DR. MICHAEL THOMAS FITZGERALD MD
NPI 1588924245
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Columbia, SC

Active since May 29, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.32/100
CMS Quality Rating
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300, COLUMBIA, SC 29203(803) 434-8800(803) 929-0492 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 4, 2026, Aug 27, 2019, Jun 27, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Michael Thomas Fitzgerald Md NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL THOMAS FITZGERALD MD (NPI 1588924245) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (82845) and active in the NPI registry since May 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1588924245
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL THOMAS FITZGERALDCredential: MD
Location Address2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300Columbia, SC 29203-6839
Mailing Address300 E Mcbee Ave Ste 300Greenville, SC 29601-2899 · (864) 522-8603
Fax(803) 929-0492
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateMay 29, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateJune 4, 20265 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 4, 2026
NPI 1588924245 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 SC · 82845
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 ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 55848 (TN), 82845 (SC), 05445 (GA)
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300, Columbia, SC 29203

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1877 Jefferson AveMemphis, TN 38103 · Phone (901) 545-7835 · Fax (901) 545-6787
Location 29 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 450Columbia, SC 29203 · Phone (803) 434-8800 · Fax (803) 434-8802

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid828457SC

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

Dr. Michael Thomas Fitzgerald 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 ID5092971630
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191007002023
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 4

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.

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
76 services19 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.
53 services53 patients
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.
46 services29 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.
33 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420018
Location5 Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203 · Richland County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Kershawhealth

Acute Care Hospitals · Camden, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number420048
Location1315 Roberts StreetCamden, SC 29020 · Kershaw County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, SC
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420106
Location400 Palmetto Health ParkwayColumbia, SC 29212 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

99.32/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality90.59
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4409
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers11 claims230 services$6.00 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 claims4,708 services$0.32 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 20

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

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Surgery
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Physician Assistant
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Surgery
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
2 MEDICAL PARK RD STE 300
COLUMBIA, SC 29203

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 Fitzgerald's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Fitzgerald is 1588924245. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 29, 2012.

Where is Michael Fitzgerald located?

Michael Fitzgerald practices at 2 Medical Park Rd Ste 300, Columbia, SC 29203. The listed phone number is (803) 434-8800.

What is Michael Fitzgerald's specialty?

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

Is Michael Fitzgerald enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Fitzgerald 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 Fitzgerald accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina list Michael Fitzgerald 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 Fitzgerald affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Fitzgerald is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Kershawhealth and Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Fitzgerald was last updated on June 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.