Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Michael Paulsen, M.D.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician (CMS: Thoracic Surgery) · Palo Alto, CA

  • NPI 1063832442
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 12 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
300 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 943042203
(650) 723-4000

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
April 2014 — 12 yrs on file
Profile last updated
April 27, 2024
Year of graduation
2014 — 12 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
208G00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #A138218

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1063832442. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Open Payments

Industry payments received

CMS Open Payments
All-time total
$300
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
Payer (manufacturer) Industry Txns Amount
ABIOMED 1 $142.79
Medtronic, Inc. 3 $125.46
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. 1 $32.17

By nature of payment

Food and Beverage
$300

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Michael Paulsen's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Paulsen practices Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Michael Paulsen practice?
Dr. Michael Paulsen practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 943042203. Office phone: 6507234000.
What is Dr. Michael Paulsen's NPI?
Dr. Michael Paulsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063832442, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Paulsen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Paulsen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.