Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Kakareka, DO
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Neurological Surgery Physician · West Reading, PA
- NPI 1174948004
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 85.3 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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601 Spruce St
West Reading, PA 196111443
(484) 628-8900 - Additional location
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4190 City Ave
Philadelphia, PA 191311626
(215) 871-6690 - Mailing address
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Po Box 13579
Reading, PA 196123579
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 14, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Pennsylvania #OS024552 · Michigan #5101026082
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1174948004. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
210
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$19,347
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 69 | 69 | $129 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 33 | 26 | $34 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 32 | 31 | $64 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 27 | 26 | $78 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 20 | 19 | $48 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 18 | 18 | $94 | |
61783 |
Computer-assisted spinal procedure | 11 | 11 | $228 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in West Reading Neurological Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 30. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$566
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 5 | $490.18 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $55.98 | |
| Csl Behring | 1 | $20.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
54
Patients
14
Total drug cost
$398
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | Generic | 21 | 14 | $167 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $125 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $106 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Kakareka's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Kakareka practices Neurological Surgery Physician in West Reading, PA.
Where does Dr. Michael Kakareka practice?
Dr. Michael Kakareka practices at 601 Spruce St, West Reading, PA 196111443. Office phone: 4846288900.
What is Dr. Michael Kakareka's NPI?
Dr. Michael Kakareka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174948004, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Kakareka accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Kakareka accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Kakareka commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.