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DR. MICHAEL DIRA RICAFORT MD
NPI 1760612998
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Denver, CO

Active since July 22, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
71.57/100
CMS Quality Rating
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 3100, DENVER, CO 80218(303) 863-0300(303) 863-7014 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2026, Mar 14, 2019, Feb 10, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Michael Dira Ricafort Md NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL DIRA RICAFORT MD (NPI 1760612998) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Denver, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (DR.0055642) and active in the NPI registry since July 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Citizens Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Greenwood Village.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1760612998
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL DIRA RICAFORTCredential: MD
Location Address1601 E 19TH AVE STE 3100Denver, CO 80218
Mailing Address1601 E 19th Ave Ste 3100Denver, CO 80218-1239 · (303) 863-0300 · Fax (303) 863-7014
Phone(303) 863-0300
Fax(303) 863-7014
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMiami Medical CollegeGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateJuly 22, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 17, 2026
✔ NPI 1760612998 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 CO · DR.0055642
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 DR.0055642 (CO)
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 55642 (CO)
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 3100, Denver, CO 80218
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 17100 E Belleview Ave Ste G10Greenwood Village, CO 80111-1634 · Phone (303) 745-0000

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid65988566CO

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc..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

Dr. Michael Dira Ricafort 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 ID3476782632
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190715000246
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.
111 services49 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
99 services47 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout 94727
This test measures lung volumes by either diluting or washing out a known amount of gas in your lungs. You'll breathe in a harmless gas, then exhale. The exhaled air is analyzed to assess your lung capacity and function.
92 services90 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.
90 services88 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.
79 services46 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.
72 services45 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Citizens Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Colby, KS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number171362
Location100 E College DriveColby, KS 67701 · Thomas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80218 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
$132.55 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $33.13 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.03 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $25.50 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

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.

71.57/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality68.87
Improvement Activities40
Cost31.99

Reported Quality Measures

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
79%441 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
68%170 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
80%280 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Screening for High Blood Pressure and Follow-Up Documented
20%386 patients2/55-star benchmark: 61%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients screened: 100% · 120 patients
94%120 patients
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 177 patients
Patients totalRate: 0% · 177 patients
0%177 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 14

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
7 suppliers31 claims31 services$34.54 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers16 claims16 services$66.54 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers17 claims51 services$25.60 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers11 claims65 services$13.85 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
8 suppliers21 claims21 services$44.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
9 suppliers23 claims23 services$15.83 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 2

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

MARGARET HAY MD
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 3100
DENVER, CO 80218
Denver County (303) 863-0300
DR. JASON R BIEHL M.D.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
1601 E 19TH AVE STE 3100
DENVER, CO 80218
Denver County (303) 863-0300

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 Ricafort's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Ricafort is 1760612998. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 22, 2009.

Where is Michael Ricafort located?

Michael Ricafort practices at 1601 E 19th Ave Ste 3100, Denver, CO 80218. The listed phone number is (303) 863-0300.

What is Michael Ricafort's specialty?

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

Is Michael Ricafort enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Ricafort 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 Ricafort accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. list Michael Ricafort 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 Ricafort affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Ricafort is affiliated with Citizens Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Ricafort was last updated on March 17, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.