Michael Desalvo, MD
NPI 1477504397 · Otolaryngology Physician · Metairie, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Desalvo, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Metairie, LA (NPI 1477504397).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477504397
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD09789R (LA)
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
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
1,444 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 454 | $82 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 298 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 240 | $115 |
| Exam of the Nose and Throat Using an Endoscope92511 | 88 | $101 |
| Test to Assess Middle Ear Function92567 | 87 | $15 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 85 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 46 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 318 | 245 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 192 | 98 |
| Levofloxacin | 152 | 111 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 141 | 80 |
| Famotidine | 100 | 43 |
| Omeprazole | 98 | 40 |
| Cefdinir | 89 | 73 |
| Azithromycin | 87 | 68 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$376 across 22 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
- 2006-05-15
- Last updated
- 2008-04-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Desalvo's NPI number?
- Michael Desalvo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477504397, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Desalvo's specialty?
- Michael Desalvo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Desalvo located?
- Michael Desalvo's practice location on file with NPPES is 3645 Houma Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006.
- What is Michael Desalvo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Desalvo is (504) 885-4677.
- Does Michael Desalvo accept Medicare?
- Michael Desalvo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Desalvo's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Desalvo's NPI (1477504397) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.