Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu, MD
Rheumatology Internal Medicine
Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu is a Rheumatology Internal Medicine specialist based in Covington, WA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu, MD has practiced internal medicine for 32+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 32+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 43% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
16850 Se 272nd St Ste 100, Covington, WA 98042-4931
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.97%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+0.9 pts)
5.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.3%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
288
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
387
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,530
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.67M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$50 received from industry
1 transaction reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Rheumatologists treat autoimmune and inflammatory conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, and vasculitis. They manage biologic therapies and joint-preserving treatments.
Taxonomy: 207RR0500X
Mailing address
Po Box 34876, Seattle, WA 98124-1876
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Covington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu
Dr. Sandhu is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Covington, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (253) 395-1971.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Amrit Pal Singh Sandhu
Practice Location
16850 Se 272nd St Ste 100, Covington, WA 98042-4931
Mailing Address
Po Box 34876, Seattle, WA 98124-1876
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