Ira Michaelson, MD
NPI 1649261256 · Gastroenterology Physician · Minot, ND
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ira Michaelson, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Minot, ND (NPI 1649261256).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649261256
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 44790 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,117 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 | 219 | $236 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 173 | $101 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Colonoscopy on Individual at High RiskG0105 | 163 | $167 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43235 | 100 | $99 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45378 | 97 | $160 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 373 | 359 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 280 | 273 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 146 | 50 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 130 | 126 |
| Famotidine | 93 | 31 |
| Omeprazole | 89 | 34 |
| Sucralfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$13 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 47647 Caleo Bay Dr Ste 210La Quinta, CA 92253-8858Phone: (760) 771-1000Fax: (760) 771-9001
- 170 Governors AveMedford, MA 02155-1643Phone: (781) 306-6890Fax: (781) 306-6895
- 170 Governors AveMedford, MA 02155-1643Phone: (781) 306-6890Fax: (781) 306-6895
- 400 Burdick Expy EMinot, ND 58701-4768Phone: (701) 857-7389
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-02
- Last updated
- 2025-05-01
- Certified
- 2025-05-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ira Michaelson's NPI number?
- Ira Michaelson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649261256, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ira Michaelson's specialty?
- Ira Michaelson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ira Michaelson located?
- Ira Michaelson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2305 37th Ave Sw, Minot, ND 58701-7669.
- What is Ira Michaelson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ira Michaelson is (701) 857-5000.
- Does Ira Michaelson accept Medicare?
- Ira Michaelson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ira Michaelson's NPI active?
- Yes — Ira Michaelson's NPI (1649261256) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.