Quick answers
- Does Craig J. Pilichowski accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Craig J. Pilichowski accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Craig J. Pilichowski see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 536 Original Medicare patients and 2,587 services for Craig J. Pilichowski. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Craig J. Pilichowski's NPI number?
- 1467450551. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Craig J. Pilichowski, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 536 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 2,587 |
| Different services or procedures | 34 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 78 |
Most frequent services
- Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (11721)1,339 services
- Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more (99214)151 services
- Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more (99213)145 services
- Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (11056)133 services
- Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (J1100)106 services
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol75%
- Arthritis51%
- Diabetes42%
- Ischemic heart disease34%
- Chronic kidney disease29%
Hospitals where Craig J. Pilichowski works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Craig J. Pilichowski at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- MyMichigan Medical Center AlpenaAlpena, MI · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 3 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 230036
Practice locations
Addresses where Craig J. Pilichowski is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 321 Long Rapids PlzAlpena, MI 49707 (989) 354‑3309
- 4656 N F, Suite 41Oscoda, MI 48750 (989) 739‑9805
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Craig J. Pilichowski as a member of this group (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Northern Foot and Ankle Centers P.C.4 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Podiatryprimary
Other podiatrists in Alpena
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Alpena, MI — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Northern Foot and Ankle Centers P.C.
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | DPM |
|---|---|
| Podiatric medical school | Barry University School Of Podiatric Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1996 (30 years since podiatric medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1467450551 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians