Michael Pietila, MD
NPI 1851315097 · Family Medicine Physician · Santa Ana, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Pietila, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Santa Ana, CA (NPI 1851315097).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851315097
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G83379 (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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,867 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 1,123 | $112 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 252 | $112 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 188 | $160 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 104 | $188 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 96 | $160 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 158 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 674 | 112 |
| Gabapentin | 463 | 75 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 410 | 45 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 405 | 44 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 393 | 68 |
| Famotidine | 284 | 50 |
| Lisinopril |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$144 across 2 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 (2)
- 10990 San Diego Mission RoadSan Diego, CA 92108Phone: (619) 528-1245Fax: (760) 471-5578
- 1926 Via CtrVista, CA 92081-6056Phone: (760) 940-7000Fax: (760) 940-0042
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-27
- Last updated
- 2020-10-20
- Certified
- 2020-10-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Pietila's NPI number?
- Michael Pietila's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851315097, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Pietila's specialty?
- Michael Pietila is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Pietila located?
- Michael Pietila's practice location on file with NPPES is 3401 W Sunflower Ave Ste 250, Santa Ana, CA 92704-6945.
- What is Michael Pietila's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Pietila is (888) 789-9585.
- Does Michael Pietila accept Medicare?
- Michael Pietila is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Pietila's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Pietila's NPI (1851315097) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.