MICHAEL STEPHEN MCHALE MD
Complete NPI Record 1124017256
Internal Medicine - Hematology & Oncology in Sioux Falls, SD

Active since October 20, 2005PECOS Enrolled
1000 E. 23RD ST., STE. 230, SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105(605) 322-6900(605) 322-6901 Get Directions

NPPES record last updated: October 16, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Complete NPI Dataset

This page contains the complete raw NPPES record for Michael Stephen Mchale, MD (NPI 1124017256), an individual internal medicine provider in Sioux Falls, SD. All 87 fields on file are listed with their current values and official NPPES definitions, exactly as recorded in the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System. Only fields that contain data are included, so the number of fields shown varies from one NPI record to another.

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Registry File Document Utilities
NPI: 1124017256
Field 1/87
The 10-position all-numeric identification number assigned by the NPS to uniquely identify a health care provider. The NPI number includes an ISO standard check-digit in the 10th position. There is no intelligence about the health care provider in the number.
Entity Type Code: 1
Field 2/87
Code describing the type of health care provider that is being assigned an NPI. Codes are 1 = (Person): individual human being who furnishes health care; 2 = (Non-person): entity other than an individual human being that furnishes health care (for example, hospital, SNF, hospital subunit, pharmacy, or HMO).
Provider Last Name Legal Name: MCHALE
Field 3/87
The last name of the provider. If the provider is an individual, this is the legal name.
Provider First Name: MICHAEL
Field 4/87
The first name of the provider, if the provider is an individual.
Provider Middle Name: STEPHEN
Field 5/87
The middle name of the provider, if the provider is an individual.
Provider Credential Text: MD
Field 6/87
The abbreviations for professional degrees or credentials used or held by the provider, if the provider is an individual. Examples are MD, DDS, CSW, CNA, AA, NP, RNA, or PSY. These credential designations will not be verified by NPS.
Provider First Line Business Mailing Address: PO BOX 86370
Field 7/87
The first line mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider first line location address".
Provider Business Mailing Address City Name: SIOUX FALLS
Field 8/87
The city name in the mailing address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Mailing Address State Name: SD
Field 9/87
The State or Province name in the mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address State name".
Provider Business Mailing Address Postal Code: 571186370
Field 10/87
The postal ZIP or zone code in the mailing address of the provider being identified. NOTE: ZIP code plus 4-digit extension, if available. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address postal code".
Provider Business Mailing Address Country Code If outside U S : US
Field 11/87
The country code in the mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address country code".
Provider Business Mailing Address Telephone Number: 6053227510
Field 12/87
The telephone number associated with mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address telephone number".
Provider Business Mailing Address Fax Number: 6053226475
Field 13/87
The fax number associated with the mailing address of the provider being identified. This data element may contain the same information as "Provider location address fax number".
Provider First Line Business Practice Location Address: 1000 E. 23RD ST.
Field 14/87
The first line location address of the provider being identified. For providers with more than one physical location, this is the primary location. This address cannot include a Post Office box.
Provider Second Line Business Practice Location Address: STE. 230
Field 15/87
The second line location address of the provider being identified. For providers with more than one physical location, this is the primary location. This address cannot include a Post Office box.
Provider Business Practice Location Address City Name: SIOUX FALLS
Field 16/87
The city name in the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address State Name: SD
Field 17/87
The State code in the location of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Postal Code: 571052122
Field 18/87
The postal ZIP or zone code in the location address of the provider being identified. NOTE: ZIP code plus 4-digit extension, if available.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Country Code If outside U S : US
Field 19/87
The country code in the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Telephone Number: 6053226900
Field 20/87
The telephone number associated with the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Business Practice Location Address Fax Number: 6053226901
Field 21/87
The fax number associated with the location address of the provider being identified.
Provider Gender Code: M
Field 24/87
The code designating the provider's gender if the provider is a person.
Healthcare Provider Taxonomy Code 1: 207RH0003X
Field 25/87
This field represents the provider's taxonomy code, which classifies their type, classification, and area of specialization. This code comes from the Healthcare Provider Taxonomy Code Set maintained by the National Uniform Claim Committee (NUCC). The NPS will associate these data with the license data for providers with Entity type code = 1.
Provider License Number 1: 1762
Field 26/87
The license number issued to the provider being identified. The NPS can accommodate multiple license numbers for multiple specialties and for multiple States. The NPS will associate this data element with "provider taxonomy code".
Provider License Number State Code 1: SD
Field 27/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the provider's license. This field is linked to the Provider License Number field and identifies the jurisdiction where that license is valid. A provider may have multiple state codes if they hold licenses in more than one state.
Healthcare Provider Primary Taxonomy Switch 1: Y
Field 28/87
This field shows whether the related taxonomy code is the provider's primary specialty. It is a single-character value: "Y" indicates the taxonomy is the primary one, while "N" indicates it is not. Each provider record can have only one taxonomy code marked as primary.
Other Provider Identifier 1: 24470
Field 29/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 1: 01
Field 30/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 1: HEALTHPARTNERS
Field 31/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 2: 30471
Field 32/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 2: 01
Field 33/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 2: IA
Field 34/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 2: BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD IA
Field 35/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 3: 2998450
Field 36/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 3: 05
Field 37/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 3: IA
Field 38/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 4: 169798
Field 39/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 4: 01
Field 40/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 4: UCARE
Field 41/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 5: P01072853
Field 42/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 5: 01
Field 43/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 5: SD
Field 44/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 5: RR MEDICARE
Field 45/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 6: 6630212
Field 46/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 6: 05
Field 47/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 6: SD
Field 48/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 7: 20851
Field 49/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 7: 01
Field 50/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 7: SIOUX VALLEY HEALTH PLAN
Field 51/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 8: 429521028115
Field 52/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 8: 01
Field 53/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 8: PREFERRED ONE
Field 54/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 9: 6630217
Field 55/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 9: 05
Field 56/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 9: SD
Field 57/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 10: 1229
Field 58/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 10: 01
Field 59/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 10: AVERA
Field 60/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 11: 261883400
Field 61/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 11: 05
Field 62/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 11: MN
Field 63/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 12: 1762
Field 64/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 12: 01
Field 65/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 12: DAKOTACARE
Field 66/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 13: 36-00289
Field 67/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 13: 01
Field 68/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 13: MEDICA-SELECTCARE
Field 69/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 14: 1689188
Field 70/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 14: 01
Field 71/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 14: THE ARAZ GROUP
Field 72/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 15: 830008098
Field 73/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 15: 01
Field 74/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 15: RAILROAD MEDICARE
Field 75/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 16: 0040332
Field 76/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 16: 01
Field 77/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 16: SD
Field 78/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 16: BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD SD
Field 79/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Other Provider Identifier 17: 46048458000
Field 80/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 17: 05
Field 81/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 17: NE
Field 82/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier 18: 268R4MC
Field 83/87
An additional identifier number for the provider, either current or previously used. This may include IDs issued by health plans, state agencies, or other organizations. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier Type Code 18: 01
Field 84/87
A code that specifies the type of additional identifier associated with the provider, either current or past. Examples include UPIN (Universal Provider Identification Number), NSC (National Supplier Clearinghouse), OSCAR (CMS Certification Number), DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration number), state Medicaid ID, or a plan-specific PIN. The value is collected from the NPI application or update form.
Other Provider Identifier State 18: MN
Field 85/87
The two-letter state code representing the U.S. state or territory that issued the additional provider identifier. This links the Other Provider Identifier to the state where it is valid or was assigned.
Other Provider Identifier Issuer 18: BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD MN
Field 86/87
The name of the organization, agency, or health plan that assigned the additional provider identifier. This identifies who issued the number linked to Other Provider Identifier 1 (for example, a state Medicaid agency, Medicare, or a private insurance company).
Is Sole Proprietor: N
Field 87/87
Indicates whether the provider is registered as a sole proprietor. This is a single-character code: "Y" means the provider operates as a sole proprietor, and "N" means they do not.

Other Provider Identifiers 18

Legacy and payer-issued identifiers reported to the NPPES registry for this provider.

24470 Other
Identifier 1/18
Issuer: Healthpartners
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
30471 Other
Identifier 2/18
State: IA · Issuer: Blue Cross Blue Shield Ia
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
2998450 Medicaid
Identifier 3/18
State: IA
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.
169798 Other
Identifier 4/18
Issuer: Ucare
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
P01072853 Other
Identifier 5/18
State: SD · Issuer: Rr Medicare
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
6630212 Medicaid
Identifier 6/18
State: SD
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.
20851 Other
Identifier 7/18
Issuer: Sioux Valley Health Plan
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
429521028115 Other
Identifier 8/18
Issuer: Preferred One
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
6630217 Medicaid
Identifier 9/18
State: SD
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.
1229 Other
Identifier 10/18
Issuer: Avera
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
261883400 Medicaid
Identifier 11/18
State: MN
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.
1762 Other
Identifier 12/18
Issuer: Dakotacare
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
36-00289 Other
Identifier 13/18
Issuer: Medica-selectcare
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
1689188 Other
Identifier 14/18
Issuer: The Araz Group
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
830008098 Other
Identifier 15/18
Issuer: Railroad Medicare
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
0040332 Other
Identifier 16/18
State: SD · Issuer: Blue Cross Blue Shield Sd
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
46048458000 Medicaid
Identifier 17/18
State: NE
Medicaid (State-specific): A provider identification number assigned by an individual state's Medicaid program, used for billing and enrollment within that state's Medicaid system.
268R4MC Other
Identifier 18/18
State: MN · Issuer: Blue Cross Blue Shield Mn
Other: An additional provider identifier that does not correspond to any of the other defined identifier type categories.
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