Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Drass, MD
Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (CMS: Pain Management) · Altoona, PA
- NPI 1225144520
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1402 9Th Ave
Altoona, PA 166022415
(814) 940-2000 - Mailing address
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1023 Penn View Ln
Duncansville, PA 166357717
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 19, 2008
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207LP2900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD053729L
- Medicaid
- PA #0016964200007
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1225144520. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,427
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$146,200
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 465 | 288 | $86 | |
27096 |
Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance | 135 | 73 | $104 | |
64493 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 73 | 44 | $130 | |
64494 |
Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level | 73 | 44 | $74 | |
64636 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint | 63 | 54 | $84 | |
64635 |
Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint | 60 | 54 | $274 | |
62323 |
Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance | 59 | 51 | $96 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 53 | 53 | $109 | |
64483 |
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level | 49 | 43 | $113 | |
64490 |
Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level | 37 | 21 | $141 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$2,312
Transactions
61
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 7 | $509.60 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 5 | $350.50 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 4 | $251.01 | |
| MML US, Inc. | 5 | $236.80 | |
| Vertos Medical, Inc. | 6 | $167.10 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 12 | $150.45 | |
| SPR Therapeutics, Inc | 1 | $95.73 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 5 | $87.79 | |
| Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 4 | $69.69 | |
| Averitas Pharma Inc. | 3 | $68.51 | |
| Lundbeck LLC | 3 | $50.44 | |
| SI-BONE, INC. | 2 | $44.53 | |
| Merz Pharmaceuticals, LLC | 1 | $41.14 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $39.13 | |
| Valinor Pharma, LLC | 2 | $32.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,916
Patients
471
Total drug cost
$385,169
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 478 | 74 | $9,409 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 459 | 43 | $28,505 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 322 | 72 | $6,088 |
| Baclofen | Generic | 286 | 66 | $5,557 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 242 | 33 | $7,175 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 169 | 30 | $2,162 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 162 | 20 | $3,736 |
| Oxycontin (Oxycodone Hcl) | Brand | 126 | 12 | $164,262 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 115 | 21 | $2,157 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 114 | 29 | $1,217 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Drass's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Drass practices Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician in Altoona, PA.
Where does Dr. Michael Drass practice?
Dr. Michael Drass practices at 1402 9Th Ave, Altoona, PA 166022415. Office phone: 8149402000.
What is Dr. Michael Drass's NPI?
Dr. Michael Drass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225144520, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Drass accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Drass accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Drass commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance (HCPCS 27096); Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level (HCPCS 64493). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.