Michael J Septer, D.O.
Michael J Septer is a Family Medicine specialist based in Grand Rapids, MI with over 50 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael J Septer, D.O. has practiced family medicine for 50+ years, working in group practice. Trained at At Still University of Health Sciences, College of Osteo Med, Kirksville (class of 1976), he has been practicing for over 50 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have arthritis, hypertension, and anxiety.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 46% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 283dNPPES updated 2025-08-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2335 Burton St Se Ste 130, Grand Rapids, MI 49506-4630
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better19.66%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+14.6 pts)
19.66% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.2 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
57
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
187
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,521
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.05M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Arthritis, Hypertension, and Anxiety Disorders.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-35%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.4k received from industry
143 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 J Septer's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1976
A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board certified · Aug 12, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
50 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
At Still University of Health Sciences, College of Osteo Med, Kirksville (Class of 1976)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Michael J Septer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael J Septer for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, anxiety counseling — no travel to Grand Rapids 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 J Septer
NPI records show Dr. Septer as active with telehealth listed in Grand Rapids, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (616) 956-9400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael J Septer
Practice Location
2335 Burton St Se Ste 130, Grand Rapids, MI 49506-4630
Mailing Address
2335 Burton St Se Ste 130, Grand Rapids, MI 49506-4630
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