Michael Gale, MD
NPI 1356886782 · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician · Portland, OR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Gale, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician provider in Portland, OR (NPI 1356886782).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356886782
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD215419 (OR)
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
9 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
1,206 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 | 319 | $96 |
| 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 | 289 | $16 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 197 | $27 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 128 | $21 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 85 | $20 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Cornea to Determine Thickness76514 | 65 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 317 | 129 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 250 | 88 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 191 | 74 |
| Timolol Maleate | 129 | 54 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 110 | 54 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 66 | 30 |
| Ofloxacin | 50 | 39 |
| Netarsudil Mesylatebrand: Rhopressa |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$278 across 2 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)
- Uc Davis Eye Center4860 Y Street Suite 2400Sacramento, CA 95817-2307Phone: (916) 734-6602
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-12-20
- Last updated
- 2025-07-17
- Certified
- 2025-07-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Gale's NPI number?
- Michael Gale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356886782, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Gale's specialty?
- Michael Gale is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Gale located?
- Michael Gale's practice location on file with NPPES is 3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, Portland, OR 97239-3011.
- What is Michael Gale's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Gale is (503) 494-3000.
- Does Michael Gale accept Medicare?
- Michael Gale is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Gale's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Gale's NPI (1356886782) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.