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Ophthalmology

Scott J. Sands, MD

Sees patients in Ennis, TX · Palestine, TX · Texas

Summary

Scott J. Sands, MD (Ophthalmology) is enrolled with Medicare at 2 practice locations in Ennis, TX and Palestine, TX. NPI 1235137621. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Scott J. Sands, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

OphthalmologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
52Years since medical school (graduated 1974)
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At DallasMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)
Daniel M Gold MD PAGroup practice

Quick answers

Where does Scott J. Sands see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Ennis, TX and Palestine, TX. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Scott J. Sands's specialty?
Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
Does Scott J. Sands accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Scott J. Sands accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Scott J. Sands?
(903) 731-4653, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Scott J. Sands's NPI number?
1235137621. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Scott J. Sands is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Scott J. Sands as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Daniel M Gold MD PA10 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other ophthalmologists in Texas

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Texas — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical School At Dallas
Graduation year1974
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1235137621
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians