Sandy Kuo, M.D.
NPI 1023438785 · Dermatology Physician · Long Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sandy Kuo, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Long Beach, CA (NPI 1023438785).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1023438785
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A138195 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,633 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,484 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 650 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 471 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 306 | $139 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 267 | $98 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Nystatin | 58 | 33 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 47 | 32 |
| Mupirocin | 42 | 25 |
| Hydrocortisone | 38 | 23 |
| Ketoconazole | 38 | 28 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 36 | 32 |
| Metronidazole | 27 | 21 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 21 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,520 across 108 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (3)
- 3828 Schaufele Ave Ste 300Long Beach, CA 90808-1793Phone: (562) 418-5251
- 3301 C StSuite 1300Sacramento, CA 95816-3300Phone: (916) 734-6371
- 3301 C StSuite 1300Sacramento, CA 95816-3300Phone: (916) 734-6371
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-04-21
- Last updated
- 2025-07-23
- Certified
- 2025-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sandy Kuo's NPI number?
- Sandy Kuo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023438785, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sandy Kuo's specialty?
- Sandy Kuo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sandy Kuo located?
- Sandy Kuo's practice location on file with NPPES is 2921 Palo Verde Ave # 102, Long Beach, CA 90815-1552.
- What is Sandy Kuo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sandy Kuo is (562) 999-3483.
- Does Sandy Kuo accept Medicare?
- Sandy Kuo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sandy Kuo's NPI active?
- Yes — Sandy Kuo's NPI (1023438785) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.