Sagar Patel, M.D.
NPI 1134309172 · Ophthalmology Physician · New Orleans, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sagar Patel, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New Orleans, LA (NPI 1134309172).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134309172
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD.201049 (LA)
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
18 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
5,410 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 1,485 | $35 |
| Unclassified BiologicsJ3590 | 1,180 | $59 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 1,172 | $106 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 940 | $79 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 474 | $78 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 57 | $129 |
| Exam of Retinal Blood Vessels Using a Special Camera After Injection of a Dye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 250 | 63 |
| Afliberceptbrand: Eylea | 101 | 30 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 87 | 52 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 73 | 32 |
| Timolol Maleate | 67 | 17 |
| Pegcetacoplan/Pfbrand: Syfovre | 59 | 17 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 58 | 15 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$135 across 5 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
- 2007-11-07
- Last updated
- 2007-11-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sagar Patel's NPI number?
- Sagar Patel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134309172, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sagar Patel's specialty?
- Sagar Patel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sagar Patel located?
- Sagar Patel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1430 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112-2632.
- What is Sagar Patel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sagar Patel is (504) 988-2261.
- Does Sagar Patel accept Medicare?
- Sagar Patel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sagar Patel's NPI active?
- Yes — Sagar Patel's NPI (1134309172) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-11-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.