Lydia Sahara, MD
NPI 1295879245 · Dermatology Physician · Arden Hills, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lydia Sahara, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Arden Hills, MN (NPI 1295879245).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295879245
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18822 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,346 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 549 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 285 | $87 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 188 | $51 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 83 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 59 | $107 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone | 73 | 51 |
| Fluocinonide | 70 | 43 |
| Ketoconazole | 63 | 33 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 58 | 42 |
| Clotrimazole | 40 | 26 |
| Fluorouracil | 39 | 33 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 36 | 22 |
| Econazole Nitrate | 36 | 11 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2220 Riverside Ave-Mail Stop 31700aHealthpartners Riverside ClinicMinneapolis, MN 55454-1321Phone: (612) 341-5000Fax: (612) 371-1673
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-02-16
- Last updated
- 2018-03-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lydia Sahara's NPI number?
- Lydia Sahara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295879245, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lydia Sahara's specialty?
- Lydia Sahara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lydia Sahara located?
- Lydia Sahara's practice location on file with NPPES is 3930 Northwoods Dr, Arden Hills, MN 55112-6963.
- What is Lydia Sahara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lydia Sahara is (651) 523-8500.
- Does Lydia Sahara accept Medicare?
- Lydia Sahara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lydia Sahara's NPI active?
- Yes — Lydia Sahara's NPI (1295879245) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.