Paul Sacks, M.D.
NPI 1255334892 · Nephrology Physician · Phoenix, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Sacks, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Phoenix, AZ (NPI 1255334892).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255334892
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 17673 (AZ)
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
21 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
776 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 164 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 156 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 147 | $173 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 123 | $111 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 70 | $347 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 198 | 44 |
| Losartan Potassium | 196 | 67 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 163 | 53 |
| Furosemide | 133 | 39 |
| Lisinopril | 111 | 45 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 98 | 29 |
| Calcitriol | 95 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,308 across 89 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
- 2005-05-27
- Last updated
- 2017-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Sacks's NPI number?
- Paul Sacks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255334892, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Sacks's specialty?
- Paul Sacks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Sacks located?
- Paul Sacks's practice location on file with NPPES is 9100 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85020-2446.
- What is Paul Sacks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Sacks is (602) 943-1231.
- Does Paul Sacks accept Medicare?
- Paul Sacks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Sacks's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Sacks's NPI (1255334892) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.