MICHAEL PIETRO M.D.
NPI 1700978160
Surgery in Bellingham, WA
NPI Status: Active since September 29, 2006
Contact Information
2979 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 303
BELLINGHAM, WA
ZIP 98225
Phone: (360) 788-8200
Fax: (360) 788-8329
- Individual
- Male
- Surgery
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About MICHAEL PIETRO
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Michael Pietro, a provider established in Bellingham, Washington with a medical specialization in Surgery. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1700978160 assigned on September 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 208600000X with license number MD00023940 (WA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 3 years ago.
- NPI
- 1700978160
- Provider Name
- MICHAEL PIETRO M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2979 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 303 BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
- Location Phone
- (360) 788-8200
- Location Fax
- (360) 788-8329
- Mailing Address
- 3015 SQUALICUM PKWY SUITE #250 BELLINGHAM, WA 98225
- Mailing Phone
- (360) 738-0568
- Mailing Fax
- (360) 788-8329
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 09-29-2006
- Last Update Date
- 05-22-2023
- Code Navigator
A surgeon like Michael Pietro treats injuries, diseases, and deformities through surgical operations. A surgeon could correct physical deformities, repair bone and tissue, or perform preventive or elective surgeries. Surgeons also examine patients, perform and interpret diagnostic tests, and provide counsel on preventive healthcare.
Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 1117 Spring St
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-1738 - 3015 Squalicum Pkwy Suite #250
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 738-0568
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Surgery
- Taxonomy Code
- 208600000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- MD00023940
- License State
- WA
- Taxonomy Description
- A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Core Bronze HSA 10600 - EPO
- Core Bronze HSA 7500 - EPO
- Core Bronze HSA 8300 - EPO
- Core Gold 1500 - EPO
- Core Gold 3000 - EPO
- Core Silver 3500 - EPO
- Core Silver 4500 - EPO
- Core Silver 5000 - EPO
- Core Silver 7500 - EPO
- Core Standard Expanded Bronze HSA - EPO
- Core Standard Gold - EPO
- Core Standard Silver - EPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Bronze HSA Plan Core - EPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Gold Plan Core - EPO
- PacificSource Oregon Standard Silver Plan Core - EPO
- Premera Blue Cross Alaska One Gold - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 5800 HSA - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Preferred Bronze 6350 - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Preferred Gold 1500 - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Preferred Silver 4500 - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Standard Bronze II - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Standard Gold - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Standard Silver - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Family Dental - PPO
- Premera Blue Cross Pediatric Dental - PPO
- HSA-E Qualified 7500 Bronze - Signature Network - EPO
- Providence Oregon Standard Bronze Plan - Signature Network - EPO
- Providence Oregon Standard Gold Plan - Signature Network - EPO
- Providence Oregon Standard Silver Plan - Signature Network - EPO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1069749 | MEDICAID (05) | WA |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Michael Pietro is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Hernia repair - groin (open)
Hernia repair (minimally invasive)
Melanoma (skin cancer) excision
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope
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.
This service was performed 27 times for 25 patientsHernia repair in the groin area (open) is a surgical procedure to fix a bulge or protrusion, caused by internal tissues pushing through a weak spot in your abdominal wall. In this operation, a small incision is made in the groin area. The protruding tissue is then placed back into the abdomen, and the weakened area is reinforced with stitches or a mesh.
This service was performed for 1-10 patientsHernia repair is a surgery to fix a hernia - a condition where an organ pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. Minimally invasive hernia repair involves small incisions, a tiny camera, and special surgical tools. This method often leads to quicker recovery, less pain, and reduced scarring compared to traditional surgery.
This service was performed for 28 patientsMelanoma excision is a procedure where a surgeon removes melanoma, a type of skin cancer, and some surrounding healthy tissue. Local anesthesia is applied to numb the area. The goal is to completely remove the cancer and prevent its spread. Healing time varies.
This service was performed for 1-10 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 76 times for 76 patientsThis is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
This service was performed 25 times for 25 patientsThis procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to repair a hernia in the groin area. The surgeon makes small incisions, inserts the endoscope, and uses special tools to fix the hernia. This minimally invasive technique often results in quicker recovery times.
This service was performed 32 times for 32 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 98225 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $88.29
- Minimum New Patient Price $57.27
- Maximum New Patient Price $172.8
- Average New Patient Copayment $22.07
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $14.31
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $43.2
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $71.29
- Minimum Established Patient Price $18.56
- Maximum Established Patient Price $141.11
- Average Established Patient Copayment $17.82
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.64
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $35.27
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Quality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Annual registration in the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Yes | N/A |
| Annual registration by eligible clinician or group in the prescription drug monitoring program of the state where they practice. Activities that simply involve registration are not sufficient. MIPS eligible clinicians and groups must participate for a minimum of 6 months. | ||
| Engagement of New Medicaid Patients and Follow-up | Yes | N/A |
| Seeing new and follow-up Medicaid patients in a timely manner, including individuals dually eligible for Medicaid and Medicare. A timely manner is defined as within 10 business days for this activity. | ||
| Engagement of Patients, Family, and Caregivers in Developing a Plan of Care | Yes | N/A |
| Engage patients, family, and caregivers in developing a plan of care and prioritizing their goals for action, documented in the electronic health record (EHR) technology. | ||
| Evidenced-based techniques to promote self-management into usual care | Yes | N/A |
| Incorporate evidence-based techniques to promote self-management into usual care, using techniques such as goal setting with structured follow-up, Teach Back, action planning or motivational interviewing. | ||
| Implementation of Use of Specialist Reports Back to Referring Clinician or Group to Close Referral Loop | Yes | N/A |
| Performance of regular practices that include providing specialist reports back to the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group to close the referral loop or where the referring individual MIPS eligible clinician or group initiates regular inquiries to specialist for specialist reports which could be documented or noted in the EHR technology. | ||
| Improved Practices that Disseminate Appropriate Self-Management Materials | Yes | N/A |
| Provide self-management materials at an appropriate literacy level and in an appropriate language. | ||
| Provide 24/7 Access to MIPS Eligible Clinicians or Groups Who Have Real-Time Access to Patient's Medical Record | Yes | N/A |
| • Provide 24/7 access to MIPS eligible clinicians, groups, or care teams for advice about urgent and emergent care (e.g., MIPS eligible clinician and care team access to medical record, cross-coverage with access to medical record, or protocol-driven nurse line with access to medical record) that could include one or more of the following: • Expanded hours in evenings and weekends with access to the patient medical record (e.g., coordinate with small practices to provide alternate hour office visits and urgent care); • Use of alternatives to increase access to care team by MIPS eligible clinicians and groups, such as e-visits, phone visits, group visits, home visits and alternate locations (e.g., senior centers and assisted living centers); and/or Provision of same-day or next-day access to a consistent MIPS eligible clinician, group or care team when needed for urgent care or transition management. | ||
| Provide Education Opportunities for New Clinicians | Yes | N/A |
| MIPS eligible clinicians acting as a preceptor for clinicians-in-training (such as medical residents/fellows, medical students, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, or clinical nurse specialists) and accepting such clinicians for clinical rotations in community practices in small, underserved, or rural areas. | ||
| Use evidence-based decision aids to support shared decision-making. | Yes | N/A |
| Use evidence-based decision aids to support shared decision-making. | ||
| Use of decision support and standardized treatment protocols | Yes | N/A |
| Use decision support and standardized treatment protocols to manage workflow in the team to meet patient needs. | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1700978160, we treat the final digit (0) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 60. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 60 = 0).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 60 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1700978160, enumerated as an "individual" on September 29, 2006.
The provider is located at 2979 SQUALICUM PKWY STE 303 BELLINGHAM, WA 98225 and the phone number is (360) 788-8200.
Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
