Sarah Chung, M.D.
NPI 1861819294 · Rheumatology Physician · Seattle, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sarah Chung, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Seattle, WA (NPI 1861819294).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861819294
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD60675976 (WA)
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
12 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
809 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 | 191 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 182 | $197 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 165 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 96 | $152 |
| 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 | 86 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 201 | 85 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 165 | 60 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 123 | 50 |
| Colchicine | 107 | 38 |
| Allopurinol | 70 | 20 |
| Folic Acid | 36 | 15 |
| Leflunomide | 31 | 12 |
| Meloxicam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16 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
- 2014-03-24
- Last updated
- 2022-08-26
- Certified
- 2022-08-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sarah Chung's NPI number?
- Sarah Chung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861819294, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sarah Chung's specialty?
- Sarah Chung is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sarah Chung located?
- Sarah Chung's practice location on file with NPPES is 1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101-2756.
- What is Sarah Chung's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sarah Chung is (206) 223-6824.
- Does Sarah Chung accept Medicare?
- Sarah Chung is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sarah Chung's NPI active?
- Yes — Sarah Chung's NPI (1861819294) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-08-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.