Michael Sarai, DO

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Michael Sarai is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Bellingham, WA with over 8 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: GERIATRIC MEDICINE

(360) 715-4186Bellingham, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across WA can see Michael Sarai, DO in person in Bellingham or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 8+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Bellingham area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 81.48/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 65% of reporting doctors in Washington
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 17% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 26 Internal Medicine providers in WASee all Internal Medicine in Bellingham8+ years experienceNPI since 2018

Older · 1109dNPPES updated 2023-05-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3015 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 100, Bellingham, WA 98225-1906

Fax: (360) 714-4187
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

81.48/100

Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.1 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

6.62%

Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.5 pts)

6.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

90.6%

Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.8 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

258

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

355

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

906

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $51k

Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.

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.

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 Arthritis.

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+12%)61%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
45%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+9%)41%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+7%)39%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

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

Anxiety Disorders
34%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%
Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+3%)33%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Patient Reviews

No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Michael Sarai, your feedback helps other patients.

Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →

Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · May 9, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 8 years in practice

    Established

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in BellinghamAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.

Taxonomy: 207RG0300X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1402 S Grand Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63104-1004

Differs from practice location

Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Michael Sarai

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Sarai for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Bellingham 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 Sarai

NPI records show Dr. Sarai as active with telehealth listed in Bellingham, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (360) 715-4186.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

Is this your profile?

Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.

Claim Profile

Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.

Related Providers

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine in Washington

See all