Sartaj Sandhu, M.D.
NPI 1073861654 · Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Chico, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sartaj Sandhu, M.D. is a Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Chico, CA (NPI 1073861654).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073861654
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A145527 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,040 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 773 | $129 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 450 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 165 | $92 |
| Face-To-Face Behavioral Counseling for Obesity, 15 MinutesG0447 | 107 | $25 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 80 | $33 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 69 | $15 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 140 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 873 | 291 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 517 | 166 |
| Losartan Potassium | 449 | 135 |
| Lisinopril | 413 | 133 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 404 | 128 |
| Metformin Hcl | 364 | 128 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$317 across 12 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-08-29
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sartaj Sandhu's NPI number?
- Sartaj Sandhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073861654, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sartaj Sandhu's specialty?
- Sartaj Sandhu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sartaj Sandhu located?
- Sartaj Sandhu's practice location on file with NPPES is 680 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926-2213.
- What is Sartaj Sandhu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sartaj Sandhu is (530) 342-4395.
- Does Sartaj Sandhu accept Medicare?
- Sartaj Sandhu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sartaj Sandhu's NPI active?
- Yes — Sartaj Sandhu's NPI (1073861654) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.