Ellen Sanders, MD
NPI 1952586620 · Ophthalmology Physician · Charlottesville, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ellen Sanders, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Charlottesville, VA (NPI 1952586620).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952586620
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101245302 (VA)
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
18 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
887 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 191 | $127 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 111 | $40 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 101 | $48 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 98 | $150 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 98 | $91 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 54 | $90 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 80 | 37 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 55 | 35 |
| Latanoprost | 39 | 16 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 39 | 21 |
| Cyclosporine | 26 | — |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 25 | 20 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 25 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$179 across 5 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
- 2007-12-31
- Last updated
- 2011-06-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ellen Sanders's NPI number?
- Ellen Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952586620, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ellen Sanders's specialty?
- Ellen Sanders is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ellen Sanders located?
- Ellen Sanders's practice location on file with NPPES is 626 Berkmar Cir, Charlottesville, VA 22901-1464.
- What is Ellen Sanders's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ellen Sanders is (434) 295-3227.
- Does Ellen Sanders accept Medicare?
- Ellen Sanders is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ellen Sanders's NPI active?
- Yes — Ellen Sanders's NPI (1952586620) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-06-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.