Michael Schwalbe, M.D.
NPI 1578981650 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Anchorage, AK
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Schwalbe, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Anchorage, AK (NPI 1578981650).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578981650
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 65689 (WI)
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
12 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
2,236 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 758 | $48 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 366 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 236 | $45 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 177 | $105 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tumor, Manual88360 | 157 | $54 |
| Cell Examination of Specimen, Concentration Technique88108 | 98 | $29 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-04-04
- Last updated
- 2022-01-11
- Certified
- 2021-05-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Schwalbe's NPI number?
- Michael Schwalbe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578981650, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Schwalbe's specialty?
- Michael Schwalbe is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Schwalbe located?
- Michael Schwalbe's practice location on file with NPPES is 3600 Providence Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-4615.
- What is Michael Schwalbe's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Schwalbe is (907) 212-3098.
- Does Michael Schwalbe accept Medicare?
- Michael Schwalbe is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Schwalbe's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Schwalbe's NPI (1578981650) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-01-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.