Jeffrey A Sandler, M.D.
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Jeffrey A Sandler is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in San Diego, CA with over 55 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CA can see Jeffrey a Sandler, M.D. in person in San Diego or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine in 1971 and has 55+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 55% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1027dNPPES updated 2023-08-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
202313.16/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-70.4 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.38%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.38% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better53.1%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-29.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
561
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
888
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
8,436
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4.05M
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — 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 (+20%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$12.1k received from industry
114 transactions reported in 2018 ·High 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 Jeffrey a Sandler's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1971
University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 1, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
55 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine (Class of 1971)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190011
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Jeffrey a Sandler
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jeffrey a Sandler for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to San Diego 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 Jeffrey a Sandler
Dr. Sandler is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Diego, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (619) 497-6188.
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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Contact Jeffrey a Sandler
Practice Location
4060 4th Ave Ste 340, San Diego, CA 92103-2121
Mailing Address
4060 4th Ave Ste 340, San Diego, CA 92103-2121
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