Michael Ford Gibson, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Patients across MO can see Michael Ford Gibson, M.D. in person in Kansas City or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 96.68/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 90% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 329dNPPES updated 2025-06-11 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
4330 Wornall Rd Ste 50, Kansas City, MO 64111-3201
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 90% of doctors in Missouri on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202396.68/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.1 pts)
Top 10% of MIPS-scored doctors in MissouriHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better50.89%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+45.8 pts)
50.89% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
209
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
62
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
112
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$974 received from industry
10 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 Ford Gibson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport
Board certified · Jun 10, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
29 years in practice
Experienced
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Taxonomy: 208G00000X
Education & Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport (Class of 1997)
Mailing address
Po Box 7411931, Chicago, IL 60674-1931
Differs from practice location
Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Michael Ford Gibson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Ford Gibson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Kansas City 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 Ford Gibson
Dr. Gibson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Kansas City, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (816) 931-3312.
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 Ford Gibson
Practice Location
4330 Wornall Rd Ste 50, Kansas City, MO 64111-3201
Mailing Address
Po Box 7411931, Chicago, IL 60674-1931
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