Sasha Taleban, MD
NPI 1720197577 · Gastroenterology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sasha Taleban, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1720197577).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720197577
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 48097 (AZ)
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
19 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
286 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 | 53 | $237 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 49 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 47 | $140 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 41 | $98 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 32 | $100 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 101 | 96 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 45 | 45 |
| Omeprazole | 42 | — |
| Ustekinumabbrand: Stelara | 40 | — |
| Mesalamine | 32 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 31 | — |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 22 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,409 across 4 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
- 2006-08-29
- Last updated
- 2024-10-28
- Certified
- 2024-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sasha Taleban's NPI number?
- Sasha Taleban's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720197577, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sasha Taleban's specialty?
- Sasha Taleban is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sasha Taleban located?
- Sasha Taleban's practice location on file with NPPES is 1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719-4330.
- What is Sasha Taleban's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sasha Taleban is (520) 694-8888.
- Does Sasha Taleban accept Medicare?
- Sasha Taleban is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sasha Taleban's NPI active?
- Yes — Sasha Taleban's NPI (1720197577) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.