Sartaj Singh Sandhu, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Sartaj Singh Sandhu is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Chico, CA with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sartaj Singh Sandhu, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 14+ years, working in independent practice. He has been practicing since 2012 — over 14 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.12/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 34% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 86% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 86% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.12/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.5 pts)
Better than 86% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.08%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
2.08% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
170
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
710
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
11,336
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.30M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$317 received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Sartaj Singh Sandhu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
14 years in practice
Established
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
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190004
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Sartaj Singh Sandhu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sartaj Singh Sandhu for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Chico 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 Sartaj Singh Sandhu
NPI records show Dr. Sandhu as active with telehealth listed in Chico, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (530) 342-4395.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sartaj Singh Sandhu
Practice Location
680 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926-2213
Mailing Address
680 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926-2213
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