Michelle Sato, M.D.
NPI 1225326580 · Ophthalmology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michelle Sato, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1225326580).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225326580
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A125720 (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
14 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
4,615 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 1,090 | $74 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 800 | $144 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 753 | $103 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 461 | $38 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 432 | $40 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 331 | $44 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 1,445 | 462 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 622 | 193 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 393 | 135 |
| Timolol Maleate | 276 | 98 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 203 | 116 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 176 | 87 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 139 | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$773 across 23 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
- 2011-07-20
- Last updated
- 2018-04-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michelle Sato's NPI number?
- Michelle Sato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225326580, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michelle Sato's specialty?
- Michelle Sato is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michelle Sato located?
- Michelle Sato's practice location on file with NPPES is 420 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013-1645.
- What is Michelle Sato's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michelle Sato is (213) 680-1551.
- Does Michelle Sato accept Medicare?
- Michelle Sato is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michelle Sato's NPI active?
- Yes — Michelle Sato's NPI (1225326580) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-04-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.