2026 NPPES data Otolaryngology Physician NPI 1417046004 MD
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MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD

Otolaryngology Physician in SALISBURY, Maryland. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 471 beneficiaries · Otolaryngology Physician avg: 509
Generic prescribing
89%
generic claims · 11% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
100/100
▲ 17 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]

What the federal data shows

MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 100/100 — above the 83.1 national average — and filed 1,340 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.

100/100
MIPS score · +17 vs avg
1K
Part D claims, 2023
89%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician

CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023 — the federal quality measure

100 Top 7% higher than 93% of 477,587 scored providers

0–10: 8,684 scored providers (2%). Below this entry. 10–20: 3,008 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 20–30: 3,069 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 30–40: 2,746 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 40–50: 2,928 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 50–60: 5,882 scored providers (1%). Below this entry. 60–70: 13,906 scored providers (3%). Below this entry. 70–80: 118,074 scored providers (25%). Below this entry. 80–90: 129,887 scored providers (27%). Below this entry. 90–100: 189,403 scored providers (40%). This entry sits in this band. This provider 0 100 every MIPS-scored clinician, bucketed by value

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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD?

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/12/2006

NPI 1417046004

Primary specialty

Otolaryngology Physician

Mid-sized

10,895 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,340 163% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 509

MIPS final score

100/100 16.900000000000006% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Maryland

How Otolaryngology Physician compares to other specialties among Maryland providers

Maryland providers

Otolaryngology Physician share within Maryland

1. Otolaryngology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Otolaryngology Physician share within Maryland

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Otolaryngology Physician national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
100/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Otolaryngology Physician) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

0%100%National avg83%99%
MIPS final score (Otolaryngology Physician) — 100/100 vs national avg 83.1

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Otolaryngology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 106 MILFORD STREET, SALISBURY, MD, 21804, with a listed phone of (410) 742-1567. NPI 1417046004 was issued on 10/12/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what KELLEHER most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 1,340 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 471 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $133K in drug spend, split 11% brand-name and 89% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 0.8%. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 100/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 100), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Otolaryngology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,895 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 509 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

106 MILFORD STREET
SALISBURY, MD 21804

Provider Details

NPI 1417046004
Specialty Otolaryngology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/12/2006

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

100
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
100
Quality

Reporting: Group practice

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical

MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD — brand share 11.0%
Specialty average (est.)

11% brand-name claims vs 89% generic, on 1,340 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

1,340
Total Claims
$133K
Total Drug Cost
471
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
2,499
Total Day Supply
69,238
Brand vs Generic
11% brand / 89% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$86K
Generic Drug Cost
$47K
Opioid Claims
11 (0.8% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
57

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.06
Gender Split
65% female / 35% male
Age Distribution
<65: 32, 65-74: 219, 75-84: 180, 85+: 40

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Azelastine Hcl
291
Fluticasone Propionate
162
Montelukast Sodium
133
Ipratropium Bromide
112
Mupirocin
82
Sodium Chloride
Sodium Chloride Irrig Solution
62
Omeprazole
51
Methylprednisolone
31
Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil
30
Naproxen
29

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Otolaryngology Physician Overview

How MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD fits within the Otolaryngology Physician landscape nationally.

10,895
Otolaryngology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Otolaryngology Physician
509
Avg Claims per Provider

MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's 1,340 claims are above the specialty average of 509.

Nearby Otolaryngology Physician Providers in Maryland

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Maryland, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as KELLEHER.

Compare Otolaryngology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's specialty?
MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD specializes in Otolaryngology Physician and practices in SALISBURY, Maryland. Credentials: MD.
How much does MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD wrote 1,340 Medicare Part D claims totaling $133K in drug costs for 471 beneficiaries.
What is MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's Medicare quality score?
MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 100/100 (Quality: 100). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD located?
MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD is located at 106 MILFORD STREET, SALISBURY, MD, 21804. Phone: (410) 742-1567.
What is MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's NPI number?
MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417046004, issued on 10/12/2006.
Does MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's prescribing is 11% brand-name and 89% generic drugs by claim count, with $86K in brand drug costs.
Does MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD prescribe opioids?
Yes, MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD had 11 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 0.8%.
How many Otolaryngology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,895 Otolaryngology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Otolaryngology Physician provider writes 509 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Azelastine Hcl, Fluticasone Propionate, Montelukast Sodium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD accept Medicare?
MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,340 Part D claims and 471 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's credentials?
MICHAEL KELLEHER, MD's NPI is 1417046004 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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