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DR. SARAH TAMARA MENACHO M.D.
NPI 1861645087
Neurological Surgery in Salt Lake City, UT

Active since October 31, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.77/100
CMS Quality Rating
175 NORTH MEDICAL DRIVE EAST, 5TH FLOOR, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH DEPARTMENT OF NEUROSURGERY, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84132(801) 581-6908 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 22, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 22, 2021, Sep 14, 2016, Sep 28, 2015 (3 updates tracked since 2015).

About Dr. Sarah Tamara Menacho M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SARAH TAMARA MENACHO M.D. (NPI 1861645087) is an individual neurological surgery provider in Salt Lake City, Utah, licensed in Texas (Q4955) and active in the NPI registry since October 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics, and is a graduate of University Of Vermont College Of Medicine (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861645087
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207T00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SARAH TAMARA MENACHOCredential: M.D.
Location Address175 NORTH MEDICAL DRIVE EAST, 5TH FLOOR, UNIVERSITY OF UTAH DEPARTMENT OF NEUROSURGERYSalt Lake City, UT 84132-0001
Mailing Address175 N. Medical Drive East, 5th FloorSalt Lake City, UT 84132 · (801) 581-6908 · Fax (801) 581-4385
Phone(801) 581-6908
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Vermont College Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateOctober 31, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 22, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 22, 2021
✔ NPI 1861645087 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyNeurological SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207T00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · Q4955
Definition
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
175 NORTH MEDICAL DRIVE EAST, 5TH FLOOR, Salt Lake City, UT 84132
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid347924801 (MDACC)TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include BridgeSpan Health Company, Molina Healthcare, PacificSource Health Plans and more.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

Dr. Sarah Tamara Menacho 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 ID7517198724
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160122001698
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Sarah Menacho reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

University Of Utah Surgical Services
0.1 mi
Neurological Surgery
50 N MEDICAL DR
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Utah enrollment
  • 65 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073915609 (801) 581-2121
University Of Utah Acuity Care Services
0.2 mi
Critical Care Medicine
50 N MEDICAL DR
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Utah enrollment
  • 338 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407250541 (801) 581-2121

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.

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.
61 services38 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.
47 services37 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
44 services42 patients
Computer-assisted procedure inside brain 61781
A computer-assisted brain procedure uses advanced technology for precise navigation within the brain. A computer creates a 3D model of your brain to help the surgeon accurately target the area needing treatment, improving safety and effectiveness.
20 services20 patients
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery 76998
Ultrasonic guidance during surgery is a technique that uses sound waves to create real-time images of the inside of your body. This helps the surgeon navigate and perform procedures more accurately, reducing the risk of complications. It's like a GPS for your body's internal structures.
18 services18 patients
Computer-assisted radiosurgery of simple growth of brain, first growth 61796
Computer-assisted radiosurgery is a non-invasive treatment for brain growths. High-energy radiation beams are precisely targeted at the growth, destroying abnormal cells. This method is often used for the first growth, reducing risks associated with traditional surgery.
13 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Salt Lake City, UT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number460009
Location50 North Medical DriveSalt Lake City, UT 84132 · Salt Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 84132 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
$125.70 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.03
Typical copayment $31.42 (range $13.58 – $41.50)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.01 typical visit price
range $17.23 – $135.20
Typical copayment $17.00 (range $4.30 – $33.80)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

99.77/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality89.05
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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 Sarah Menacho's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Menacho is 1861645087. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 31, 2008.

Where is Sarah Menacho located?

Sarah Menacho practices at 175 North Medical Drive East, 5th Floor University Of Utah Department Of Neurosurgery, Salt Lake City, UT 84132. The listed phone number is (801) 581-6908.

What is Sarah Menacho's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Neurological Surgery with taxonomy code 207T00000X.

Is Sarah Menacho enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarah Menacho 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 Sarah Menacho's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sarah Menacho reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: University Of Utah Surgical Services (Salt Lake City, UT) and University Of Utah Acuity Care Services (Salt Lake City, UT). 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 Sarah Menacho's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sarah Menacho accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Molina Healthcare, PacificSource Health Plans, Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah and Select Health and 1 other insurer list Sarah Menacho 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.

Is Sarah Menacho affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sarah Menacho is affiliated with University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarah Menacho was last updated on November 22, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.