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2026 NPPES data Ph.D. Medical Genetics NPI 1912976721 MD
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Ph.D. Medical Genetics in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 357 in Ph.D. Medical Genetics, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
6K
Medicare Part D claims · 247 beneficiaries · Ph.D. Medical Genetics avg: 984
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 9% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD filed 5,863 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Ph.D. Medical Genetics in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico, prescribing 88% generic.
- 6K
- Part D claims, 2023
- 88%
- generic prescribing
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Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber
Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023, across all CMS prescribers nationally
5,863 Top 5% higher than 95% of 1,370,886 prescribers
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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023
What does the federal data show about Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD?
Quality data not reportedPrimary specialty
Ph.D. Medical Genetics
Medicare Part D claims
5,863 6× vs specialty avg
Specialty distribution in Puerto Rico
How Ph.D. Medical Genetics compares to other specialties among Puerto Rico providers
Board certification
Not published by CMS
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How MIPS and board certification work
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Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ph.D. Medical Genetics provider holding MD credentials at 6 CALLE JOSE DE DIEGO, Guayanilla, PR, 00656, with a listed phone of (787) 835-5133. NPI 1912976721 was issued on 03/15/2006.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 5,863 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 247 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $273K in drug spend, split 9% brand-name and 88% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.1%.
Ph.D. Medical Genetics is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 357 enrolled providers across 46 states and an average of 984 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline.
Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist, always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.
Practice Address
Provider Details
| NPI | 1912976721 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Ph.D. Medical Genetics |
| Credentials | MD |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 03/15/2006 |
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD - brand share 9.0%
Ph.D. Medical Genetics average
9% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 5,863 2023 Medicare Part D claims.
The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.
Medicare Part D Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.
5,863
Total Claims
$273K
Total Drug Cost
247
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 10,304
- Total Day Supply
- 292,378
- Brand vs Generic
- 9% brand / 88% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $197K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $73K
- Opioid Claims
- 64 (1.1% rate)
- Antibiotic Claims
- 325
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 72.2 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.48
- Gender Split
- 41% female / 59% male
- Age Distribution
- <65: 33, 65-74: 127, 75-84: 59, 85+: 28
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| NPPES-Taxonomy Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | N/A |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Ph.D. Medical Genetics Overview
How Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD fits within the Ph.D. Medical Genetics landscape nationally.
357
Ph.D. Medical Genetics Providers in US
46
States with Ph.D. Medical Genetics
984
Avg Claims per Provider
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's 5,863 claims are above the specialty average of 984.
Nearby Ph.D. Medical Genetics Providers in Puerto Rico
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Puerto Rico, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Casiano Sanchez.
Dr. Carlos Blanco
M.D.
Manati, PR
Dr. Jose Cintron
M.D.
Fajardo, PR
Nilka Cordero Rivera
Caguas, PR
Dr. Zelideh Cordova-Velazco
M.D.
Toa Alta, PR
Dr. Francisco Franqui
M.D.
Rio Piedras, PR
Compare Ph.D. Medical Genetics nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
Use this federal record as your verification checklist, not as a recommendation.
- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the Puerto Rico medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
- Weigh a second option: compare this provider with a nearby Ph.D. Medical Genetics peer on Medicare volume and prescribing patterns. Compare providers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's specialty? ▼
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD specializes in Ph.D. Medical Genetics and practices in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico. Credentials: MD.
How much does Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD wrote 5,863 Medicare Part D claims totaling $273K in drug costs for 247 beneficiaries.
Where is Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD located? ▼
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD is located at 6 CALLE JOSE DE DIEGO, Guayanilla, PR, 00656. Phone: (787) 835-5133.
What is Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's NPI number? ▼
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912976721, issued on 03/15/2006.
Does Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's prescribing is 9% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $197K in brand drug costs.
Does Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD prescribe opioids? ▼
Yes, Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD had 64 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 1.1%.
How many Ph.D. Medical Genetics providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 357 Ph.D. Medical Genetics providers across 46 states in the US. The average Ph.D. Medical Genetics provider writes 984 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include NPPES-Taxonomy. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD accept Medicare? ▼
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 5,863 Part D claims and 247 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's credentials? ▼
Ariel Casiano Sanchez, MD's NPI is 1912976721 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.
Data Sources
View source datasets and methodology notes
- Provider Directory
- CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
- Specialty Classification
- NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
- Prescribing Data
- CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
- Limitations
- Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.
See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.
Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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