Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Nakao, MD
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Albany, NY
- NPI 1538169404
- Accepts Medicare
- 51 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5 Palisades Dr, Ste 100
Albany, NY 122056433
(518) 438-4496
fax (518) 438-5803 - Mailing address
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Po Box 14890
Albany, NY 122124890
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 19, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1975 — 51 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #130302
- Medicaid
- NY #00639381
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538169404. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
598
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$52,543
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 182 | 141 | $124 | |
94010 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume | 76 | 70 | $26 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 67 | 59 | $175 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 65 | 58 | $23 | |
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 42 | 38 | $55 | |
94060 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration | 39 | 35 | $37 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 31 | 31 | $162 | |
94727 |
Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout | 24 | 23 | $42 | |
G0399 |
Home sleep test (hst) with type iii portable monitor, unattended; minimum of 4 channels: 2 respiratory movement/airflow, 1 ecg/heart rate and 1 oxygen saturation | 22 | 22 | $55 | |
94726 |
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors | 18 | 16 | $53 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Albany Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 58. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$702
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Therapeutics Corporation | 1 | $147.82 | |
| Pulmonx Corporation | 1 | $146.33 | |
| Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC | 1 | $122.88 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $122.06 | |
| Harmony Biosciences LLC | 1 | $112.52 | |
| Axsome Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $50.72 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
4,914
Patients
3,875
Total drug cost
$1,472,571
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abrysvo (Rsv Vacc, Pref A and Pref B/Pf) | Brand | 1,215 | 1,215 | $383,554 |
| Shingrix (Varicella-Zoster Ge/As01b/Pf) | Brand | 1,180 | 889 | $245,757 |
| Arexvy (Rsvpref3 Antigen/As01e/Pf) | Brand | 939 | 939 | $285,058 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 392 | 173 | $20,495 |
| Boostrix Tdap (Diphth,Pertuss(Acell),Tet Vac) | Brand | 289 | 289 | $18,332 |
| Trelegy Ellipta (Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter) | Brand | 207 | 73 | $235,295 |
| Breo Ellipta (Fluticasone/Vilanterol) | Brand | 115 | 41 | $83,128 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 112 | 60 | $764 |
| Anoro Ellipta (Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr) | Brand | 89 | 30 | $86,784 |
| Incruse Ellipta (Umeclidinium Bromide) | Brand | 88 | 30 | $70,585 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Nakao's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Nakao practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Albany, NY.
Where does Dr. Michael Nakao practice?
Dr. Michael Nakao practices at 5 Palisades Dr, Albany, NY 122056433. Office phone: 5184384496.
What is Dr. Michael Nakao's NPI?
Dr. Michael Nakao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538169404, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Nakao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Nakao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Nakao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume (HCPCS 94010); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.