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MICHAEL J. SKYHAR M.D. F.A.C.S.
NPI 1578655114
Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine in Encinitas, CA

Active since September 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.08/100
CMS Quality Rating
332 SANTA FE DR, SUITE 110, ENCINITAS, CA 92024(760) 943-6700(760) 632-4292 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 21, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Michael J. Skyhar M.d. F.a.c.s. NPPES

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

MICHAEL J. SKYHAR M.D. F.A.C.S. (NPI 1578655114) is an individual sports medicine provider in Encinitas, California, licensed in California (G49600) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Oregon Health Sciences University School Of Medicine (1981).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578655114
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207XX0005X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL J. SKYHARCredential: M.D. F.A.C.S.
Location Address332 SANTA FE DR, SUITE 110Encinitas, CA 92024-5143
Mailing Address332 Santa Fe Dr, Suite 110Encinitas, CA 92024-5143 · (760) 943-6700 · Fax (760) 632-4292
Phone(760) 943-6700
Fax(760) 632-4292
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOregon Health Sciences University School Of MedicineGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateSeptember 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 21, 2013
✔ NPI 1578655114 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207XX0005X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G49600
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
332 SANTA FE DR, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Other Identifiers 4

MedicaidGR0093170CA
OtherZZZ04918ZCA · Blue Shield
Other03-0431018CA · Tricare
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedW15788CA

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. Skyhar M.d. F.a.c.s. 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 ID4486691391
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101123000904
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 8

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.

Hyaluronan or derivative, synojoynt, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg J7331
Hyaluronan, or Synojoynt, is a substance injected into your joint to help lubricate and cushion it. This can help relieve joint pain and improve mobility, particularly for conditions like arthritis. Each injection contains 1 mg of the substance.
1,402 services19 patients
Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7321
Hyaluronan or derivatives like Hyalgan, Supartz, or Visco-3, are used in intra-articular injections for joint pain relief. They help by improving joint lubrication, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue healing. Each dose is administered directly into the joint space.
772 services133 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
596 services194 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.
241 services176 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
157 services62 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
155 services155 patients

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.

77.08/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality58.33
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening
0%216 patients1/55-star benchmark: 93%
Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
1%176 patients1/55-star benchmark: 87%
Colorectal Cancer Screening
0%489 patients1/55-star benchmark: 88%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
100%1,042 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
0%362 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
0%680 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
0%1,026 patients1/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 0% · 283 patients
0%283 patients
Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
92%275 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 379 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 379 patients
0%379 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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.

RAFAEL PAPANDREA OPA-C, OT-C
332 SANTA FE DR, SUITE 110
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 943-6700
DOUGLAS K. FENTON M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
332 SANTA FE DR
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 901-5155
DR. CHRISTOPHER ANDREJ HAJNIK M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery
332 SANTA FE DR, SUITE 110
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 943-6700
JEAN MULLER MS, RD
Dietitian, Registered (Nutrition, Renal)
332 SANTA FE DR
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 632-2323
JAMES K GILLAN PA C
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
332 SANTA FE DR, SUITE 110
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 943-6700
SHAUN ROLAND BLAKE DPT
Physical Therapist
332 SANTA FE DR, STE 120
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 942-4400
MS. SUSIE L. CROKE P.T., C.S.C.S.
Physical Therapist
332 SANTA FE DR, STE 120
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 942-4400
NAYNA PATEL MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
332 SANTA FE DR, SUITE 110
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
San Diego County (760) 943-6700

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 Skyhar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Skyhar is 1578655114. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 29, 2006.

Where is Michael Skyhar located?

Michael Skyhar practices at 332 Santa Fe Dr Suite 110, Encinitas, CA 92024. The listed phone number is (760) 943-6700.

What is Michael Skyhar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207XX0005X.

Is Michael Skyhar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Skyhar 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Skyhar was last updated on January 21, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.