Matthew Sanger, MD
NPI 1639119910 · Nephrology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Matthew Sanger, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1639119910).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1639119910
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD.15620R (LA)
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
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
889 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 Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 180 | $43 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 136 | $75 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 96 | $274 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 87 | $337 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 77 | $68 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 59 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 41 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 133 | 46 |
| Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2)brand: Vitamin D2 | 117 | 39 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 110 | 23 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 89 | 35 |
| Allopurinol | 74 | 25 |
| Bumetanide | 72 | 21 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 69 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$667 across 36 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
- 2006-06-07
- Last updated
- 2009-08-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Matthew Sanger's NPI number?
- Matthew Sanger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639119910, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Matthew Sanger's specialty?
- Matthew Sanger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Matthew Sanger located?
- Matthew Sanger's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Galleria Blvd, Metairie, LA 70001-2082.
- What is Matthew Sanger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Matthew Sanger is (504) 708-4400.
- Does Matthew Sanger accept Medicare?
- Matthew Sanger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Matthew Sanger's NPI active?
- Yes — Matthew Sanger's NPI (1639119910) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-08-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.