Michael Palmer, M.D.
NPI 1669539862 · Surgery Physician · Eureka, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Palmer, M.D. is a Surgery Physician provider in Eureka, CA (NPI 1669539862).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669539862
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G65321 (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
5,493 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 869 | $92 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 496 | $200 |
| Ultrasound of Leg Arteries Or Artery Grafts93925 | 488 | $254 |
| Ultrasound Study of Arm Or Leg Veins With Compression and Maneuvers93970 | 399 | $196 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 363 | $130 |
| Complete Ultrasound of Aorta, Vena Cava, Groin Vessels Or Bypass Grafts93978 | 340 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 348 | 126 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 92 | 76 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 86 | 85 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 40 | 13 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 39 | 30 |
| Rivaroxaban |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$323 across 8 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
- 2007-01-03
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Palmer's NPI number?
- Michael Palmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669539862, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Palmer's specialty?
- Michael Palmer is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Palmer located?
- Michael Palmer's practice location on file with NPPES is 2321 Harrison Ave, Eureka, CA 95501-3216.
- What is Michael Palmer's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Palmer is (707) 445-3660.
- Does Michael Palmer accept Medicare?
- Michael Palmer is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Palmer's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Palmer's NPI (1669539862) 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.