Michael Thorpe, M.D.
NPI 1578666848 · Family Medicine Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Thorpe, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1578666848).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578666848
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G39970 (CA)
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
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
411 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 | 192 | $126 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 51 | $19 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 50 | $19 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 42 | $180 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Non-Automated81000 | 30 | $4 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 29 | $10 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 96 | 29 |
| Losartan Potassium | 71 | 19 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 68 | 19 |
| Metformin Hcl | 55 | 16 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 52 | 15 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 43 | — |
| Omeprazole |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$80 across 4 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
- 2006-09-05
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Thorpe's NPI number?
- Michael Thorpe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578666848, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Thorpe's specialty?
- Michael Thorpe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Thorpe located?
- Michael Thorpe's practice location on file with NPPES is 6001 Truxtun Ave Bldg D, Bakersfield, CA 93309-0679.
- What is Michael Thorpe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Thorpe is (661) 321-0730.
- Does Michael Thorpe accept Medicare?
- Michael Thorpe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Thorpe's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Thorpe's NPI (1578666848) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.