Michael Salmela, M.D.
NPI 1487979167 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · St Louis Park, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Salmela, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in St Louis Park, MN (NPI 1487979167).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487979167
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 56708 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,107 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mri Scan of Lower Spinal Canal Without Contrast72148 | 125 | $189 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 97 | $305 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 86 | $101 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Head With Contrast70496 | 82 | $78 |
| Ct Scan of Blood Vessels of Neck With Contrast70498 | 80 | $75 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 74 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-04-06
- Last updated
- 2016-08-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Salmela's NPI number?
- Michael Salmela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487979167, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Salmela's specialty?
- Michael Salmela is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Salmela located?
- Michael Salmela's practice location on file with NPPES is 3931 Louisiana Ave S, St Louis Park, MN 55426-5000.
- What is Michael Salmela's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Salmela is (952) 993-5000.
- Does Michael Salmela accept Medicare?
- Michael Salmela is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Salmela's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Salmela's NPI (1487979167) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.