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RICHARD S. SACKS M.D.
NPI 1811034143
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in San Diego, CA

Active since January 30, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 245, SAN DIEGO, CA 92123(858) 650-5037(858) 650-5039 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 26, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Richard S. Sacks M.d. NPPES

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

RICHARD S. SACKS M.D. (NPI 1811034143) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (A89585) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811034143
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameRICHARD S. SACKSCredential: M.D.
Location Address7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 245San Diego, CA 92123
Mailing Address7910 Frost Street, Suite 245San Diego, CA 92123 · (858) 650-5037 · Fax (858) 650-5039
Phone(858) 650-5037
Fax(858) 650-5039
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateJanuary 30, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 26, 2012
✔ NPI 1811034143 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A89585
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.

7910 FROST STREET, San Diego, CA 92123
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Richard S. 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 ID5496854135
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070621000311
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 5

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
229 services120 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
100 services64 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.
46 services39 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
16 services16 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92123 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
$140.22 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $35.05 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

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

REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
Pediatrics (Adolescent Medicine)
7910 FROST STREET, STE 350
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 496-4800
DR. JOHN R. LEMOINE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 245
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 650-5037
MARCY L THORNTON RNP
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 400
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 277-9378
DR. THOMAS E LAWRIE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 245
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 650-5037
DR. DAVID C WILLMS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 245
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 650-5037
DR. CHARLES F. LANDERS M.D.
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 245
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 650-5037
JUAN DEZA M.D.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
7910 FROST STREET, SUITE 245
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 650-5037
DR. TEVY TITH M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Maternal & Fetal Medicine)
7910 FROST STREET
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
San Diego County (858) 966-6710

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 Richard Sacks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Sacks is 1811034143. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 30, 2007.

Where is Richard Sacks located?

Richard Sacks practices at 7910 Frost Street Suite 245, San Diego, CA 92123. The listed phone number is (858) 650-5037.

What is Richard Sacks's specialty?

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

Is Richard Sacks enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Richard Sacks was last updated on November 26, 2012. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.