Douglas Sorensen, M.D.
NPI 1669448346 · Otolaryngology Physician · Tacoma, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Douglas Sorensen, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Tacoma, WA (NPI 1669448346).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669448346
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00038718 (WA)
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
396 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 108 | $128 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 95 | $165 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 66 | $129 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 47 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 37 | $109 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Head and Neck Soft Tissue76536 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ipratropium Bromide | 119 | 35 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 70 | 20 |
| Azithromycin | 56 | 45 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 37 | 12 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 33 | 26 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 27 | 26 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$321 across 2 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
- 2006-02-23
- Last updated
- 2021-01-18
- Certified
- 2021-01-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Douglas Sorensen's NPI number?
- Douglas Sorensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669448346, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Douglas Sorensen's specialty?
- Douglas Sorensen is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Douglas Sorensen located?
- Douglas Sorensen's practice location on file with NPPES is 1608 S J St Fl 5, Tacoma, WA 98405-4930.
- What is Douglas Sorensen's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Douglas Sorensen is (253) 426-6731.
- Does Douglas Sorensen accept Medicare?
- Douglas Sorensen is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Douglas Sorensen's NPI active?
- Yes — Douglas Sorensen's NPI (1669448346) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.