Michael Taipale, D.O.
NPI 1447697974 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Saginaw, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Taipale, D.O. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Saginaw, MI (NPI 1447697974).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447697974
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5101020476 (MI)
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,488 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 308 | $65 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 224 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 176 | $121 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 137 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 63 | $86 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 330 | 91 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 329 | 98 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 303 | 106 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 297 | 101 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 174 | 57 |
| Isosorbide Mononitratebrand: Isosorbide Mononitrate Er | 170 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$200 across 5 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 (3)
- 1514 W Caro RdCaro, MI 48723-9260Phone: (989) 583-4700
- 4675 Hill St Ste BCass City, MI 48726-1008Phone: (989) 583-4700
- 800 Cooper Ave Ste 3Saginaw, MI 48602-5371Phone: (989) 583-4700
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-05-23
- Last updated
- 2024-01-12
- Certified
- 2024-01-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Taipale's NPI number?
- Michael Taipale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447697974, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Taipale's specialty?
- Michael Taipale is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Taipale located?
- Michael Taipale's practice location on file with NPPES is 900 Cooper Ave Ste 4100, Saginaw, MI 48602-5182.
- What is Michael Taipale's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Taipale is (989) 583-4700.
- Does Michael Taipale accept Medicare?
- Michael Taipale is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Taipale's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Taipale's NPI (1447697974) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.