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Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)

Laurence R. Sands, MD

Sees patients in Miami, FL · Florida

Summary

Laurence R. Sands, MD (Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)) is enrolled with Medicare at 44 practice locations in Miami, FL and other places. NPI 1609832922. 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 Laurence R. 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

Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)Primary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
38Years since medical school (graduated 1988)
MaleGender (as listed)
University of MiamiGroup practice

Quick answers

Where does Laurence R. Sands see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 44 practice locations, including Miami, FL. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Laurence R. Sands's specialty?
Medicare lists Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) as the primary specialty, and also General Surgery.
Does Laurence R. Sands accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Laurence R. 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.
Does Laurence R. Sands offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Laurence R. Sands offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Laurence R. Sands?
(305) 243-4598, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Laurence R. Sands's NPI number?
1609832922. 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 Laurence R. Sands is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02). The first 5 of 44; the Medicare profile lists all.

Group practices

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

  • University of Miami2,377 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other colorectal surgeons in Miami

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Miami, FL — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Graduation year1988
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1609832922
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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