Michael Sassower, MD
NPI 1710945159 · Interventional Cardiology Physician · Utica, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Sassower, MD is a Interventional Cardiology Physician provider in Utica, NY (NPI 1710945159).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710945159
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Interventional Cardiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 192657 (NY)
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
3,044 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 605 | $157 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 420 | $122 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 227 | $65 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 210 | $179 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 178 | $8 |
| Technetium Tc-99m Tetrofosmin, Diagnostic, Per Study Dose |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 275 | 105 |
| Sacubitril/Valsartanbrand: Entresto | 213 | 62 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 212 | 71 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 197 | 65 |
| Ticagrelorbrand: Brilinta | 180 | 64 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 179 | 56 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$730 across 49 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
- 2006-05-03
- Last updated
- 2012-07-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Sassower's NPI number?
- Michael Sassower's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710945159, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Sassower's specialty?
- Michael Sassower is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Interventional Cardiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Sassower located?
- Michael Sassower's practice location on file with NPPES is 2211 Genesee St, Utica, NY 13501-5930.
- What is Michael Sassower's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Sassower is (315) 733-7598.
- Does Michael Sassower accept Medicare?
- Michael Sassower is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Sassower's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Sassower's NPI (1710945159) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-07-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.