Michael Fargusson, M.D
NPI 1053730168 · Emergency Medicine Physician · Palo Alto, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Fargusson, M.D is a Emergency Medicine Physician provider in Palo Alto, CA (NPI 1053730168).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053730168
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Emergency Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A138769 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 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
846 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 311 | $181 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 271 | $9 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 149 | $223 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 89 | $125 |
| Insertion of Non-Tunneled Central Venous Tube for Infusion (5 Years Or Older)36556 | 14 | $87 |
| Emergent Insertion of Breathing Tube Into Windpipe Using an Endoscope31500 | 12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | 58 | 56 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 30 | 30 |
| Cephalexin | 26 | 25 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 26 | 26 |
| Methylprednisolone | 23 | 23 |
| Prednisone | 19 | 19 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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)
- 11234 Anderson StLoma Linda University Medical Center-Emergency MedicineLoma Linda, CA 92354-2804Phone: (909) 558-4085
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-04-16
- Last updated
- 2026-01-09
- Certified
- 2026-01-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Fargusson's NPI number?
- Michael Fargusson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053730168, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Fargusson's specialty?
- Michael Fargusson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Emergency Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Fargusson located?
- Michael Fargusson's practice location on file with NPPES is 195 Page Mill Rd Ste 103, Palo Alto, CA 94306-2073.
- What is Michael Fargusson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Fargusson is (888) 731-8994.
- Does Michael Fargusson accept Medicare?
- Michael Fargusson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Fargusson's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Fargusson's NPI (1053730168) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.