Michael Kaufman, MD
NPI 1851336986 · Internal Medicine Physician · Taos, NM
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Kaufman, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Taos, NM (NPI 1851336986).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851336986
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 71-161 (NM)
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
3,726 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 | 788 | $121 |
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 716 | $4 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 548 | $17 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 462 | $16 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 438 | $17 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 103 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 869 | 277 |
| Lisinopril | 379 | 106 |
| Metformin Hcl | 341 | 103 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 320 | 102 |
| Omeprazole | 290 | 97 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 277 | 79 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$139 across 1 record (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
- 2006-06-20
- Last updated
- 2008-04-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Kaufman's NPI number?
- Michael Kaufman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851336986, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Kaufman's specialty?
- Michael Kaufman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Kaufman located?
- Michael Kaufman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1399 Weimer Rd, Taos, NM 87571-6340.
- What is Michael Kaufman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Kaufman is (505) 758-2224.
- Does Michael Kaufman accept Medicare?
- Michael Kaufman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Kaufman's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Kaufman's NPI (1851336986) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.