rating · How to read this →
~240 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
Chest X-ray, 1 view1,556$7$139
CT scan of head/brain, without contrast586$31$504
Chest X-ray, 2 views358$8$162
Ct scan of upper spine without contrast185$36$625
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view180$7$139
Mri scan of brain without contrast165$55$862
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers106$17$418
Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast78$63$1,228
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast75$88$1,324
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast69$35$590
Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast68$64$1,021
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views68$6$121
Shoulder X-ray, 2+ views60$7$131
Hip X-ray, 2-3 views53$9$212
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast50$56$862
CT scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast49$65$1,337
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast45$66$1,278
Ct scan of middle spine without contrast40$35$619
Foot X-ray, 3+ views40$6$110
Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity39$28$469
Bone density scan (DEXA)38$10$185
Ct scan of face without contrast37$29$633
Limited ultrasound scan of abdomen36$22$382
Limited ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity35$21$341
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views31$7$124
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views30$7$132
Knee X-ray, 3 views27$7$121
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast26$57$862
X-ray of hand, minimum of 3 views26$6$112
Ct scan of blood vessels of chest with contrast24$69$1,316
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views24$6$101
Ultrasound of one side of head and neck blood flow24$19$271
CT scan of chest, without contrast23$42$633
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views22$6$111
Ultrasound of one leg arteries or artery grafts21$18$358
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views20$7$158
X-ray of upper arm, minimum of 2 views20$6$105
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow20$31$753
X-ray of forearm, 2 views19$6$105
X-ray of lower leg, 2 views19$6$104
X-ray of elbow, minimum of 3 views17$6$110
Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast16$44$705
X-ray of upper spine, 2-3 views16$9$158
Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast16$57$845
X-ray of ribs on side of body, minimum of 3 views14$10$133
Ct scan of chest with contrast13$40$705
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis before and after contrast13$77$1,411
Nuclear medicine study of liver and bile duct system13$28$526
X-ray of abdomen, 2 views12$8$175
3d radiographic procedure12$8$96
Nuclear medicine study of lung circulation12$28$477
Ct scan of pelvis without contrast11$38$632
Nuclear medicine study of bone and/or joint whole body11$32$600
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 2022 ↗
$10,755
Total received (2019-2022)
Avg $2,689/year across 4 years
Top 7% in TX for radiation oncology
5
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.

Consulting
Expert advisory fees, typically reflecting recognized clinical expertise
$10,250 (95.3%)
Meals & Travel
Food, beverages, travel, and lodging — typically low-value
$505 (4.7%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2022
$177
2021
$46
2020
$282
2019
$10,250

Payments by company (2022)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
UIH America, Inc.
$10,250
UIH Solutions LLC
$313
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
$91
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
$86
HeartFlow, Inc.
$15
Top 3 companies account for 99.1% of total payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(8974) Ambition 1 5T S · MAGNETOM Sola · uMR · uMR Omega
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 →

The majority of payments (95%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 7% for radiation oncology in TX.

Equivalent to $235 per 100 Medicare services performed
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Geographic Context

Radiation Oncologys within 10 mi
765
Per 100K population
16.1
County median income
$73,104
Nearest hospital
WOMANS HOSPITAL OF TEXAS,THE
1.8 mi

Data Sources

Provider Registry NPPESWeekly updates
Medicare Enrollment PECOSMonthly updates
Practice Data Medicare Util.Annual (CY lag)
Industry Payments Open PaymentsCY 2022
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. Seipel is a mixed practice specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 19% in TX), and high industry engagement (consulting-driven, top 7%), 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. Seipel experienced with chest x-ray, 1 view?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Seipel performed 1,556 chest x-ray, 1 view 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. Seipel receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Seipel received a total of $10,755 from 5 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. Seipel's costs compare to other radiation oncologys in Houston?
Dr. Seipel's average Medicare payment per service is $21. 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. Seipel) 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 →