NIHAL S SANDHU MD
NPI 1649244476
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Nanuet, NY

Active since February 16, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD, SUITE 607, NANUET, NY 10954(845) 623-6661(845) 623-6698 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 13, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Nihal S Sandhu Md NPPES

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

NIHAL S SANDHU MD (NPI 1649244476) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Nanuet, New York, licensed in New York (151247) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Nyack Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1976).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649244476
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameNIHAL S SANDHUCredential: MD
Location Address55 OLD TURNPIKE RD, SUITE 607Nanuet, NY 10954-2461
Mailing Address55 Old Turnpike Rd, Suite 607Nanuet, NY 10954-2461 · (845) 623-6661 · Fax (845) 623-6698
Fax(845) 623-6698
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1976
Enumeration DateFebruary 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 13, 2014
NPI 1649244476 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in NY · 151247
Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 151247 (NY)
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD, Nanuet, NY 10954

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified090591NY
Medicare UPINC05327
Medicaid00805876NY

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Nihal S Sandhu Md 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 ID2860450863
PECOS Enrollment IDI20041222000210
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 17

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.

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.
761 services169 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.
574 services132 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
425 services69 patients
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060
This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.
214 services116 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
211 services113 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
159 services100 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Nyack Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Nyack, NY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number330104
Location160 North Midland AvenueNyack, NY 10960 · Rockland County
Birthing friendly

Good Samaritan Hospital Of Suffern

Acute Care Hospitals · Suffern, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number330158
Location255 Lafayette AvenueSuffern, NY 10901 · Rockland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10954 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
$154.28 typical visit price
range $67.40 – $203.53
Typical copayment $38.57 (range $16.85 – $50.88)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$117.62 typical visit price
range $21.66 – $164.45
Typical copayment $29.40 (range $5.41 – $41.11)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

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

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
3 suppliers27 claims27 services$918.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$23.65 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
7 suppliers82 claims82 services$66.58 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers54 claims54 services$34.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Acetylcysteine, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, per gram J7608
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N
2 suppliers14 claims588 services$4.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
6 suppliers14 claims3,462 services$0.03 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 20

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

Chiropractor
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD, STE 601
NANUET, NY 10954
Licensed Practical Nurse
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD
NANUET, NY 10954
Licensed Practical Nurse
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD
NANUET, NY 10954
Licensed Practical Nurse
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD
NANUET, NY 10954
Licensed Practical Nurse
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD
NANUET, NY 10954
Internal Medicine
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD, SUITE 607
NANUET, NY 10954
Licensed Practical Nurse
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD
NANUET, NY 10954
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD, SUITE 605
NANUET, NY 10954

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 Nihal Sandhu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nihal Sandhu is 1649244476. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 16, 2006.

Where is Nihal Sandhu located?

Nihal Sandhu practices at 55 Old Turnpike Rd Suite 607, Nanuet, NY 10954. The listed phone number is (845) 623-6661.

What is Nihal Sandhu's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Nihal Sandhu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nihal 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.

Is Nihal Sandhu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nihal Sandhu is affiliated with Nyack Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital Of Suffern.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nihal Sandhu was last updated on August 13, 2014. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.