Saul Schaefer, M.D.
NPI 1982686978 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Sacramento, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Saul Schaefer, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Sacramento, CA (NPI 1982686978).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982686978
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G049459 (CA)
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
20 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
4,242 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 2,831 | $8 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 460 | $69 |
| Heart Rhythm Review and Interpretation of Continous External Ekg Over 8-15 Days93248 | 247 | $26 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 97 | $99 |
| Heart Muscle Strain Imaging93356 | 93 | $11 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 43 | 12 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 41 | — |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 36 | — |
| Spironolactone | 36 | — |
| Furosemide | 33 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 31 | 11 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,174 across 29 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
- 2005-11-16
- Last updated
- 2007-09-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Saul Schaefer's NPI number?
- Saul Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982686978, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Saul Schaefer's specialty?
- Saul Schaefer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Saul Schaefer located?
- Saul Schaefer's practice location on file with NPPES is 4860 Y St, Sacramento, CA 95817-2307.
- What is Saul Schaefer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Saul Schaefer is (916) 734-3764.
- Does Saul Schaefer accept Medicare?
- Saul Schaefer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Saul Schaefer's NPI active?
- Yes — Saul Schaefer's NPI (1982686978) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-09-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.