Michael Gaines, MD
NPI 1497778047 · Family Medicine Physician · Oxford, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Gaines, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Oxford, AL (NPI 1497778047).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497778047
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9386 (AL)
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
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
8,795 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 | 1,221 | $117 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 981 | $7 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 922 | $13 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 722 | $16 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 678 | $10 |
| 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 · 154 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 407 | 157 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 350 | 148 |
| Gabapentin | 319 | 95 |
| Lisinopril | 304 | 121 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 241 | 85 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 232 | 90 |
| Omeprazole | 231 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$146 across 8 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
- 2006-07-25
- Last updated
- 2008-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Gaines's NPI number?
- Michael Gaines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497778047, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Gaines's specialty?
- Michael Gaines is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Gaines located?
- Michael Gaines's practice location on file with NPPES is 256 Oxford Exchange Blvd, Oxford, AL 36203-3453.
- What is Michael Gaines's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Gaines is (256) 835-0076.
- Does Michael Gaines accept Medicare?
- Michael Gaines is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Gaines's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Gaines's NPI (1497778047) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.