Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sara Diem, PAC
Surgical Physician Assistant (CMS: Physician Assistant) · Physician Assistant · Medical Physician Assistant · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1710166129
- Accepts Medicare
- 19 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
316 Martin Luther King JR Way
Tacoma, WA 984054252
(253) 403-5200
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 16, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363AS0400X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #PA10005314
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1710166129. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
117
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$8,990
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 102 | 89 | $75 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 15 | 15 | $89 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Tacoma Surgical Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 63. This provider delivers 1.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
161
Patients
62
Total drug cost
$1,194
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 59 | 25 | $478 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 21 | 0 | $159 |
| Hydroxyzine Pamoate | Generic | 21 | 11 | $109 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 17 | 11 | $155 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 16 | 0 | $56 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 15 | 15 | $135 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $102 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sara Diem's medical specialty?
Dr. Sara Diem practices Surgical Physician Assistant in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. Sara Diem practice?
Dr. Sara Diem practices at 316 Martin Luther King JR Way, Tacoma, WA 984054252. Office phone: 2534035200.
What is Dr. Sara Diem's NPI?
Dr. Sara Diem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710166129, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sara Diem accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sara Diem accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sara Diem commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.