Howard M Sandler, MD
Howard M Sandler is a Radiation Oncology Radiology specialist based in Portland, OR with over 41 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Howard M Sandler, MD has practiced radiology for 41+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of Connecticut School of Medicine (class of 1985), he has been practicing for over 41 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.68/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Oregon
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 124dNPPES updated 2026-01-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oregon Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3011
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202387.68/100
Oregon avg: 89.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.1 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better76.1%
Oregon avg: 83.7 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
178
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
20
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
67
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $43k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,341 reporting peers in Oregon.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.5k received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2018 ·Moderate 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 2018, attributed to Howard M Sandler's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1985
University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 19, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
41 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
Taxonomy: 2085R0001X
Education & Training
University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Class of 1985)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210032
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Radiation Oncology Care With Howard M Sandler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Howard M Sandler for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Portland 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 Howard M Sandler
NPI records show Dr. Sandler as active with telehealth listed in Portland, OR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (503) 494-6346.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3011
Mailing Address
3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3011
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