Michael Tekeste, MD
NPI 1881952091 · Nephrology Physician · Seattle, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Tekeste, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Seattle, WA (NPI 1881952091).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881952091
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 177351 (OR)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
778 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 Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 264 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 207 | $138 |
| 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 | 181 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 94 | $236 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 20 | $182 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 100 | 33 |
| Furosemide | 67 | 24 |
| Losartan Potassium | 52 | 25 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 42 | 16 |
| Lisinopril | 38 | 12 |
| Calcitriol | 33 | 11 |
| Prednisone | 28 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$5,453 across 6 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
- 2012-04-25
- Last updated
- 2018-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Tekeste's NPI number?
- Michael Tekeste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881952091, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Tekeste's specialty?
- Michael Tekeste is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Tekeste located?
- Michael Tekeste's practice location on file with NPPES is 904 7th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1132.
- What is Michael Tekeste's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Tekeste is (206) 860-4478.
- Does Michael Tekeste accept Medicare?
- Michael Tekeste is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Tekeste's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Tekeste's NPI (1881952091) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.