Michael William Delaney, M.D.
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael William Delaney is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Poway, CA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael William Delaney, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 32+ years, working in group practice. A Georgetown University School of Medicine graduate since 1994, he brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 78.8/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 49% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 64% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
15611 Pomerado Rd Ste 580, Poway, CA 92064-2438
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202378.8/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.8 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.97%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in California0.97% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.9%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.1 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
502
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
496
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,478
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $439k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$3.5k received from industry
179 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Michael William Delaney's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Board certified · Sep 9, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
6010 Hidden Valley Rd Ste 200, Carlsbad, CA 92011-4219
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190167
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael William Delaney for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Poway required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael William Delaney
NPI records show Dr. Delaney as active with telehealth listed in Poway, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 631-3000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael William Delaney
Practice Location
15611 Pomerado Rd Ste 580, Poway, CA 92064-2438
Mailing Address
6010 Hidden Valley Rd Ste 200, Carlsbad, CA 92011-4219
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