Michael Lewko, MD
NPI 1730121799 · Rheumatology Physician · Clifton, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Lewko, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Clifton, NJ (NPI 1730121799).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730121799
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25MA05034900 (NJ)
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
20 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
119 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 119 | $91 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $91–$91 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 92 | 40 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 73 | 30 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 43 | 22 |
| Leflunomide | 34 | 14 |
| Celecoxib | 26 | 14 |
| Tofacitinib Citratebrand: Xeljanz Xr | 23 | — |
| Naproxen | 21 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$264 across 3 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
- 2006-06-12
- Last updated
- 2008-04-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Lewko's NPI number?
- Michael Lewko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730121799, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Lewko's specialty?
- Michael Lewko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Lewko located?
- Michael Lewko's practice location on file with NPPES is 871 Allwood Rd, Clifton, NJ 07012.
- What is Michael Lewko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Lewko is (973) 405-5163.
- Does Michael Lewko accept Medicare?
- Michael Lewko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Lewko's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Lewko's NPI (1730121799) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.