Michael L Sacher, DO
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Patients across NY can see Michael L Sacher, DO in person in Massapequa or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at College of Medicine and Surgery (class of 1979), he has been practicing for over 47 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 43% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2332dNPPES updated 2019-12-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
100 Veterans Blvd Suite 1, Massapequa, NY 11758-4944
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 = better0.18%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New York0.18% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.5%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
528
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
475
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,408
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.15M
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$651 received from industry
28 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Michael L Sacher's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
College of Medicine and Surgery
Board certified · Dec 18, 2019
Self-reported via NPPES
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
College of Medicine and Surgery (Class of 1979)
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Michael L Sacher
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael L Sacher for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Massapequa 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 Michael L Sacher
Dr. Sacher is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Massapequa, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (516) 882-9600.
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 Michael L Sacher
Practice Location
100 Veterans Blvd Suite 1, Massapequa, NY 11758-4944
Mailing Address
100 Veterans Blvd Suite 1, Massapequa, NY 11758-4944
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