Michael Palmer, D.C., P.A.-C
NPI 1275506842 · Physician Assistant · Florence, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Palmer, D.C., P.A.-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Florence, AL (NPI 1275506842).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275506842
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- D.C., P.A.-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 1975 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Chiropractic Providers
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
20 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
1,304 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 350 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 259 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 131 | $28 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 130 | $127 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 112 | $38 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 48 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac Sodium | 267 | 102 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 217 | 127 |
| Meloxicam | 177 | 91 |
| Methylprednisolone | 96 | 93 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 84 | 35 |
| Gabapentin | 78 | 50 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 59 | 51 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-13
- Last updated
- 2016-11-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Palmer's NPI number?
- Michael Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275506842, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Palmer's specialty?
- Michael Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Michael Palmer located?
- Michael Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 172 Ana Dr, Florence, AL 35630-1759.
- What is Michael Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Palmer is (256) 275-0567.
- Does Michael Palmer accept Medicare?
- Michael Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Palmer's NPI (1275506842) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-11-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.