Michael Knesek, MD
NPI 1336376367 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Munster, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sports Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Knesek, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Munster, IN (NPI 1336376367).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336376367
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01075358B (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
2,192 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 705 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 471 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 248 | $83 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 236 | $150 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 121 | $15 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | 79 | 76 |
| Gabapentin | 68 | 26 |
| Meloxicam | 67 | 27 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 34 | 24 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 32 | 27 |
| Amoxicillin | 24 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$207 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)
- 1500 S Lake Park AveSp402Hobart, IN 46342-6638Phone: (219) 945-4488Fax: (219) 947-6015
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-06-17
- Last updated
- 2021-06-10
- Certified
- 2021-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Knesek's NPI number?
- Michael Knesek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336376367, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Knesek's specialty?
- Michael Knesek is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Knesek located?
- Michael Knesek's practice location on file with NPPES is 9445 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 46321-2811.
- What is Michael Knesek's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Knesek is (219) 836-1060.
- Does Michael Knesek accept Medicare?
- Michael Knesek is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Knesek's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Knesek's NPI (1336376367) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-06-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.