Sophia Sandhu, MD
NPI 1912311655 · Dermatology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sophia Sandhu, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1912311655).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912311655
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A138586 (CA)
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
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
861 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 221 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 166 | $138 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 109 | $179 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 103 | $98 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 72 | $126 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 367 | 87 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 188 | 84 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 138 | 60 |
| Hydrocortisone | 123 | 50 |
| Fluocinonide | 76 | 31 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 66 | 23 |
| Clotrimazole | 56 | 15 |
| Mupirocin | 52 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,056 across 47 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
- 2014-06-19
- Last updated
- 2025-08-25
- Certified
- 2025-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sophia Sandhu's NPI number?
- Sophia Sandhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912311655, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sophia Sandhu's specialty?
- Sophia Sandhu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sophia Sandhu located?
- Sophia Sandhu's practice location on file with NPPES is 22330 Hawthorne Blvd Ste F, Torrance, CA 90505-2530.
- What is Sophia Sandhu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sophia Sandhu is (310) 606-2106.
- Does Sophia Sandhu accept Medicare?
- Sophia Sandhu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sophia Sandhu's NPI active?
- Yes — Sophia Sandhu's NPI (1912311655) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.