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MR. MICHAEL E. SABOL PA-C
NPI 1326135872
Physician Assistant in Hickory, NC

Active since October 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.01/100
CMS Quality Rating
1927 3RD AVENUE LN SE, HICKORY, NC 28602(980) 399-6330(704) 671-1095 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 20, 2026, Jul 21, 2022, Sep 20, 2017 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Mr. Michael E. Sabol Pa-c NPPES

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

MR. MICHAEL E. SABOL PA-C (NPI 1326135872) is an individual physician assistant in Hickory, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-02219) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Hickory, and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326135872
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. MICHAEL E. SABOLCredential: PA-C
Location Address1927 3RD AVENUE LN SEHickory, NC 28602-2960
Mailing Address1072 X Ray DrGastonia, NC 28054-7488 · (980) 399-6330 · Fax (704) 671-1095
Phone(980) 399-6330
Fax(704) 671-1095
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateOctober 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 20, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1326135872 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in NC · 0010-02219
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
1927 3RD AVENUE LN SE, Hickory, NC 28602
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1315 19th St SEHickory, NC 28602-4230 · Phone (828) 325-9849 · Fax (828) 325-9879

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.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

Mr. Michael E. Sabol Pa-c 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 ID5395827356
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100603000317
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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
2,687 services423 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.
1,115 services683 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
749 services505 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
287 services225 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
192 services166 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
94 services94 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28602 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.72 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

90.01/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality85.11
Promoting Interoperability94
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Advance Care Plan
100%2,250 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%7,086 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Melanoma: Continuity of Care - Recall System
100%351 patients
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 99% · 1,940 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 1,940 patients
92%226 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling
Patients combinedPopulations: 98% · 1,940 patients
Patients screened: 100% · 1,940 patients
90%277 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
93%1,740 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
100%288 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

DR. BETHANY BERGAMO M.D.
Dermatology
1927 3RD AVENUE LN SE
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 328-3500
DORI L HUNT M.D.
Dermatology
1927 3RD AVENUE LN SE
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 328-3500
DONNA DANIELLE SHULER PA-C
Physician Assistant
1927 3RD AVENUE LN SE
HICKORY, NC 28602
Catawba County (828) 328-3500

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 Sabol's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Sabol is 1326135872. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 6, 2006.

Where is Michael Sabol located?

Michael Sabol practices at 1927 3rd Avenue Ln SE, Hickory, NC 28602. The listed phone number is (980) 399-6330.

What is Michael Sabol's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Michael Sabol enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Sabol 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 Sabol accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC and UnitedHealthcare list Michael Sabol 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 Sabol was last updated on April 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.