Michael Garitty, M.D.
NPI 1962815332 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lake Charles, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Garitty, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Lake Charles, LA (NPI 1962815332).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1962815332
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- LL36939 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,933 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 | 428 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 424 | $118 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 420 | $41 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 343 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 308 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 219 | $41 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 191 | 109 |
| Celecoxib | 178 | 105 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 163 | 113 |
| Mupirocin | 112 | 108 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 93 | 89 |
| Cefadroxil | 86 | 80 |
| Methylprednisolone | 30 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,638 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 1325 E Fortification StJackson, MS 39202Phone: (601) 354-4488
- 701 Grove Rd2nd Floor Support TowerGreenville, SC 29605-4210Phone: (864) 455-7878Fax: (864) 455-7082
- 701 Grove Rd2nd Floor Support TowerGreenville, SC 29605-4210Phone: (864) 455-7878Fax: (864) 455-7082
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-03
- Last updated
- 2020-08-17
- Certified
- 2020-08-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Garitty's NPI number?
- Michael Garitty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962815332, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Garitty's specialty?
- Michael Garitty is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Garitty located?
- Michael Garitty's practice location on file with NPPES is 1747 Imperial Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70605-5362.
- What is Michael Garitty's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Garitty is (377) 721-7236.
- Does Michael Garitty accept Medicare?
- Michael Garitty is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Garitty's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Garitty's NPI (1962815332) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.