DR. MICHAEL D ALTER M.D.
NPI 1225072812
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in St. Paul, MN

Active since June 15, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
401 PHALEN BLVD - MS 41102D, HEALTHPARTNERS SPECIALTY CENTER 401, ST. PAUL, MN 55130(651) 254-7670(651) 254-7676 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 24, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Michael D Alter M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL D ALTER M.D. (NPI 1225072812) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in St. Paul, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (40442) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lakeview Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Toledo College Of Medicine (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225072812
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL D ALTERCredential: M.D.
Location Address401 PHALEN BLVD - MS 41102D, HEALTHPARTNERS SPECIALTY CENTER 401St. Paul, MN 55130-5302
Mailing Address8170 33rd Ave S, Ms21110qMinneapolis, MN 55425-4516 · (651) 254-7670 · Fax (651) 254-7676
Fax(651) 254-7676
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Toledo College Of MedicineGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateJune 15, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 24, 2014
NPI 1225072812 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 4

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License Licensed in MN · 40442
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 40442 (MN)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 40442 (MN)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Sleep MedicineTaxonomy 207RS0012X · License 40442 (MN)
401 PHALEN BLVD - MS 41102D, St. Paul, MN 55130

Other Identifiers 13

OtherB700MN · Champus/triwest
Other1019748MN · Preferred One
Other48-00478MN · Medica Choice
OtherP00292274Railroad Medicare
Medicaid0714345IA
Other824483MN · Araz
Other41-00006MN · Medica Primary
OtherHP27672MN · Healthpartners
Other707T3ALMN · Bcbs
Medicaid34365000WI
Medicaid293027700MN
Medicaid0149383MT
Other151468MN · Ucare

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 D Alter 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 ID3173579257
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050323000185
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 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.

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.
121 services56 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
44 services39 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
43 services38 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
20 services19 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
18 services17 patients
Sleep study including heart rate, breathing, airflow, and effort 95806
A sleep study monitors your heart rate, breathing patterns, airflow, and physical effort while you sleep. It helps identify sleep disorders by tracking your sleep stages and cycles. This data aids doctors in diagnosing and treating sleep-related issues.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Lakeview Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Stillwater, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number240066
Location927 West Churchill StreetStillwater, MN 55082 · Washington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Regions Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Paul, MN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240106
Location640 Jackson StreetSaint Paul, MN 55101 · Ramsey County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55130 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 14

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers57 claims57 services$29.65 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers37 claims37 services$68.26 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers38 claims82 services$26.80 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers26 claims90 services$11.54 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
8 suppliers19 claims93 services$10.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
10 suppliers58 claims58 services$38.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

Internal Medicine
401 PHALEN BLVD - MS 41102D, HEALTHPARTNERS SPECIALTY CENTER 401
ST. PAUL, MN 55130
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
401 PHALEN BLVD - MS 41102D, HEALTHPARTNERS SPECIALTY CENTER 401
ST. PAUL, MN 55130

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 Alter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Alter is 1225072812. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 15, 2006.

Where is Michael Alter located?

Michael Alter practices at 401 Phalen Blvd - Ms 41102D Healthpartners Specialty Center 401, St. Paul, MN 55130. The listed phone number is (651) 254-7670.

What is Michael Alter's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Michael Alter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Alter 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 Alter accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners and Medica list Michael Alter 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 Michael Alter affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Alter is affiliated with Lakeview Memorial Hospital and Regions Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Alter was last updated on January 24, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.