Michael Schwuchow
NPI 1881371136 · Family Nurse Practitioner · Valparaiso, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Schwuchow is a Family Nurse Practitioner provider in Valparaiso, IN (NPI 1881371136).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881371136
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 71014046A (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
2 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
1,121 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 404 | $70 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 136 | $2 |
| Ultrasound Measurement of Bladder Capacity After Voiding51798 | 124 | $10 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 124 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 94 | $43 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 301 | 103 |
| Finasteride | 201 | 70 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 72 | 62 |
| Azithromycin | 39 | 37 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 33 | 29 |
| Methylprednisolone | 29 | 28 |
| Cephalexin | 23 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$315 across 12 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
- 2023-06-29
- Last updated
- 2023-06-29
- Certified
- 2023-06-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Schwuchow's NPI number?
- Michael Schwuchow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881371136, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Schwuchow's specialty?
- Michael Schwuchow is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Michael Schwuchow located?
- Michael Schwuchow's practice location on file with NPPES is 85 E US Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN 46383-8947.
- What is Michael Schwuchow's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Schwuchow is (219) 983-8300.
- Does Michael Schwuchow accept Medicare?
- Michael Schwuchow is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Schwuchow's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Schwuchow's NPI (1881371136) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-06-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.