MICHAEL J TAIPALE D.O.
NPI 1447697974
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Saginaw, MI

Active since May 23, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100, SAGINAW, MI 48602(989) 583-4700(989) 583-7173 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 26, 2021, Jul 12, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Michael J Taipale D.o. NPPES

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

MICHAEL J TAIPALE D.O. (NPI 1447697974) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Saginaw, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (5101024506) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447697974
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL J TAIPALECredential: D.O.
Location Address900 COOPER AVE STE 4100Saginaw, MI 48602-5182
Mailing Address1447 N Harrison StSaginaw, MI 48602-4727 · (989) 583-0000
Fax(989) 583-7173
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMichigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 23, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 12, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 12, 2024
NPI 1447697974 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RC0000X
License Licensed in MI · 5101024506
Definition
An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 5101020476 (MI)
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100, Saginaw, MI 48602

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 11514 W Caro RdCaro, MI 48723-9260 · Phone (989) 583-4700
Location 24675 Hill St Ste BCass City, MI 48726-1008 · Phone (989) 583-4700
Location 3800 Cooper Ave Ste 3Saginaw, MI 48602-5371 · Phone (989) 583-4700

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

Michael J Taipale D.o. 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 ID5890015846
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190722002223
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 26

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.

Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function 93306
This is a heart ultrasound, also known as an echocardiogram. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart, showing how blood flows through it. The color depicts the blood flow's speed and direction. It also checks the heart's valves to ensure they're working properly.
308 services299 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
224 services199 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.
176 services157 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
137 services133 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.
63 services62 patients
Heart muscle strain imaging 93356
Heart muscle strain imaging is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart. It helps doctors evaluate how well your heart muscle is working and detect any damage or disease. This can aid in diagnosing heart conditions and guiding treatment plans.
58 services57 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Covenant Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Saginaw, MI
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number230070
Location1447 N HarrisonSaginaw, MI 48602 · Saginaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Scheurer Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Pigeon, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number231310
Location170 N Caseville RdPigeon, MI 48755 · Huron County
Emergency services

Deckerville Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Deckerville, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number231311
Location3559 Pine StDeckerville, MI 48427 · Sanilac County
Emergency services

Hills & Dales General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Cass City, MI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number231316
Location4675 Hill StreetCass City, MI 48726 · Tuscola County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 48602 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
$126.15 typical visit price
range $54.34 – $166.68
Typical copayment $31.53 (range $13.58 – $41.67)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.07 typical visit price
range $17.09 – $135.40
Typical copayment $17.01 (range $4.27 – $33.85)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Nurse Practitioner
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Neurological Surgery
900 COOPER AVE STE 4100
SAGINAW, MI 48602

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 Taipale's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Taipale is 1447697974. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 23, 2013.

Where is Michael Taipale located?

Michael Taipale practices at 900 Cooper Ave Ste 4100, Saginaw, MI 48602. The listed phone number is (989) 583-4700.

What is Michael Taipale's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Michael Taipale enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Taipale 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 Taipale accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, McLaren Health Plan Community and Priority Health list Michael Taipale 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 Taipale affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Taipale is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center, Scheurer Hospital, Deckerville Community Hospital and Hills & Dales General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Taipale was last updated on January 12, 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.