DR. MICHAEL W DETAR MD
NPI 1427099449
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in Spokane, WA

Active since June 09, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
300 E 5TH AVE # 1N, SPOKANE, WA 99202(505) 342-3100(509) 342-3120 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 22, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Michael W Detar Md NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL W DETAR MD (NPI 1427099449) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in Spokane, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD00032015) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kootenai Health, and maintains a secondary practice location in Spokane.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427099449
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL W DETARCredential: MD
Location Address300 E 5TH AVE # 1NSpokane, WA 99202-1349
Mailing AddressPo Box 5299, Ms: 820-5-pcoTacoma, WA 98415-0299
Fax(509) 342-3120
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nevada School Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateJune 9, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 22, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 22, 2025
✔ NPI 1427099449 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in WA · MD00032015
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedEmergency Medicine · Emergency Medical ServicesTaxonomy 207PE0004X · License MD00032015 (WA)
Also ListedPathology · CytopathologyTaxonomy 207ZC0500X · License MD00032015 (WA)
300 E 5TH AVE # 1N, Spokane, WA 99202

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 113103 E Mansfield, InCyte Pathology PSSpokane, WA 99216 · Phone (509) 892-2700 · Fax (509) 892-2740

Accepted 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

Dr. Michael W Detar 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 ID5395835698
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101012000122
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 Michael Detar reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Internal Medicine
400 E 5TH AVE
Spokane, WA 99202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 4,383 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
15912 E MARIETTA AVE
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Washington enrollment
  • 50 clinicians in this Medicare group

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 13

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
869 services439 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
105 services33 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
94 services75 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
88 services76 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
59 services55 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
47 services36 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Kootenai Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Coeur D'alene, ID
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number130049
Location2003 Kootenai Health WayCoeur D'alene, ID 83814 · Kootenai County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Great Falls Clinic Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Great Falls, MT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number270086
Location3010 15th Avenue SouthGreat Falls, MT 59405 · Cascade County
Emergency services

Yakima Valley Memorial

Acute Care Hospitals · Yakima, WA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number500036
Location2811 Tieton DriveYakima, WA 98902 · Yakima County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Newport Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Newport, WA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501310
Location714 West Pine StreetNewport, WA 99156 · Pend Oreille County
Emergency services

Prosser Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Prosser, WA
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number501312
Location723 Memorial StreetProsser, WA 99350 · Benton County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 99202 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
$130.99 typical visit price
range $57.27 – $172.80
Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.78 typical visit price
range $18.56 – $141.11
Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

Emergency Medicine (Emergency Medical Services)
300 E 5TH AVE # 1N
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Pediatrics
300 E 5TH AVE # 1N
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Physician Assistant (Medical)
300 E 5TH AVE # 1N
SPOKANE, WA 99202
Internal Medicine
300 E 5TH AVE # 1N
SPOKANE, WA 99202

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 Detar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Detar is 1427099449. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2006.

Where is Michael Detar located?

Michael Detar practices at 300 E 5th Ave # 1N, Spokane, WA 99202. The listed phone number is (505) 342-3100.

What is Michael Detar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Michael Detar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Detar 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 Michael Detar's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Detar reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Multicare Health System (Spokane, WA) and Incyte Pathology, LLC (Spokane Valley, 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 Michael Detar's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Detar accept?

Health plans from Moda Health Plan, Inc. list Michael Detar 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 Detar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Detar is affiliated with Kootenai Health, Great Falls Clinic Hospital, Yakima Valley Memorial, Newport Community Hospital and Prosser Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Detar was last updated on January 22, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.