Marcellus Saka Assiago, MD

Nephrology Internal Medicine

Marcellus Saka Assiago is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in Riverton, UT with over 27 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(801) 288-2634Riverton, UT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Marcellus Saka Assiago, MD has practiced internal medicine for 27+ years, working in group practice. He has been in practice for 27+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS claims data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in Utah
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 33 Internal Medicine providers in UTSee all Internal Medicine in Riverton27+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 751dNPPES updated 2024-05-02 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)

Contact & Location

Practice Location

12523 S Creek Meadow Rd Ste 111, Riverton, UT 84065-7291

Fax: (801) 288-1186
Patient Condition Panel

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 Chronic Kidney Disease.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+45%)75%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+27%)61%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+11%)43%

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

Heart Failure
Higher than avg (+19%)41%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+7%)29%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · May 1, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 27 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.

Taxonomy: 207RN0300X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

3702 S State St Ste 107, South Salt Lake, UT 84115-5096

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Marcellus Saka Assiago

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Marcellus Saka Assiago for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Riverton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marcellus Saka Assiago

Dr. Assiago is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Riverton, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 288-2634.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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