Alexander Sarkisian, M.D.
NPI 1174985568 · Gastroenterology Physician · Dakota Dunes, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Sarkisian, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Dakota Dunes, SD (NPI 1174985568).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174985568
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 307825 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
10 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
468 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 140 | $226 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 94 | $80 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 82 | $101 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 26 | $82 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 24 | $38 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High Risk |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 293 | 284 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 178 | 63 |
| Colestipol Hcl | 49 | — |
| Peg 3350/Sod Sulf,chlr/Pot/Magbrand: Suflave | 37 | 37 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 32 | 32 |
| Omeprazole | 32 | — |
| Budesonide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$23,508 across 43 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
- 2016-03-24
- Last updated
- 2022-09-08
- Certified
- 2022-09-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Sarkisian's NPI number?
- Alexander Sarkisian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174985568, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Sarkisian's specialty?
- Alexander Sarkisian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Sarkisian located?
- Alexander Sarkisian's practice location on file with NPPES is 575 N Sioux Point Rd, Dakota Dunes, SD 57049-5312.
- What is Alexander Sarkisian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Sarkisian is (605) 217-2667.
- Does Alexander Sarkisian accept Medicare?
- Alexander Sarkisian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Sarkisian's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Sarkisian's NPI (1174985568) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-09-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.