BENJAMIN R MICHELS MD
NPI 1710142534
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Tacoma, WA

Q: What is Benjamin Michels's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Michels is 1710142534. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2008.

Q: What is Benjamin Michels's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Michels was last updated on July 28, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.

Active since July 21, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401, TACOMA, WA 98405(253) 403-6850 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 28, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Benjamin R Michels Md NPPES

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

BENJAMIN R MICHELS MD (NPI 1710142534) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Tacoma, Washington, licensed in Washington (MD60456731) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Multicare Auburn Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (2007).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710142534

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X

Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN R MICHELSCredential: MD

Location Address316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401Tacoma, WA 98405-4266

Mailing Address316 Martin Luther King Jr Way Ste 401Tacoma, WA 98405-4266 · (253) 403-6850

Phone(253) 403-6850

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2007

Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2008

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 28, 2014

✔ NPI 1710142534 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RP1001X

License✔ Licensed in WA · MD60456731

Definition

An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD60456731 (WA), LL18162 (OR)

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License MD604456731 (WA)

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401, Tacoma, WA 98405

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Providence Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benjamin R Michels 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 ID7517184625

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140813002966

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 10

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.

272 services154 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.

208 services149 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.

64 services64 patients

Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729

This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.

56 services51 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration 94060

This procedure measures how air flows in and out of your lungs. It's done before and after medication to see if the treatment improves your breathing. It's a simple, non-invasive test that involves breathing into a device called a spirometer.

48 services48 patients

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010

This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.

42 services35 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Multicare Auburn Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Auburn, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500015

Location202 North Division Street Plaza OneAuburn, WA 98001 · King County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Yakima Valley Memorial

Acute Care Hospitals · Yakima, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500036

Location2811 Tieton DriveYakima, WA 98902 · Yakima County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Puyallup, WA

1/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500079

Location401 15th Avenue SEPuyallup, WA 98372 · Pierce County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tacoma, WA

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number500129

Location315 S Mlk Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 · Pierce County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 98405 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

$130.99 typical visit price

range $57.27 – $172.80

Typical copayment $32.74 (range $14.31 – $43.20)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$100.78 typical visit price

range $18.56 – $141.11

Typical copayment $25.19 (range $4.64 – $35.27)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 24

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

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

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

15 suppliers74 claims74 services$33.81 avg. paid by Medicare

Administration set, with small volume nonfiltered pneumatic nebulizer, disposable A7003

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

5 suppliers28 claims59 services$1.29 avg. paid by Medicare

Aerosol mask, used with dme nebulizer A7015

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers11 claims11 services$0.87 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers28 claims28 services$70.91 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

8 suppliers23 claims54 services$26.91 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

13 suppliers38 claims203 services$17.85 avg. paid by Medicare

Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers11 claims55 services$12.49 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

15 suppliers59 claims59 services$51.41 avg. paid by Medicare

Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

14 suppliers53 claims53 services$16.90 avg. paid by Medicare

Tubing used with positive airway pressure device A7037

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

7 suppliers14 claims14 services$11.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

16 suppliers76 claims454 services$1.90 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

10 suppliers21 claims21 services$11.18 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

3 suppliers25 claims25 services$14.49 avg. paid by Medicare

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466

DME-Other DME · category DE005N

1 supplier25 claims25 services$774.84 avg. paid by Medicare

Nebulizer, with compressor E0570

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

7 suppliers84 claims84 services$4.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Continuous positive airway pressure (cpap) device E0601

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

9 suppliers129 claims129 services$29.04 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

8 suppliers186 claims186 services$63.21 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

7 suppliers154 claims154 services$32.64 avg. paid by Medicare

Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

3 suppliers13 claims780 services$3.70 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

5 suppliers16 claims2,334 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare

Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

11 suppliers50 claims5,880 services$0.09 avg. paid by Medicare

Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N

4 suppliers40 claims1,995 services$0.78 avg. paid by Medicare

Revefenacin inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, 1 microgram J7677

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

2 suppliers21 claims110,250 services$0.15 avg. paid by Medicare

Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

10 suppliers82 claims82 services$24.34 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 6

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

TREVOR LANE M.D.

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 403-6850

STEPHEN CARME RYAN M.D.

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 403-6850

MR. JOSHUA DILL

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 403-6850

PATRICK SCOTT MEEHAN JR. MD

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 403-6850

BARRY WELED MD

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 572-5140

JOHN HAMILTON ROWLANDS MD

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

316 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY STE 401
TACOMA, WA 98405

Pierce County (253) 403-6850

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 Benjamin Michels's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Michels is 1710142534. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2008.

Where is Benjamin Michels located?

Benjamin Michels practices at 316 Martin Luther King Jr Way Ste 401, Tacoma, WA 98405. The listed phone number is (253) 403-6850.

What is Benjamin Michels's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Benjamin Michels enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Michels 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 Benjamin Michels accept?

Health plans from PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Benjamin Michels 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 Benjamin Michels affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Michels is affiliated with Multicare Auburn Medical Center, Yakima Valley Memorial, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital and Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Michels was last updated on July 28, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.