Michael Gaines, FNP-C
NPI 1043734882 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Port Lavaca, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Gaines, FNP-C is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Port Lavaca, TX (NPI 1043734882).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043734882
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- FNP-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- AP134737 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
228 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 75 | $12 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 47 | $104 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 26 | $16 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 26 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 22 | $74 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 88 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 117 | 41 |
| Prednisone | 115 | 103 |
| Gabapentin | 94 | 34 |
| Cephalexin | 73 | 65 |
| Lisinopril | 69 | 20 |
| Azithromycin | 62 | 60 |
| Meloxicam | 60 | 22 |
| Clonazepam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$355 across 8 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 220 Bonham StPort Lavaca, TX 77979-2605Phone: (361) 935-5027
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-08-02
- Last updated
- 2024-10-14
- Certified
- 2024-10-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Gaines's NPI number?
- Michael Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043734882, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Gaines's specialty?
- Michael Gaines is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Michael Gaines located?
- Michael Gaines's practice location on file with NPPES is 815 N Virginia St Fl 2, Port Lavaca, TX 77979-3025.
- What is Michael Gaines's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Gaines is (361) 552-0379.
- Does Michael Gaines accept Medicare?
- Michael Gaines is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Gaines's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Gaines's NPI (1043734882) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.