Michael Gifford, MD
NPI 1588740005 · Dermatology Physician · San Jose, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Gifford, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in San Jose, CA (NPI 1588740005).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588740005
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A84494 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 85 | 40 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 60 | 17 |
| Calcipotriene | 39 | 23 |
| Apremilastbrand: Otezla | 34 | — |
| Fluorouracil | 28 | 26 |
| Pimecrolimus | 28 | 12 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 25 | 12 |
| Mupirocin |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-27
- Last updated
- 2021-12-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Gifford's NPI number?
- Michael Gifford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588740005, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Gifford's specialty?
- Michael Gifford is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Gifford located?
- Michael Gifford's practice location on file with NPPES is 260 International Cir, San Jose, CA 95119-1130.
- What is Michael Gifford's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Gifford is (408) 972-7000.
- Does Michael Gifford accept Medicare?
- Michael Gifford is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Gifford's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Gifford's NPI (1588740005) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.