2026 NPPES data Dermatology Physician NPI 1295753432 MD
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PETER SANDS, MD

Dermatology Physician in CONCORD, New Hampshire. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
180
Medicare Part D claims · 119 beneficiaries · Dermatology Physician avg: 729
Generic prescribing
84%
generic claims · 16% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
What the federal data reveals: PETER SANDS, MD is a Dermatology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in CONCORD, New Hampshire with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 180 claims across 119 beneficiaries — 16% brand-name prescribing .

What stands out: PETER SANDS, MD filed 180 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across CONCORD, New Hampshire. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

PETER SANDS, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

PETER SANDS, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 07/17/2006

NPI 1295753432

Primary specialty

Dermatology Physician

Mid-sized

14,610 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

180 75% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 729

Specialty distribution in New Hampshire

How Dermatology Physician compares to other specialties among New Hampshire providers

New Hampshire providers

Dermatology Physician share within New Hampshire

1. Dermatology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Dermatology Physician share within New Hampshire

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Dermatology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Dermatology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Dermatology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Dermatology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

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PETER SANDS, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider practicing in CONCORD, New Hampshire, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1295753432. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

PETER SANDS, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Dermatology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 253 PLEASANT ST, CONCORD, NH, 03301, with a listed phone of (603) 226-2200. NPI 1295753432 was issued on 07/17/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SANDS most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 180 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 119 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $250K in drug spend, split 16% brand-name and 84% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Dermatology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 14,610 enrolled providers across 53 states and an average of 729 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

253 PLEASANT ST
CONCORD, NH 03301

Provider Details

NPI 1295753432
Specialty Dermatology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 07/17/2006

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

PETER SANDS, MD — brand share 16.0%
Specialty average (est.)

16% brand-name claims vs 84% generic, on 180 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.

180
Total Claims
$250K
Total Drug Cost
119
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
239
Total Day Supply
6,891
Brand vs Generic
16% brand / 84% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$245K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
74.6 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.84
Gender Split
61% female / 39% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Triamcinolone Acetonide
45
Mupirocin
19
Clobetasol Propionate
17
Acyclovir
12

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Dermatology Physician Overview

How PETER SANDS, MD fits within the Dermatology Physician landscape nationally.

14,610
Dermatology Physician Providers in US
53
States with Dermatology Physician
729
Avg Claims per Provider

PETER SANDS, MD's 180 claims are below the specialty average of 729.

Nearby Dermatology Physician Providers in New Hampshire

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in New Hampshire, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as SANDS.

Compare Dermatology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PETER SANDS, MD's specialty?
PETER SANDS, MD specializes in Dermatology Physician and practices in CONCORD, New Hampshire. Credentials: MD.
How much does PETER SANDS, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, PETER SANDS, MD wrote 180 Medicare Part D claims totaling $250K in drug costs for 119 beneficiaries.
Where is PETER SANDS, MD located?
PETER SANDS, MD is located at 253 PLEASANT ST, CONCORD, NH, 03301. Phone: (603) 226-2200.
What is PETER SANDS, MD's NPI number?
PETER SANDS, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295753432, issued on 07/17/2006.
Does PETER SANDS, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
PETER SANDS, MD's prescribing is 16% brand-name and 84% generic drugs by claim count, with $245K in brand drug costs.
How many Dermatology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 14,610 Dermatology Physician providers across 53 states in the US. The average Dermatology Physician provider writes 729 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does PETER SANDS, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, PETER SANDS, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Triamcinolone Acetonide, Mupirocin, Clobetasol Propionate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does PETER SANDS, MD accept Medicare?
PETER SANDS, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 180 Part D claims and 119 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify PETER SANDS, MD's credentials?
PETER SANDS, MD's NPI is 1295753432 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

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.

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Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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