Thomas Sasser, M.D.
NPI 1174533814 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Brunswick, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Sasser, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Brunswick, GA (NPI 1174533814).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174533814
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 53152 (GA)
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
1,640 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 | 429 | $83 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 255 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 221 | $119 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 170 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 135 | $156 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 292 | 153 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 98 | 66 |
| Celecoxib | 81 | 49 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 58 | 28 |
| Methylprednisolone | 54 | 50 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 53 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 44 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$270 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
- 2006-08-08
- Last updated
- 2016-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Sasser's NPI number?
- Thomas Sasser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174533814, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Sasser's specialty?
- Thomas Sasser is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Sasser located?
- Thomas Sasser's practice location on file with NPPES is 3025 Shrine Rd, Brunswick, GA 31520-4784.
- What is Thomas Sasser's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Sasser is (912) 466-7340.
- Does Thomas Sasser accept Medicare?
- Thomas Sasser is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Sasser's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Sasser's NPI (1174533814) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.