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DR. PAUL SACKS M.D.
NPI 1255334892
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Phoenix, AZ

Active since May 27, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 221, PHOENIX, AZ 85020(602) 943-1231(602) 395-9574 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 30, 2017, Feb 10, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Paul Sacks M.d. NPPES

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

DR. PAUL SACKS M.D. (NPI 1255334892) is an individual nephrology provider in Phoenix, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (17673) and active in the NPI registry since May 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255334892
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL SACKSCredential: M.D.
Location Address9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 221Phoenix, AZ 85020-2446
Mailing Address6622 N. 91st Ave.,, Suite 220Glendale, AZ 85305 · (602) 759-6883 · Fax (602) 224-3358
Phone(602) 943-1231
Fax(602) 395-9574
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSNorthwestern University Feinberg Medical SchoolGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateMay 27, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 20172 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1255334892 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in AZ · 17673
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
9100 N 2ND ST, Phoenix, AZ 85020
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPIND00237
Medicaid276221AZ
Medicare PIN28491AZ

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Paul Sacks 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 ID5193796316
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040803000114
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Paul Sacks reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Akdhc, LLC
4.7 mi
Nephrology
7725 N 43RD AVE STE 411
Phoenix, AZ 85051
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 155 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801084835 (623) 849-6122

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 9

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 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.
164 services116 patients
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.
156 services129 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
147 services84 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
123 services63 patients
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90960
Dialysis is a treatment that filters and purifies your blood using a machine. It helps keep your fluids and electrolytes in balance when the kidneys can't do their job. This service includes 4 or more visits per month with a physician to monitor your health and adjust your treatment as needed.
70 services14 patients
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) 90961
Dialysis is a treatment that performs the function of healthy kidneys if they're not working properly. It removes waste and excess fluid from your blood. 2-3 physician visits per month are recommended for monitoring your health and adjusting your treatment as needed. This service is available for those aged 20 years and older.
28 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85020 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.00 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $24.50 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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.

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.

Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers13 claims502 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
3 suppliers21 claims4,020 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
3 suppliers15 claims15 services$17.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
3 suppliers28 claims28 services$12.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 15

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. LIXIAN ZOU MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 221
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 943-1231
MRS. VIMALA NADINE KUKUNOOR M.D.
Internal Medicine
9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 121
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 997-7331
GERALD SCHWARTZBERG MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
9100 N 2ND ST, #121
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 997-7331
GLOBAL PRIMARY CARE
Family Medicine
9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 213
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 792-5769
DR. ALFREDO LIM M.D.
Internal Medicine
9100 N 2ND ST, STE. 121
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 997-7331
HONORHEALTH MEDICAL GROUP, LLC
Internal Medicine
9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 121
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 997-7331
AKDHC, LLC
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 221
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 943-1231
DR. DAVID RASKIN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
9100 N 2ND ST, SUITE 221,
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
Maricopa County (602) 943-1231

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 Paul Sacks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Sacks is 1255334892. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 27, 2005.

Where is Paul Sacks located?

Paul Sacks practices at 9100 N 2nd St Suite 221, Phoenix, AZ 85020. The listed phone number is (602) 943-1231.

What is Paul Sacks's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Paul Sacks enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Sacks 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 organization bills Medicare for Paul Sacks's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Paul Sacks reassigns Medicare benefits to Akdhc, LLC (Phoenix, AZ). The 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 Paul Sacks's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Paul Sacks accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. and Oscar Health Plan, Inc. and 1 other insurer list Paul Sacks 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 Paul Sacks was last updated on September 28, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.