Michael Schindel, M.D.
NPI 1881778256 · Family Medicine Physician · Lakewood, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Schindel, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Lakewood, CO (NPI 1881778256).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881778256
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 36617 (CO)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
575 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 | 176 | $128 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 170 | $9 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 64 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 64 | $181 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 56 | $90 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 18 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 79 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 373 | 120 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 230 | 58 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 121 | 43 |
| Losartan Potassium | 109 | 34 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 100 | 38 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 97 | 35 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,612 across 119 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
- 2006-10-24
- Last updated
- 2007-10-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Schindel's NPI number?
- Michael Schindel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881778256, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Schindel's specialty?
- Michael Schindel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Schindel located?
- Michael Schindel's practice location on file with NPPES is 7444 W Alaska Dr, Lakewood, CO 80226-3327.
- What is Michael Schindel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Schindel is (303) 936-0022.
- Does Michael Schindel accept Medicare?
- Michael Schindel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Schindel's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Schindel's NPI (1881778256) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.