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RALPH DONALD MICHEL MD
NPI 1124522982
Anesthesiology in Seattle, WA

Active since March 19, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
61.72/100
CMS Quality Rating
1100 9TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98101(206) 223-6980 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 16, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 16, 2023, Apr 8, 2022, Mar 19, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Ralph Donald Michel Md NPPES

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

RALPH DONALD MICHEL MD (NPI 1124522982) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Seattle, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD61439004) and active in the NPI registry since March 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Florida College Of Medicine (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124522982
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameRALPH DONALD MICHELCredential: MD
Location Address1100 9TH AVESeattle, WA 98101-2756
Mailing Address1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101-2756 · (206) 223-6980
Phone(206) 223-6980
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Florida College Of MedicineGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 19, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 16, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 16, 2023
✔ NPI 1124522982 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD61439004
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1100 9TH AVE, Seattle, WA 98101
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ralph Donald Michel Md 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 ID2860738259
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230914000410
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Ralph Michel reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Virginia Mason Medical Center
Same address
Gastroenterology
1100 9TH AVE
Seattle, WA 98101
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 1,021 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1003970989 (206) 223-6600
Franciscan Medical Group
14 mi
Internal Medicine
2520 CHERRY AVE
Bremerton, WA 98310
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 1,526 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1154564649 (360) 377-3911

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

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.

Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
37 services36 patients
Continuous infusion of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) through catheter 64448
This procedure involves the slow, steady delivery of a medication into your thigh nerve. An anesthetic agent or steroid is used to manage pain or inflammation. It's a safe, effective way to deliver medication directly to the area that needs it.
30 services29 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
27 services27 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810
Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.
18 services18 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Seattle, WA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500005
Location925 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101 · King County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

61.72/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality83.44
Promoting Interoperability0
Improvement Activities40

Patient Reviews User submitted

Reviews are submitted by site visitors and approved by a human moderator before publication.

Review by Rodney ***** December 22, 2023

5/5
Dr. Michel was fantastic. Not only in overseeing the anesthesia of my procedure but also in working and leading his team. He had a couple of interns with his team and he did a fantastic job of explaining the procedure (I am a very challenging intubation) and the importance of the interns being there to learn and participate. He instilled confidence and super professionalism into the procedure.
Provider 5/5 Office Staff 5/5
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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.

JACLYN ANN SUBKOVIAK OT
Occupational Therapist
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 341-0461
MARCIE G HUME PHARM.D.
Pharmacist
1100 9TH AVE, MS C3-PO
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6877
DR. VINAY GUPTA MD
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6980
MARY JO BUKOVIC CCP
Contractor
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600
PEGAH SAFAEIAN D.O.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600
MRS. GENEVIEVE HOUDET-COTE SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
1100 9TH AVE, MS:H4-PMR
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 341-0461
ROBERT DALE MCCLURE MD
Surgery
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600
VIRGINIA MASON MEDICAL CENTER
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1100 9TH AVE
SEATTLE, WA 98101
King County (206) 223-6600

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 Ralph Michel's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ralph Michel is 1124522982. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 19, 2018.

Where is Ralph Michel located?

Ralph Michel practices at 1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101. The listed phone number is (206) 223-6980.

What is Ralph Michel's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Ralph Michel enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ralph Michel 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ralph Michel's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ralph Michel reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Virginia Mason Medical Center (Seattle, WA) and Franciscan Medical Group (Bremerton, WA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ralph Michel's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ralph Michel accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health and Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska list Ralph Michel 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.

Is Ralph Michel affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ralph Michel is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ralph Michel was last updated on November 16, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.