Fariha Sarij, M.D.
Fariha Sarij is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Lancaster, PA with over 26 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Fariha Sarij, M.D. practices as part of a group internist practice in Lancaster, PA. With 26+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Lancaster area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 39% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Uses generic medications more than 61% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1970dNPPES updated 2020-12-30 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
690 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601-2433
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.38%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
1.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.6%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
277
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
461
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
5,517
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $360k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Dec 29, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
26 years in practice
Experienced
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Fariha Sarij
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Fariha Sarij for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Lancaster 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 Fariha Sarij
Dr. Sarij is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Lancaster, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (717) 544-0700.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Fariha Sarij
Practice Location
690 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601-2433
Mailing Address
690 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601-2433
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