Sterling Humphrey, MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Sterling Humphrey, MD has practiced thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) for 17+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 2009 and has 17+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data).
Older · 2792dNPPES updated 2018-09-13 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 130, Roseville, CA 95661-3088
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better55%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+49.9 pts)
55% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
192
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
29
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
40
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $960
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 Cancer.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+42%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — 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 (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$7.4k received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Sterling Humphrey's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2009
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
17 years in practice
Experienced
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine (Class of 2009)
Mailing address
2315 Stockton Blvd Rm 6309, Sacramento, CA 95817-2201
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190004
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Sterling Humphrey
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sterling Humphrey for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Roseville 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 Sterling Humphrey
Dr. Humphrey is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Roseville, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (916) 773-8750.
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 Sterling Humphrey
Practice Location
3 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 130, Roseville, CA 95661-3088
Mailing Address
2315 Stockton Blvd Rm 6309, Sacramento, CA 95817-2201
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