Michael Saunders
NPI 1891873253 · Gastroenterology Physician · Seattle, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Saunders is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Seattle, WA (NPI 1891873253).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891873253
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD00033176 (WA)
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
335 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound Exam of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope Through Mouth43237 | 40 | $165 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 37 | $90 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 36 | $268 |
| Review By Radiologist of Image From Tube Placement Into Bile Duct Using an Endoscope74328 | 31 | $25 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 30 | $72 |
| Insertion of Stent Into Pancreatic Or Bile Duct Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 99 | 28 |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 39 | — |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 37 | 12 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 36 | 36 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 23 | 22 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 21 | — |
| Promethazine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$317 across 2 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
- 2006-11-02
- Last updated
- 2012-12-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Saunders's NPI number?
- Michael Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891873253, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Saunders's specialty?
- Michael Saunders is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Saunders located?
- Michael Saunders's practice location on file with NPPES is University of Washington Medical Ctr, Seattle, WA 98195-6160.
- What is Michael Saunders's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Saunders is (206) 598-4377.
- Does Michael Saunders accept Medicare?
- Michael Saunders is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Saunders's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Saunders's NPI (1891873253) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-12-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.