Philip Sarges, MD
NPI 1538393939 · Gastroenterology Physician · Grand Junction, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Philip Sarges, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Grand Junction, CO (NPI 1538393939).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538393939
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 57249 (CO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
746 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 216 | $263 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 151 | $69 |
| Insertion of Guide Wire With Dilation of Esophagus Using a Flexible Endoscope43248 | 100 | $148 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 83 | $99 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 36 | $181 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 177 | 59 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 53 | 18 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 45 | 22 |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Dr | 37 | 14 |
| Mesalamine | 31 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 23 | — |
| Dexlansoprazolebrand: Dexlansoprazole Dr | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,157 across 80 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
- 2009-05-13
- Last updated
- 2025-04-08
- Certified
- 2025-04-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Philip Sarges's NPI number?
- Philip Sarges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538393939, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Philip Sarges's specialty?
- Philip Sarges is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Philip Sarges located?
- Philip Sarges's practice location on file with NPPES is 1035 Wellington Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501-8104.
- What is Philip Sarges's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Philip Sarges is (970) 242-6600.
- Does Philip Sarges accept Medicare?
- Philip Sarges is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Philip Sarges's NPI active?
- Yes — Philip Sarges's NPI (1538393939) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.