Earle Sanford, MD
NPI 1982679775 · Ophthalmology Physician · Clinton, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Earle Sanford, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Clinton, MO (NPI 1982679775).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982679775
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1065725A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,462 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 675 | $91 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 153 | $23 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 149 | $62 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 120 | $28 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 81 | $489 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 76 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 310 | 76 |
| Timolol Maleate | 157 | 33 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 109 | 51 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 76 | 17 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 35 | 11 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 19 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 16 | — |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$309 across 6 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 901 Patients First DrWashington, MO 63090-4700Phone: (636) 231-3651Fax: (636) 231-3652
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-23
- Last updated
- 2022-10-20
- Certified
- 2022-10-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Earle Sanford's NPI number?
- Earle Sanford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982679775, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Earle Sanford's specialty?
- Earle Sanford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Earle Sanford located?
- Earle Sanford's practice location on file with NPPES is 1602 N 2nd St, Clinton, MO 64735-1192.
- What is Earle Sanford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Earle Sanford is (660) 885-8171.
- Does Earle Sanford accept Medicare?
- Earle Sanford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Earle Sanford's NPI active?
- Yes — Earle Sanford's NPI (1982679775) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.