Michael Polo, M.D.
NPI 1942347257 · Psychiatry Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Psychiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Polo, M.D. is a Psychiatry Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1942347257).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1942347257
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Psychiatry PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A107883 (CA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,822 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 | 876 | $135 |
| Psychotherapy With Evaluation and Management Visit, 30 Minutes90833 | 761 | $74 |
| 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 | 88 | $17 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 56 | $133 |
| Psychotherapy, 45 Minutes90834 | 22 | $105 |
| Psychotherapy With Evaluation and Management Visit, 1 Hour90838 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 70 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Alprazolam | 444 | 86 |
| Lorazepam | 334 | 64 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 302 | 51 |
| Clonazepam | 288 | 49 |
| Lamotrigine | 272 | 46 |
| Trazodone Hcl | 269 | 66 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 269 | 56 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,063 across 46 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 215 Pesetas LnSanta Barbara, CA 93110-1416Phone: (805) 681-1761Fax: (805) 681-1768
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-01-30
- Last updated
- 2019-01-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Polo's NPI number?
- Michael Polo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942347257, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Polo's specialty?
- Michael Polo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Psychiatry Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Polo located?
- Michael Polo's practice location on file with NPPES is 3916 State St Ste 300, Santa Barbara, CA 93105-3137.
- What is Michael Polo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Polo is (805) 681-7517.
- Does Michael Polo accept Medicare?
- Michael Polo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Polo's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Polo's NPI (1942347257) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-01-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.