Michael Sandler, M.D.
NPI 1740209089 · Ophthalmology Physician · Pikesville, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Sandler, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Pikesville, MD (NPI 1740209089).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740209089
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0022624 (MD)
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
1,053 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 | 486 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 154 | $94 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 122 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 86 | $58 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 62 | $66 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 136 | 51 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 57 | 53 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 35 | 11 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 28 | — |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 18 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 16 | — |
| Timolol Maleate | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$578 across 6 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
- 2006-07-18
- Last updated
- 2020-02-17
- Certified
- 2020-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Sandler's NPI number?
- Michael Sandler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740209089, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Sandler's specialty?
- Michael Sandler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Sandler located?
- Michael Sandler's practice location on file with NPPES is 1838 Greene Tree Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208-6391.
- What is Michael Sandler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Sandler is (410) 486-1010.
- Does Michael Sandler accept Medicare?
- Michael Sandler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Sandler's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Sandler's NPI (1740209089) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.