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AHANA SANDHU M.D.
NPI 1174978068
Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine in Bakersfield, CA

Active since April 27, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
8305 BRIMHALL RD STE 1601, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93312(661) 695-6777(661) 695-6767 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 27, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 23, 2020, Mar 23, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Ahana Sandhu M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

AHANA SANDHU M.D. (NPI 1174978068) is an individual sleep medicine provider in Bakersfield, California, licensed in California (A157369) and active in the NPI registry since April 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Bakersfield, and is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174978068
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RS0012X
Provider Legal NameAHANA SANDHUCredential: M.D.
Location Address8305 BRIMHALL RD STE 1601Bakersfield, CA 93312-2172
Mailing Address8305 Brimhall Rd Ste 1601Bakersfield, CA 93312-2172 · (661) 695-6777 · Fax (661) 695-6767
Phone(661) 695-6777
Fax(661) 695-6767
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateApril 27, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateApril 27, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 27, 2023
✔ NPI 1174978068 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RS0012X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A157369
Definition
An Internist who practices Sleep Medicine is certified in the subspecialty of sleep medicine and specializes in the clinical assessment, physiologic testing, diagnosis, management and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists treat patients of any age and use multidisciplinary approaches. Disorders managed by sleep specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnias, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias and sleep related movement disorders.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License A157369 (CA)
8305 BRIMHALL RD STE 1601, Bakersfield, CA 93312
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308-6337 · Phone (661) 328-8904 · Fax (661) 310-9506

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ahana Sandhu M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6002156916
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190312002518
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Ahana Sandhu reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Center, Inc
0.1 mi
Multi-Specialty
8333 BRIMHALL RD BLDG 1000
Bakersfield, CA 93312
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 8 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629511886 (661) 695-6777
Kern County Hospital Authority
1.0 mi
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
9300 STOCKDALE HWY STE 100
Bakersfield, CA 93311
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 532 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1396559522 (661) 664-2200
Hospital Medicine Of California Inc
85 mi
Hospitalist
7300 MEDICAL CENTER DR
West Hills, CA 91307
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 94 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770037236 (818) 712-4100
Hospital Medicine Services Of Tx, PLLC
1,262 mi
Hospitalist
7700 FLOYD CURL DR
San Antonio, TX 78229
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 681 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1881392363 (210) 575-4000

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
982 services492 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
229 services229 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
88 services74 patients
Sleep study in sleep lab with continuous airway pressure (6 years or older) 95811
A sleep study in a sleep lab with continuous airway pressure is a test for individuals aged 6 and above. It monitors your sleep patterns to check for disorders like sleep apnea. Continuous airway pressure helps keep your airways open while you sleep, improving your breathing.
83 services82 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
30 services30 patients
Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, airflow, and effort 95806
A sleep study monitors your heart rate, breathing patterns, airflow, and physical effort while you sleep. It helps identify sleep disorders by tracking your sleep stages and cycles. This data aids doctors in diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues.
15 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93312 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$135.05 typical visit price
range $59.26 – $178.09
Typical copayment $33.76 (range $14.81 – $44.52)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$104.09 typical visit price
range $19.34 – $145.64
Typical copayment $26.02 (range $4.83 – $36.41)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
100%1,469 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
4 suppliers72 claims72 services$13.66 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
5 suppliers103 claims103 services$67.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers30 claims30 services$33.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$11.31 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ahana Sandhu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ahana Sandhu is 1174978068. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 27, 2016.

Where is Ahana Sandhu located?

Ahana Sandhu practices at 8305 Brimhall Rd Ste 1601, Bakersfield, CA 93312. The listed phone number is (661) 695-6777.

What is Ahana Sandhu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Sleep Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RS0012X.

Is Ahana Sandhu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ahana Sandhu is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ahana Sandhu's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ahana Sandhu reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Center, Inc (Bakersfield, CA), Kern County Hospital Authority (Bakersfield, CA), Hospital Medicine Of California Inc (West Hills, CA) and Hospital Medicine Services Of Tx, PLLC (San Antonio, TX). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ahana Sandhu's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ahana Sandhu accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and UnitedHealthcare list Ahana Sandhu as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ahana Sandhu was last updated on April 27, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.