Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Schafer, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Omaha, NE
- NPI 1538240007
- Accepts Medicare
- 24 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8901 Indian Hills Dr, Suite 200
Omaha, NE 681144057
(402) 397-7057
fax (402) 397-6656
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 7, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 2002 — 24 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Nebraska #23063
- Medicaid
- NE #47077295213
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538240007. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,401
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$209,424
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43237 |
Ultrasound exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope through mouth | 153 | 151 | $158 | |
43238 |
Ultrasound guided needle aspiration or biopsy of esophagus using a flexible endoscope | 133 | 126 | $188 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 130 | 101 | $72 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 109 | 101 | $81 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 108 | 108 | $210 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 103 | 98 | $91 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 89 | 83 | $105 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 65 | 64 | $118 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 59 | 59 | $137 | |
43274 |
Insertion of stent into pancreatic or bile duct using a flexible endoscope | 58 | 50 | $376 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 25 peers in Omaha Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 429. This provider delivers 3.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$11,206
Transactions
26
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 25 | $11,193.21 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $13.14 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
655
Patients
245
Total drug cost
$87,219
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 167 | 154 | $3,988 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 163 | 49 | $2,412 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 94 | 30 | $1,833 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 30 | 0 | $25,270 |
| Rabeprazole Sodium | Generic | 26 | 0 | $1,229 |
| Creon (Lipase/Protease/Amylase) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $41,771 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 20 | 0 | $211 |
| Balsalazide Disodium | Generic | 19 | 0 | $4,607 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 19 | 0 | $3,430 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $444 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Schafer's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Schafer practices Gastroenterology Physician in Omaha, NE.
Where does Dr. Michael Schafer practice?
Dr. Michael Schafer practices at 8901 Indian Hills Dr, Omaha, NE 681144057. Office phone: 4023977057.
What is Dr. Michael Schafer's NPI?
Dr. Michael Schafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538240007, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Schafer accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Schafer accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Schafer commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasound exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope through mouth (HCPCS 43237); Ultrasound guided needle aspiration or biopsy of esophagus using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43238); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.