DR. MICHAEL FARGUSSON M.D
NPI 1053730168
Emergency Medicine in Palo Alto, CA

Active since April 16, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.62/100
CMS Quality Rating
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103, PALO ALTO, CA 94306(888) 731-8994 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 9, 2026, Jun 22, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Michael Fargusson M.d NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. MICHAEL FARGUSSON M.D (NPI 1053730168) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (A138769) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Loma Linda, and is a graduate of Loma Linda University School Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053730168
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL FARGUSSONCredential: M.D
Location Address195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103Palo Alto, CA 94306-2073
Mailing Address195 Page Mill Rd Ste 103Palo Alto, CA 94306-2073
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 16, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 9, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 9, 2026
NPI 1053730168 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in CA · A138769
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 111234 Anderson St, Loma Linda University Medical Center-Emergency MedicineLoma Linda, CA 92354-2804 · Phone (909) 558-4085

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Michael Fargusson M.d is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1355611799
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170718003201
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
311 services295 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
271 services253 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
149 services147 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
89 services88 patients
Insertion of non-tunneled central venous tube for infusion (5 years or older) 36556
This procedure involves placing a thin tube into a large vein, usually in the neck or chest, to administer medication or fluids. It's done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. It's a standard, safe procedure for individuals aged 5 and above.
14 services14 patients
Emergent insertion of breathing tube into windpipe using an endoscope 31500
This is a procedure where a thin tube is inserted into your windpipe to aid in breathing. It's done in emergency situations, using an endoscope, a tool with a light and camera, to ensure correct placement.
12 services12 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94306 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$106.47 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $26.61 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$121.77 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $30.44 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

94.62/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.67
Improvement Activities40
Cost97.14

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Nurse Practitioner
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Obstetrics & Gynecology
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Nurse Practitioner (Women's Health)
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Nurse Practitioner
195 PAGE MILL RD STE 103
PALO ALTO, CA 94306

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Michael Fargusson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Fargusson is 1053730168. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 16, 2014.

Where is Michael Fargusson located?

Michael Fargusson practices at 195 Page Mill Rd Ste 103, Palo Alto, CA 94306. The listed phone number is (888) 731-8994.

What is Michael Fargusson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Michael Fargusson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Fargusson is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Michael Fargusson accept?

Health plans from Molina Healthcare list Michael Fargusson as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Fargusson was last updated on January 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.