JOHN CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL M.D.
NPI 1326481268
Emergency Medicine in Alamosa, CO

Active since April 10, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
106 BLANCA AVE, ALAMOSA, CO 81101(719) 589-2511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: May 6, 2025, May 4, 2021, Nov 14, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About John Christopher Michael M.d. NPPES

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

JOHN CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL M.D. (NPI 1326481268) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Alamosa, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0058355) and active in the NPI registry since April 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Southwest Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326481268
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN CHRISTOPHER MICHAELCredential: M.D.
Location Address106 BLANCA AVEAlamosa, CO 81101-2340
Mailing Address3117 Seafoam DrCorpus Christi, TX 78418-3912 · (361) 688-3979
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2025
NPI 1326481268 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses Licensed in CO · DR.0058355 Licensed in KS · 04-46182
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

106 BLANCA AVE, Alamosa, CO 81101

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

John Christopher Michael 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 ID4981838638
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170911002848, I20170919001768, I20170919002569, I20220606002194
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 5

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.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
65 services63 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
60 services56 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
57 services54 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
31 services31 patients
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.
20 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Southwest Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Liberal, KS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number170068
Location315 West 15th StreetLiberal, KS 67901 · Seward County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 81101 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$102.03 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $25.50 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$19.50 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$109.33 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 20

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

Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101
Physician Assistant
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101
Internal Medicine
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101
Advanced Practice Midwife
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101
Obstetrics & Gynecology
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101
Internal Medicine
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101
Internal Medicine
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101
Internal Medicine
106 BLANCA AVE
ALAMOSA, CO 81101

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 John Michael's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Michael is 1326481268. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2013.

Where is John Michael located?

John Michael practices at 106 Blanca Ave, Alamosa, CO 81101. The listed phone number is (719) 589-2511.

What is John Michael's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is John Michael enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Michael 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 John Michael accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Medica list John Michael 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 John Michael affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Michael is affiliated with Southwest Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Michael was last updated on May 6, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.