Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. John Saranto, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1437371028
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2900 Chanticleer Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 950651816
(408) 497-0434
fax (408) 847-0988 - Mailing address
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2837 Lakeview Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 950625336
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 28, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G50818
- Medicaid
- CA #00G508180
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437371028. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
69
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$5,224
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 49 | 49 | $86 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 20 | 15 | $51 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Santa Cruz Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 49. This provider delivers 1.4× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. John Saranto's medical specialty?
Dr. John Saranto practices Surgery Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. John Saranto practice?
Dr. John Saranto practices at 2900 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 950651816. Office phone: 4084970434.
What is Dr. John Saranto's NPI?
Dr. John Saranto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437371028, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. John Saranto accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. John Saranto accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. John Saranto commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221); Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.