Michael Dicus, MD
NPI 1447339452 · Nephrology Physician · Salinas, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Dicus, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Salinas, CA (NPI 1447339452).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447339452
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A669020 (CA)
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
2,535 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 524 | $363 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 224 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 195 | $65 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 191 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 177 | $66 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 60 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 165 | 42 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 136 | 39 |
| Finerenonebrand: Kerendia | 117 | 18 |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 116 | 30 |
| Losartan Potassium | 115 | 40 |
| Furosemide | 102 | 30 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,090 across 54 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
- 2006-11-02
- Last updated
- 2023-03-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Dicus's NPI number?
- Michael Dicus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447339452, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Dicus's specialty?
- Michael Dicus is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Dicus located?
- Michael Dicus's practice location on file with NPPES is 917 Blanco Circle, Salinas, CA 93901-4446.
- What is Michael Dicus's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Dicus is (831) 755-7999.
- Does Michael Dicus accept Medicare?
- Michael Dicus is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Dicus's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Dicus's NPI (1447339452) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.