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DR. MICHAEL VAIL COMERFORD M.D.
NPI 1497753974
Pediatrics in Decatur, IL

Q: What is Michael Comerford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Comerford is 1497753974. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2005.

Q: What is Michael Comerford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pediatrics with taxonomy code 208000000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Comerford was last updated on September 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 33 days 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 July 08, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

72.14/100

CMS Quality Rating

176 W MOUND RD, DECATUR, IL 62526(217) 875-0163(217) 875-9007 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 29, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 29, 2026, Jul 13, 2026, Sep 11, 2025 (3 updates tracked since 2025).

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About Dr. Michael Vail Comerford M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL VAIL COMERFORD M.D. (NPI 1497753974) is an individual pediatrics provider in Decatur, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036094991) and active in the NPI registry since July 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center, and is a graduate of Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497753974

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208000000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL VAIL COMERFORDCredential: M.D.

Location Address176 W MOUND RDDecatur, IL 62526-1964

Mailing Address176 W Mound RdDecatur, IL 62526-1964 · (217) 875-0163 · Fax (217) 875-9007

Phone(217) 875-0163

Fax(217) 875-9007

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSSouthern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated 1992

Enumeration DateJuly 8, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 29, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 29, 2026

✔ NPI 1497753974 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPediatricsAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208000000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036094991

Definition

A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 036094991 (IL)

176 W MOUND RD, Decatur, IL 62526

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid036094991IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Medica.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 Vail Comerford 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 ID3577629765

PECOS Enrollment IDI20090313000357

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Comerford reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Hshs Medical Group Inc

35 mi

Internal Medicine

2329 N DIRKSEN PKWY
Springfield, IL 62702

Reassigned Medicare billing, Illinois enrollment
317 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1912330317 (217) 789-1403

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 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.

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.

271 services162 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.

159 services112 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

76 services11 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

37 services36 patients

Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662

The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.

34 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Memorial Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Springfield, IL

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140148

Location701 N First StSpringfield, IL 62702 · Sangamon County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Jacksonville, IL

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number141352

Location1600 W Walnut StJacksonville, IL 62650 · Morgan County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 62526 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

$85.71 typical visit price

range $54.80 – $168.44

Typical copayment $21.42 (range $13.70 – $42.11)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$97.25 typical visit price

range $17.16 – $136.56

Typical copayment $24.31 (range $4.29 – $34.14)

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.

72.14/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

74.96

Improvement Activities

Cost

53.06

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 21

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

12 suppliers34 claims77 services$5.91 avg. paid by Medicare

Bedside drainage bag, day or night, with or without anti-reflux device, with or without tube, each A4357

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N

1 supplier11 claims24 services$8.59 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers40 claims40 services$38.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6402

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N

1 supplier11 claims990 services$0.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers25 claims25 services$93.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers18 claims36 services$32.96 avg. paid by Medicare

Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers29 claims29 services$56.89 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

6 suppliers35 claims35 services$18.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

5 suppliers34 claims159 services$2.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Water chamber for humidifier, used with positive airway pressure device, replacement, each A7046

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers13 claims13 services$12.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; syringe fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4034

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier11 claims334 services$3.28 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier11 claims6,919 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

2 suppliers20 claims20 services$45.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers12 claims12 services$13.16 avg. paid by Medicare

Respiratory assist device, bi-level pressure capability, without backup rate feature, used with noninvasive interface, e.g., nasal or facial mask (intermittent assist device with continuous positive airway pressure device) E0470

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier18 claims19 services$105.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Humidifier, heated, used with positive airway pressure device E0562

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier27 claims29 services$13.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

2 suppliers17 claims17 services$4.82 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers39 claims40 services$34.04 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

3 suppliers17 claims17 services$74.40 avg. paid by Medicare

Standard wheelchair K0001

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N

1 supplier12 claims12 services$19.55 avg. paid by Medicare

Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

5 suppliers26 claims26 services$182.26 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 7

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

JADE BOLLINGER APRN

Nurse Practitioner

176 W MOUND RD
DECATUR, IL 62526

Macon County (217) 875-0163

DR. THOMAS FRANKLIN RUTHERFORD III DO

Hospitalist

176 W MOUND RD
DECATUR, IL 62526

Macon County (217) 875-0163

VICTORIA PRINCESS MATTHEWS FNP

Nurse Practitioner

176 W MOUND RD
DECATUR, IL 62526

Macon County (217) 875-0163

KELLY J SLADE N.P.

Nurse Practitioner

176 W MOUND RD
DECATUR, IL 62526

Macon County (217) 391-8730

RANDI RIGSBY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

176 W MOUND RD
DECATUR, IL 62526

Macon County (217) 875-0163

MRS. REBECCA LYNN MARTIN PA-C

Physician Assistant

176 W MOUND RD
DECATUR, IL 62526

Macon County (217) 875-0163

DR. NAEEMUDDIN JATOI M.D.

Internal Medicine

176 W MOUND RD
DECATUR, IL 62526

Macon County (217) 875-0163

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 Comerford's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Comerford is 1497753974. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 8, 2005.

Where is Michael Comerford located?

Michael Comerford practices at 176 W Mound Rd, Decatur, IL 62526. The listed phone number is (217) 875-0163.

What is Michael Comerford's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pediatrics with taxonomy code 208000000X.

Is Michael Comerford enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Comerford 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 organization bills Medicare for Michael Comerford's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Comerford reassigns Medicare benefits to Hshs Medical Group Inc (Springfield, IL). The 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 Comerford's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Comerford accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware and Medica list Michael Comerford 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 Comerford affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Comerford is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center and Jacksonville Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Comerford was last updated on September 29, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 33 days 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.