Joel Sarachek, MD
NPI 1518987114 · Family Medicine Physician · Santa Monica, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Sarachek, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Santa Monica, CA (NPI 1518987114).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518987114
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G78560 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
736 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 | 168 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 146 | $121 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 89 | $9 |
| Amplifed Dna Or Rna Probe Detection of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19) Antigen87635 | 64 | $50 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 52 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 132 | 43 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 104 | 31 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 81 | 21 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 71 | 16 |
| Gabapentin | 49 | 17 |
| Cephalexin | 47 | 38 |
| Losartan Potassium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$263 across 7 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 200 Medical Plaza#365,530,420,120Los Angeles, CA 90095Phone: (310) 825-6301Fax: (310) 998-5871
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-20
- Last updated
- 2024-01-25
- Certified
- 2024-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Sarachek's NPI number?
- Joel Sarachek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518987114, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Sarachek's specialty?
- Joel Sarachek is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Sarachek located?
- Joel Sarachek's practice location on file with NPPES is 2701 Ocean Park Blvd Ste 118, Santa Monica, CA 90405-5219.
- What is Joel Sarachek's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Sarachek is (310) 829-8917.
- Does Joel Sarachek accept Medicare?
- Joel Sarachek is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Sarachek's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Sarachek's NPI (1518987114) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.