Eric Sako
NPI 1982022166 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Merced, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Sako is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Merced, CA (NPI 1982022166).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982022166
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A137676 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
760 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 219 | $643 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 166 | $414 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 115 | $7 |
| Complicated Repair of Wound of Forehead, Cheeks, Chin, Mouth, Neck, Underarms, Genitals, Hands, Or Feet, 2.6-7.5 Cm13132 | 70 | $233 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 40 | $61 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 1-5 Tissue Blocks |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 961 | 867 |
| Mupirocin | 151 | 104 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 124 | 122 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 67 | 39 |
| Fluorouracil | 41 | 38 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 24 | — |
| Cephalexin | 19 | 17 |
| Ketoconazole | 17 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$83 across 4 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
- 2014-04-03
- Last updated
- 2019-12-12
- Certified
- 2019-12-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Sako's NPI number?
- Eric Sako's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982022166, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Sako's specialty?
- Eric Sako is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Sako located?
- Eric Sako's practice location on file with NPPES is 388 E Yosemite Ave Ste 100, Merced, CA 95340-8219.
- What is Eric Sako's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Sako is (209) 722-7801.
- Does Eric Sako accept Medicare?
- Eric Sako is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Sako's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Sako's NPI (1982022166) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-12-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.