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DR. MICHAEL ROBERT DEFEO DPT
NPI 1942464714
Physical Therapist - Orthopedic in Garden City, NY

Active since July 10, 2008Accepts Medicare Assignment
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CMS Quality Rating
1325 FRANKLIN AVE STE LL105, GARDEN CITY, NY 11530(516) 280-8811(516) 280-8809 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Michael Robert Defeo Dpt NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL ROBERT DEFEO DPT (NPI 1942464714) is an individual orthopedic provider in Garden City, New York, licensed in New York (030387) and active in the NPI registry since July 2008. He is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1942464714
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2251X0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL ROBERT DEFEOCredential: DPT
Location Address1325 FRANKLIN AVE STE LL105Garden City, NY 11530-1688
Mailing Address1325 Franklin Ave Ste Ll105Garden City, NY 11530-1688 · (516) 280-8811 · Fax (516) 280-8809
Phone(516) 280-8811
Fax(516) 280-8809
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 2021
NPPES CertifiedMarch 4, 2021
✔ NPI 1942464714 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Therapist · OrthopedicRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Taxonomy Code2251X0800X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 030387
Definition
A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science; pathology/pathophysiology, pain science, medical and surgical considerations, orthopaedic physical therapy theory and practice, and critical inquiry for evidence-based practice.
1325 FRANKLIN AVE STE LL105, Garden City, NY 11530
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Michael Robert Defeo Dpt 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 ID8426116088
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081027000078

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Defeo reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Elite Performance Physical Therapy PC
Same address
Physical Therapy
1325 FRANKLIN AVE, SUITE LL105
Garden City, NY 11530
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 9 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285969188 (516) 280-8811

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 97110
This therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.
4,720 services342 patients
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 97140
This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.
4,624 services340 patients
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes 97112
This therapy helps retrain your brain, nerves, and muscles to work together. Through targeted exercises, your body learns to regain lost functions or improve current abilities. Each session lasts 15 minutes.
4,604 services341 patients
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 30 minutes 97162
An evaluation for physical therapy is a 30-minute session where a physical therapist assesses your current physical condition. They'll examine your strength, flexibility, balance, and mobility to identify areas needing improvement. This helps tailor a therapy plan to your specific needs.
158 services148 patients

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.

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MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality0
Improvement Activities0

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 Defeo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Defeo is 1942464714. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2008.

Where is Michael Defeo located?

Michael Defeo practices at 1325 Franklin Ave Ste Ll105, Garden City, NY 11530. The listed phone number is (516) 280-8811.

What is Michael Defeo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Therapist, specializing in Orthopedic, with taxonomy code 2251X0800X.

Is Michael Defeo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Defeo 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Michael Defeo's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Defeo reassigns Medicare benefits to Elite Performance Physical Therapy PC (Garden City, NY). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Michael Defeo's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Defeo was last updated on March 4, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.