Harchetan Sandhu, M.D.
NPI 1740243328 · Rheumatology Physician · Chico, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Harchetan Sandhu, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Chico, CA (NPI 1740243328).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740243328
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A76840 (CA)
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
3,356 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 1,022 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 904 | $130 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 734 | $93 |
| Administration of Non-Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle96401 | 475 | $76 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 104 | $66 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 682 | 150 |
| Prednisone | 530 | 155 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 347 | 90 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 178 | 58 |
| Meloxicam | 134 | 31 |
| Etanerceptbrand: Enbrel Sureclick | 119 | 14 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,668 across 81 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
- 2006-04-06
- Last updated
- 2008-03-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Harchetan Sandhu's NPI number?
- Harchetan Sandhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740243328, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Harchetan Sandhu's specialty?
- Harchetan Sandhu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Harchetan Sandhu located?
- Harchetan Sandhu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1488 East Ave Ste 130, Chico, CA 95926-1795.
- What is Harchetan Sandhu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Harchetan Sandhu is (530) 342-1310.
- Does Harchetan Sandhu accept Medicare?
- Harchetan Sandhu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Harchetan Sandhu's NPI active?
- Yes — Harchetan Sandhu's NPI (1740243328) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.