Sanford Archer, MD
NPI 1396783411 · Otolaryngology Physician · Lexington, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sanford Archer, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Lexington, KY (NPI 1396783411).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396783411
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26127 (KY)
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
20 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
303 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 | 78 | $88 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 67 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 53 | $116 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 36 | $161 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 22 | $108 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 47 | 21 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 24 | — |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 21 | — |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 18 | — |
| Pilocarpine Hcl | 16 | — |
| Mometasone Furoate | 15 | — |
| Prednisone | 14 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$235 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
- 2006-06-02
- Last updated
- 2008-02-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sanford Archer's NPI number?
- Sanford Archer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396783411, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sanford Archer's specialty?
- Sanford Archer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sanford Archer located?
- Sanford Archer's practice location on file with NPPES is 740 South Limestone, Lexington, KY 40536-0001.
- What is Sanford Archer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sanford Archer is (859) 257-5405.
- Does Sanford Archer accept Medicare?
- Sanford Archer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sanford Archer's NPI active?
- Yes — Sanford Archer's NPI (1396783411) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.