MICHAEL SALATA, M.D.
Advanced Wound Care & Hyperbaric
Direct Primary Care
Expert management of complex internal health issues, from routine wellness to chronic disease.
Credentials & Training
Federally verified- Credential
- MD
- Graduated
- 1990
- Medicare specialty
- Internal Medicine
- Group practice
- Spectrum Health Primary Care Partners · 2,283 clinicians
- Medicare assignment
- Accepted — bills the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full
Sourced from the CMS Doctors & Clinicians national file, last checked October 2026.
About
Internal medicine focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of complex illnesses in adults. Michael Salata, M.D., practices within the Spectrum Health Primary Care Partners group in Traverse City, Michigan. Because this practice operates on a direct-pay model, patients pay for services directly rather than through traditional insurance billing.
The field of internal medicine manages acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan. Care encompasses preventive screenings, managing complex comorbidities such as heart disease, diabetes, and kidney issues, and providing guidance for overall wellness.
The practice is situated within a large group setting, allowing for access to a broad network of medical resources. Medicare assignment is accepted by the group.
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Conditions Treated
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Patients Served
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does an internist typically provide?
Internal medicine covers the diagnosis and management of complex illnesses in adults, including preventive care and the treatment of chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
Does this provider accept Medicare?
Yes, the group practice accepts Medicare assignment.
What does 'direct-pay' mean for billing?
A direct-pay model means that patients pay for services directly to the practice rather than having the provider bill a third-party insurance company.
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