2026 NPPES data Ophthalmology Physician NPI 1134258171 M.D.
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SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.

Ophthalmology Physician in SOMERVILLE, Massachusetts. 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
210
Medicare Part D claims · 45 beneficiaries · Ophthalmology Physician avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
65%
generic claims · 35% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. filed 210 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Ophthalmology Physician in SOMERVILLE, Massachusetts, prescribing 65% generic.

210
Part D claims, 2023
65%
generic prescribing

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SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

210 49th percentile higher than 49% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. 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).

What does the federal data show about SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/05/2007

NPI 1134258171

Primary specialty

Ophthalmology Physician

Mid-sized

22,090 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

210 85% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,420

Specialty distribution in Massachusetts

How Ophthalmology Physician compares to other specialties among Massachusetts providers

Massachusetts providers

Ophthalmology Physician share within Massachusetts

1. Ophthalmology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Ophthalmology Physician share within Massachusetts

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Ophthalmology 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.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Ophthalmology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 413 HIGHLAND AVE, SOMERVILLE, MA, 02144, with a listed phone of (617) 623-1900. NPI 1134258171 was issued on 03/05/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what SARAGAS 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 210 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 45 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $43K in drug spend, split 35% brand-name and 65% 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.

Ophthalmology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 22,090 enrolled providers across 56 states and an average of 1,420 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

413 HIGHLAND AVE
SOMERVILLE, MA 02144

Provider Details

NPI 1134258171
Specialty Ophthalmology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 03/05/2007

License & disciplinary context — Massachusetts BORIM 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~38K Massachusetts medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.. To verify SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s current license status, search the BORIM public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

80
Total board actions, Massachusetts 2023
Across 78 cases
2.11
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Massachusetts statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
29 cases

BORIM publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the Massachusetts disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. — brand share 35.0%
Specialty average (est.)

35% brand-name claims vs 65% generic, on 210 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.

210
Total Claims
$43K
Total Drug Cost
45
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
448
Total Day Supply
13,155
Brand vs Generic
35% brand / 65% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$31K
Generic Drug Cost
$12K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
78.3 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.02
Gender Split
53% female / 47% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

What SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Dorzolamide-Timolol
Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat
52
Latanoprost
42
Brimonidine Tartrate
14
Lumigan
Bimatoprost
14
Timolol Maleate
11
Vyzulta
Latanoprostene Bunod
11

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

Ophthalmology Physician Overview

How SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. fits within the Ophthalmology Physician landscape nationally.

22,090
Ophthalmology Physician Providers in US
56
States with Ophthalmology Physician
1,420
Avg Claims per Provider

SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s 210 claims are below the specialty average of 1,420.

Nearby Ophthalmology Physician Providers in Massachusetts

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Massachusetts, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as SARAGAS.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s specialty?
SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. specializes in Ophthalmology Physician and practices in SOMERVILLE, Massachusetts. Credentials: M.D..
How much does SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. wrote 210 Medicare Part D claims totaling $43K in drug costs for 45 beneficiaries.
Where is SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. located?
SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. is located at 413 HIGHLAND AVE, SOMERVILLE, MA, 02144. Phone: (617) 623-1900.
What is SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s NPI number?
SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134258171, issued on 03/05/2007.
Does SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s prescribing is 35% brand-name and 65% generic drugs by claim count, with $31K in brand drug costs.
How many Ophthalmology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 22,090 Ophthalmology Physician providers across 56 states in the US. The average Ophthalmology Physician provider writes 1,420 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Dorzolamide-Timolol, Latanoprost, Brimonidine Tartrate. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. accept Medicare?
SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 210 Part D claims and 45 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s credentials?
SAVVAS SARAGAS, M.D.'s NPI is 1134258171 with credentials M.D.. 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.

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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