DR. MITCHELL S. FARBER M.D.
NPI 1578594487
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Saginaw, MI

Active since July 06, 2006PECOS Enrolled
700 COOPER AVE, SUITE B, SAGINAW, MI 48602(989) 583-4337 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 3, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 3, 2024, Aug 15, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Mitchell S. Farber M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MITCHELL S. FARBER M.D. (NPI 1578594487) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Saginaw, Michigan, licensed in Michigan (4301070155) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578594487
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. MITCHELL S. FARBERCredential: M.D.
Location Address700 COOPER AVE, SUITE BSaginaw, MI 48602-5383
Mailing Address822 Drew DrTroy, MI 48098-1874 · (810) 287-1230
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJuly 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 3, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 3, 2024
✔ NPI 1578594487 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 4301070155
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedSurgery · Trauma SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0127X · License 4301070155 (MI), 2017025867 (MO)
700 COOPER AVE, Saginaw, MI 48602

Other Identifiers 3

Other020G312370MI · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicaid4990168MI
Medicaid1578594487VA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Mitchell S. Farber M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Mitchell Farber reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency Medicine
900 COOPER ST
Saginaw, MI 48602
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Michigan enrollment
  • 720 clinicians in this Medicare group
Multi-Specialty
11100 EUCLID AVE
Cleveland, OH 44106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
  • 3,958 clinicians in this Medicare group
Vascular Surgery
851 E 5TH ST, SUITE 108
Washington, MO 63090
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Missouri enrollment
  • 168 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 3

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
23 services16 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
17 services17 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
14 services14 patients

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.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
700 COOPER AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
700 COOPER AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
700 COOPER AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
700 COOPER AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Physical Therapist
700 COOPER AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
700 COOPER AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
700 COOPER AVE
SAGINAW, MI 48602
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
700 COOPER AVE
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 Mitchell Farber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mitchell Farber is 1578594487. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 6, 2006.

Where is Mitchell Farber located?

Mitchell Farber practices at 700 Cooper Ave Suite B, Saginaw, MI 48602. The listed phone number is (989) 583-4337.

What is Mitchell Farber's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Mitchell Farber enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mitchell Farber is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Mitchell Farber's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Mitchell Farber reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Covenant Medical Center, Inc. (Saginaw, MI), University Hospitals Medical Group Inc (Cleveland, OH) and Mercy Clinic Surgical Specialists, LLC (Washington, MO). 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 Mitchell Farber's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Mitchell Farber accept?

Health plans from Priority Health list Mitchell Farber 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 Mitchell Farber was last updated on October 3, 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.