Michael Cross, M.D.
NPI 1235397043 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Indianapolis, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Cross, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Indianapolis, IN (NPI 1235397043).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235397043
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2477521 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
1,045 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 | 155 | $84 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 144 | $29 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 140 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 122 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 107 | $52 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 100 | $35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 322 | 146 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 271 | 104 |
| Cefadroxil | 162 | 146 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 62 | 58 |
| Amoxicillin | 54 | 40 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 51 | 33 |
| Meloxicam | 48 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$115,419 across 115 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
- 2008-05-28
- Last updated
- 2024-05-08
- Certified
- 2024-05-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Cross's NPI number?
- Michael Cross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235397043, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Cross's specialty?
- Michael Cross is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Cross located?
- Michael Cross's practice location on file with NPPES is 8450 Northwest Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46278-1381.
- What is Michael Cross's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Cross is (317) 802-2000.
- Does Michael Cross accept Medicare?
- Michael Cross is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Cross's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Cross's NPI (1235397043) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.