Michael Sifford, M.D.
NPI 1538243720 · Gastroenterology Physician · Jonesboro, AR
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Sifford, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Jonesboro, AR (NPI 1538243720).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538243720
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 37470 (KY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
983 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 188 | $213 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 152 | $95 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 102 | $95 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 68 | $154 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 61 | $122 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Pegbrand: Peg 3350-Electrolyte | 125 | 123 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 123 | 123 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 83 | 28 |
| Sod Picosulf/Mag Ox/Citric Acbrand: Clenpiq | 28 | 27 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 25 | 25 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-C | 25 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$551 across 36 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
- 2006-10-24
- Last updated
- 2014-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Sifford's NPI number?
- Michael Sifford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538243720, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Sifford's specialty?
- Michael Sifford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Sifford located?
- Michael Sifford's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 East Matthews Suite E, Jonesboro, AR 72401-4344.
- What is Michael Sifford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Sifford is (870) 336-0472.
- Does Michael Sifford accept Medicare?
- Michael Sifford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Sifford's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Sifford's NPI (1538243720) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.