Michael Pistorius, M.D.
NPI 1740256528 · Family Medicine Physician · Minden, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Pistorius, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Minden, LA (NPI 1740256528).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740256528
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 12753 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
142 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Part of Lower Jaw, 1-4 Views70100 | 25 | $21 |
| X-Ray of Soft Tissue of Neck70360 | 25 | $18 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 25 | $22 |
| Imaging for Evaluation of Swallowing Function74230 | 25 | $65 |
| Single Contrast X-Ray of Upper Digestive Tract74240 | 25 | $70 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 17 | $14 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $14–$70 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, 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.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-23
- Last updated
- 2016-04-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Pistorius's NPI number?
- Michael Pistorius's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740256528, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Pistorius's specialty?
- Michael Pistorius is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Pistorius located?
- Michael Pistorius's practice location on file with NPPES is 208 Morris Dr, Minden, LA 71055-3053.
- What is Michael Pistorius's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Pistorius is (318) 377-8260.
- Does Michael Pistorius accept Medicare?
- Michael Pistorius is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Pistorius's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Pistorius's NPI (1740256528) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-04-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.