Thomas Sames, M.D.
NPI 1861423667 · Family Medicine Physician · Amarillo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Sames, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Amarillo, TX (NPI 1861423667).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861423667
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H8372 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1,036 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 332 | $71 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 325 | $60 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 298 | $102 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 29 | $174 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 21 | $71 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 129 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 340 | 32 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 327 | 24 |
| Potassium Chloride | 286 | 36 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 283 | 45 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 248 | 29 |
| Gabapentin | 179 | 22 |
| Lisinopril | 133 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$166 across 1 record (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
- 2006-07-06
- Last updated
- 2016-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Sames's NPI number?
- Thomas Sames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861423667, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Sames's specialty?
- Thomas Sames is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Sames located?
- Thomas Sames's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 Craig Dr, Amarillo, TX 79106-4015.
- What is Thomas Sames's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Sames is (806) 331-7905.
- Does Thomas Sames accept Medicare?
- Thomas Sames is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Sames's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Sames's NPI (1861423667) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.