Alexander Low, M.D.
NPI 1861504730 · Specialist · Folsom, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Low, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Folsom, CA (NPI 1861504730).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861504730
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G780821 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
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
2,822 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 733 | $42 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, Additional 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99439 | 463 | $54 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 253 | $70 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 193 | $123 |
| 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 | 176 | $18 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 330 | 113 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 192 | 186 |
| Lansoprazole | 154 | 66 |
| Omeprazole | 63 | 20 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 60 | 20 |
| Sucralfate | 59 | 29 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 55 | 54 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,298 across 53 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
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2018-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Low's NPI number?
- Alexander Low's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861504730, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Low's specialty?
- Alexander Low is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Alexander Low located?
- Alexander Low's practice location on file with NPPES is 1580 Creekside Dr, Folsom, CA 95630-3888.
- What is Alexander Low's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Low is (530) 622-6430.
- Does Alexander Low accept Medicare?
- Alexander Low is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Low's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Low's NPI (1861504730) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.