Michael Drass, MD
NPI 1225144520 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Altoona, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Drass, MD is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Altoona, PA (NPI 1225144520).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1225144520
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD053729L (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,019 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 880 | $90 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 168 | $117 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 115 | $131 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level64494 | 115 | $74 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 87 | $121 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 518 | 134 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 466 | 71 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 451 | 42 |
| Baclofen | 301 | 79 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 281 | 49 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 188 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,312 across 66 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-21
- Last updated
- 2008-03-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Drass's NPI number?
- Michael Drass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225144520, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Drass's specialty?
- Michael Drass is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Drass located?
- Michael Drass's practice location on file with NPPES is 1402 9th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602-2415.
- What is Michael Drass's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Drass is (814) 940-2000.
- Does Michael Drass accept Medicare?
- Michael Drass is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Drass's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Drass's NPI (1225144520) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.