ROBERT MICHAEL FAIRCHILD M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1255607214
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Palo Alto, CA

Q: What is Robert Fairchild's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Fairchild is 1255607214. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2012.

Q: What is Robert Fairchild's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Fairchild was last updated on April 29, 2024. 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.

Active since March 23, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

76.5/100

CMS Quality Rating

300 PASTEUR DR, PALO ALTO, CA 94304(650) 723-4000(650) 498-6205 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 29, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 29, 2024, Nov 29, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Robert Michael Fairchild M.d., Ph.d. NPPES

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

ROBERT MICHAEL FAIRCHILD M.D., PH.D. (NPI 1255607214) is an individual rheumatology provider in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (A126504) and active in the NPI registry since March 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255607214

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X

Provider Legal NameROBERT MICHAEL FAIRCHILDCredential: M.D., PH.D.

Location Address300 PASTEUR DRPalo Alto, CA 94304-2203

Mailing Address300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304-2203 · (650) 723-4000 · Fax (650) 498-6205

Phone(650) 723-4000

Fax(650) 498-6205

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSColumbia University College Of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateApril 29, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 29, 2024

✔ NPI 1255607214 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RR0500X

License✔ Licensed in CA · A126504

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 126504 (CA)

300 PASTEUR DR, Palo Alto, CA 94304

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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

Robert Michael Fairchild M.d., Ph.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 ID2062780422

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170608001048

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 9

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.

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.

173 services130 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

53 services39 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

38 services34 patients

Complete ultrasound scan of joint 76881

A complete ultrasound scan of a joint is a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to create images of your joint. It helps identify problems like inflammation, injury, or disease. It's painless, safe, and doesn't involve radiation.

29 services25 patients

Limited ultrasound scan of joint or other extremity structure except blood vessels 76882

A limited ultrasound scan of a joint or other extremity structure lacking blood vessels is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the inside of your body. This helps in diagnosing and monitoring conditions related to your joints or other similar structures.

20 services18 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint using ultrasound guidance 20604

This procedure involves using ultrasound to accurately locate a small joint. A needle is then carefully inserted to remove fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. This can help diagnose or treat joint issues. It's generally safe and minimally invasive.

18 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94304 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

$156.67 typical visit price

range $70.37 – $206.04

Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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.

76.5/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

74.31

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

43.95

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.

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