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ERIC SAKO
NPI 1982022166
Dermatology - MOHS-Micrographic Surgery in Merced, CA

Active since April 03, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
14.18/100
CMS Quality Rating
388 E YOSEMITE AVE STE 100, MERCED, CA 95340(209) 722-7801(904) 384-3613 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 12, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 12, 2019, Jul 16, 2019, Jul 9, 2019 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

About Eric Sako NPPES

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

ERIC SAKO (NPI 1982022166) is an individual mohs-micrographic surgery provider in Merced, California, licensed in California (A137676) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Un Of California, Irvine, College Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982022166
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ND0101X
Provider Legal NameERIC SAKO
Location Address388 E YOSEMITE AVE STE 100Merced, CA 95340-8219
Mailing Address421 Collins Dr Apt 6Merced, CA 95348-3170 · (562) 400-7577
Phone(209) 722-7801
Fax(904) 384-3613
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUn Of California, Irvine, College Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 3, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 12, 20196 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1982022166 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatology · MOHS-Micrographic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ND0101X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A137676
Definition
The highly-trained surgeons that perform Mohs Micrographic Surgery are specialists both in dermatology and pathology. With their extensive knowledge of the skin and unique pathological skills, they are able to remove only diseased tissue, preserving healthy tissue and minimizing the cosmetic impact of the surgery. Mohs surgeons who belong to the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed a minimum of one year of fellowship training at one of the ACMS-approved training centers in the U.S.
Also ListedDermatologyTaxonomy 207N00000X · License A137676 (CA)
388 E YOSEMITE AVE STE 100, Merced, CA 95340
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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

Eric Sako 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 ID244563161
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191219002321
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 Eric Sako reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Pacific Dermatology Institute
290 mi
Dermatology
770 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 1H
Corona, CA 92879
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 20 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1740410182 (951) 734-8989

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 11

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.

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks 17311
This procedure involves the careful removal of a growth from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to study its characteristics and determine the nature of the growth.
219 services185 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks 17312
This procedure involves the careful removal of abnormal growths from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any irregularities. The process may be carried out in multiple stages for thorough examination.
166 services97 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
115 services21 patients
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm 13132
This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound in areas like the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, hands, or feet. The wound size ranges from 2.6-7.5 cm. The process includes cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound for proper healing.
70 services66 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
40 services37 patients
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks 17313
This procedure involves the removal of a growth from your trunk, arms, or legs. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing and planning further treatment.
37 services33 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95340 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
$90.32 typical visit price
range $58.87 – $176.60
Typical copayment $22.58 (range $14.71 – $44.15)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$73.16 typical visit price
range $19.28 – $144.60
Typical copayment $18.29 (range $4.82 – $36.15)
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.

14.18/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities0
Cost47.28

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

LAM Q. LE PA-C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
388 E YOSEMITE AVE STE 100
MERCED, CA 95340
Merced County (209) 722-7801
JILL TAMSEN MCLEOD PA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
388 E YOSEMITE AVE STE 100
MERCED, CA 95340
Merced County (209) 722-7801
BRIANA MARIE SUAREZ
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
388 E YOSEMITE AVE STE 100
MERCED, CA 95340
Merced County (209) 722-7801

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 Eric Sako's NPI number?

The NPI number for Eric Sako is 1982022166. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2014.

Where is Eric Sako located?

Eric Sako practices at 388 E Yosemite Ave Ste 100, Merced, CA 95340. The listed phone number is (209) 722-7801.

What is Eric Sako's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in MOHS-Micrographic Surgery, with taxonomy code 207ND0101X.

Is Eric Sako enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Eric Sako 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 Eric Sako's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Eric Sako reassigns Medicare benefits to Pacific Dermatology Institute (Corona, CA). 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 Eric Sako's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Eric Sako was last updated on December 12, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.