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DR. MICHAEL D. ALVARADO M.D.
NPI 1922029354
Surgery in San Francisco, CA

Active since July 21, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
505 PARNASSUS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143(415) 476-1236(415) 476-1734 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Michael D. Alvarado M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL D. ALVARADO M.D. (NPI 1922029354) is an individual surgery provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (A96393) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922029354
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL D. ALVARADOCredential: M.D.
Location Address505 PARNASSUS AVESan Francisco, CA 94143-2204
Mailing Address1635 Divisadero St, Suite 625, Box 1821San Francisco, CA 94143-0001 · (415) 476-4029 · Fax (415) 476-4150
Phone(415) 476-1236
Fax(415) 476-1734
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeisel School Of Medicine At DartmouthGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateJuly 21, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 2007
✔ NPI 1922029354 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A96393
Definition
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.
505 PARNASSUS AVE, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN00A963930CA
Medicaid00A963930CA

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 D. Alvarado M.d. 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 ID9638176902
PECOS Enrollment IDI20061030000146
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.

Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery 38900
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery involves taking detailed pictures of your lymph nodes to help surgeons see and assess them in real-time. This procedure can aid in detecting disease, guiding treatment, and improving surgical precision.
53 services53 patients
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm 38525
A biopsy or removal of deep underarm lymph nodes is a procedure where a small sample of lymph node tissue is taken for testing. This helps in diagnosing or ruling out conditions like infections or cancers. It involves a small incision and is typically done under local or general anesthesia.
48 services48 patients
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, more than 4.0 cm 11606
This procedure involves surgically removing a cancerous skin growth larger than 4.0 cm on your body, arms, or legs. It's a crucial step in preventing the spread of cancer. Local anesthesia is typically used, and recovery time varies. It's a common and safe procedure.
34 services33 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.
29 services29 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
28 services24 patients
Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 7.6-12.5 cm 12034
This procedure involves the repair of a moderate-sized wound (7.6-12.5 cm) on the scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs. It includes cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound to promote healing. Local anesthesia is used for comfort.
26 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94143 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
$104.51 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $26.12 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$84.91 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

CATHERINE RAMSDELL NNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-1000
DR. CLAUDIO ANDRES BRAVO CARRILLO M.D.
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 502-4243
MAURICIO JALIFE BUCAY M.D
Hospitalist
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 750-4994
EMMA B SHAK M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 476-1528
DR. ADRIANA A.T. MARTIN M.D., PH.D.
Internal Medicine
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 514-7288
WILLIAM JAMES DEARDORFF
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
505 PARNASSUS AVE, 15 LONG
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 406-1417
KEERTHANA REDDY BANALA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 514-7288
ROBERT CHRISTIAN WENZ
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-8054

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 Alvarado's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Alvarado is 1922029354. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 21, 2006.

Where is Michael Alvarado located?

Michael Alvarado practices at 505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143. The listed phone number is (415) 476-1236.

What is Michael Alvarado's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Michael Alvarado enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Alvarado 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 Alvarado was last updated on July 9, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.