Medicare Enrolled

Dr. Hubert Vesselle, MD, PHD

Radiation Oncology · Seattle, WA
Practice pattern: Cardiac Imaging — Practice with significant diagnostic imaging and stress testing
Consulting-driven
1959 NE PACIFIC ST, Seattle, WA 98195
2065984240
In practice since 2006 (19 years)
NPI: 1578648390 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. Vesselle 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. Vesselle

Dr. Hubert Vesselle is a radiation oncology specialist in Seattle, WA, with 19 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Vesselle performed 1,178 Medicare services across 1,151 unique beneficiaries.

Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Vesselle received a total of $67,200 from 1 pharmaceutical and/or device company across 7 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. Vesselle 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.

✓ 19 years in practice ▲ 1,178 Medicare services $67,200 industry payments

Medicare Practice Summary

Medicare Utilization ↗
1,178
Medicare services
Bottom 27% in WA for radiation oncology
Lower Medicare volume may reflect subspecialty focus, hospital-based work, or a higher share of non-Medicare patients.
1,151
Unique beneficiaries
$33
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
~62 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
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.
 663 $10 $30
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.
 105 $92 $361
Whole body nuclear medicine scan with CT
A combined imaging procedure using nuclear medicine and CT scans to visualize the entire body.
 61 $94 $361
Bone density scan (DEXA) of forearm, finger, hand, or foot
A DEXA scan measures bone mineral density in the forearm, finger, hand, or foot. This test helps assess bone strength and risk of fracture.
 55 $10 $31
CT scan of chest with contrast
A computed tomography scan of the chest using a contrast dye to enhance the visibility of internal structures.
 53 $43 $177
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.
 53 $58 $243
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.
 49 $69 $279
Nuclear medicine scan, skull base to mid-thigh
A nuclear medicine imaging study that captures images from the base of the skull down to the middle of the thigh.
 35 $77 $287
Nuclear medicine heart scan with CT
A nuclear medicine test that evaluates heart muscle blood flow and metabolism using two injections, performed alongside a concurrent CT scan.
 29 $87 $324
Trabecular bone score interpretation
Analysis of bone texture to assess fracture risk. The provider interprets the trabecular bone score and generates a report on the patient's risk of fractures.
 25 $7 $33
Nuclear stress test with CT scan
A nuclear medicine imaging test that evaluates blood flow in the heart muscle at rest and during stress, performed alongside a concurrent CT scan.
 25 $66 $278
PET scan of heart muscle blood flow
A nuclear medicine imaging test that uses positron emission tomography (PET) to evaluate blood flow within the heart muscle.
 25 $22 $92
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 ↗
$67,200
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $9,600/year across 7 years
Top 3% in WA for radiation oncology
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
1
Company
7
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
$67,200 (100.0%)

Payment trend by year

Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.

2024
$9,600
2023
$9,600
2022
$10,400
2021
$8,800
2020
$9,600
2019
$9,600
2018
$9,600

Payments by company (2024)

Consulting
Speaking
Meals & Travel
Research
MIM Software Inc.
$9,600
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
MIM Software Inc.
$67,200
Top 3 companies account for 100.0% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
Contour Protege AI · Encore · Encore| MIM Cardiac · MIM Cardiac
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 (100%) are consulting fees, which typically reflect recognized clinical expertise sought by manufacturers. Total industry engagement is in the top 3% for radiation oncology in WA.

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Geographic Context

Radiation oncologists within 10 mi
543
Per 100K population
24.0
County median income
$122,148
Nearest hospital
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON MEDICAL CTR
0.0 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. Vesselle is a cardiac imaging specialist, with moderate Medicare volume, with consulting-driven industry engagement in the top 3% of WA peers, with 19 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. Vesselle experienced with bone density scan (dexa)?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Vesselle performed 663 bone density scan (dexa) 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. Vesselle receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Vesselle received a total of $67,200 from 1 company across 7 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. Vesselle's costs compare to other radiation oncologists in Seattle?
Dr. Vesselle's average Medicare payment per service is $33. 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. Vesselle) 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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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. 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.

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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 →