Michelle Tong
NPI 1659798023 · Gastroenterology Physician · Torrington, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michelle Tong is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Torrington, CT (NPI 1659798023).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659798023
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 64811 (CT)
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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
346 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 | 77 | $261 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 66 | $130 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 63 | $100 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 39 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 20 | $93 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 234 | 95 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 102 | 101 |
| Famotidine | 71 | 40 |
| Omeprazole | 66 | 29 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 57 | 14 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 33 | 13 |
| Sucralfate | 29 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,214 across 58 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 10 Nathan D Perlman PlNew York, NY 10003-3851Phone: (212) 420-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-03-24
- Last updated
- 2021-02-13
- Certified
- 2021-02-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michelle Tong's NPI number?
- Michelle Tong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659798023, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michelle Tong's specialty?
- Michelle Tong is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michelle Tong located?
- Michelle Tong's practice location on file with NPPES is 245 Alvord Park Rd Bldg B, Torrington, CT 06790-3493.
- What is Michelle Tong's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michelle Tong is (860) 496-0455.
- Does Michelle Tong accept Medicare?
- Michelle Tong is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michelle Tong's NPI active?
- Yes — Michelle Tong's NPI (1659798023) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.