Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Vega, D.P.M.
Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Podiatrist · Norwalk, CA
- NPI 1740205715
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.1 / 100 · 2023
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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13132 Studebaker RD Ste A
Norwalk, CA 906502573
(562) 888-5944
fax (562) 888-5945 - Mailing address
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1577 Las Palomas Dr
La Habra Heights, CA 906318007
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 7, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213ES0103X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #E2960
- Medicaid (3)
- CA #GRE000310 · CA #GRE000311 · CA #1101320
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740205715. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,033
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$277,733
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 620 | 256 | $49 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 310 | 172 | $98 | |
97610 |
Therapy procedure using ultrasound | 232 | 20 | $524 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 174 | 94 | $94 | |
20551 |
Injection into tendon at attachment to bone or muscle | 81 | 30 | $60 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 80 | 80 | $122 | |
11043 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 68 | 16 | $251 | |
29580 |
Strapping, unna boot | 66 | 13 | $47 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 64 | 32 | $145 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 64 | 13 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Norwalk Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist, average services per provider: 188. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$144
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith+Nephew, INC. | 3 | $59.02 | |
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $37.71 | |
| Reprise Biomedical, INC. | 1 | $24.08 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 1 | $22.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
242
Patients
76
Total drug cost
$26,147
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | Generic | 74 | 32 | $796 |
| Pentoxifylline | Generic | 36 | 0 | $1,210 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 27 | 15 | $562 |
| Santyl (Collagenase Clostridium Hist.) | Brand | 26 | 16 | $22,147 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $228 |
| Ciclopirox (Ciclopirox Olamine) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $488 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 15 | 0 | $177 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 14 | 0 | $376 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 13 | $163 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Vega's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Vega practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Norwalk, CA.
Where does Dr. Michael Vega practice?
Dr. Michael Vega practices at 13132 Studebaker RD Ste A, Norwalk, CA 906502573. Office phone: 5628885944.
What is Dr. Michael Vega's NPI?
Dr. Michael Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740205715, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Vega accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Vega accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Vega commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Therapy procedure using ultrasound (HCPCS 97610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.