Don Sanders, M.D.
NPI 1134235179 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Don Sanders, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1134235179).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134235179
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G51338 (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
19 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
2,143 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 609 | $98 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 287 | $54 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 1 View73501 | 271 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 249 | $138 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 184 | $39 |
| X-Ray of Both Hips, 2 Views73521 | 149 | $47 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 143 | 80 |
| Meloxicam | 124 | 75 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 68 | 35 |
| Penicillin V Potassium | 56 | 33 |
| Gabapentin | 43 | 25 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | 19 |
| Cephalexin | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,429 across 3 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
- 2006-08-22
- Last updated
- 2017-01-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Don Sanders's NPI number?
- Don Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134235179, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Don Sanders's specialty?
- Don Sanders is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Don Sanders located?
- Don Sanders's practice location on file with NPPES is 23560 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90505-5233.
- What is Don Sanders's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Don Sanders is (310) 784-2355.
- Does Don Sanders accept Medicare?
- Don Sanders is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Don Sanders's NPI active?
- Yes — Don Sanders's NPI (1134235179) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-01-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.