Gerald Schell, M.D.
NPI 1871584011 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Saginaw, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gerald Schell, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Saginaw, MI (NPI 1871584011).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871584011
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301045222 (MI)
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
772 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 | 236 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 208 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 105 | $157 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 42 | $238 |
| Fusion of Spine in Lower Back22612 | 37 | $1,522 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Lower Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, 1 Segment |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 378 | 140 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 229 | 110 |
| Gabapentin | 202 | 75 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 145 | 52 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 80 | 38 |
| Pregabalin | 79 | 31 |
| Meloxicam | 75 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21 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
- 2005-11-04
- Last updated
- 2023-03-20
- Certified
- 2023-03-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gerald Schell's NPI number?
- Gerald Schell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871584011, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gerald Schell's specialty?
- Gerald Schell is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gerald Schell located?
- Gerald Schell's practice location on file with NPPES is 3160 Cabaret Trl S, Saginaw, MI 48603-2202.
- What is Gerald Schell's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gerald Schell is (989) 799-8712.
- Does Gerald Schell accept Medicare?
- Gerald Schell is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gerald Schell's NPI active?
- Yes — Gerald Schell's NPI (1871584011) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.