Physician Profile
Paul Makela, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Makela
Paul Makela, MD is a healthcare provider in Detroit, MI specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. Paul trained at Wayne State University School of Medicine, graduating in 1982. Medicare claims data shows Paul provided 860 services to 696 patients. The services billed most often include established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more, visit complexity inherent to evaluation and management associated with medical care services that serve as the continuing focal point for all needed health care services and/or with medical care services that are part of ongoing care related to a patient', and pelvic exam.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (313) 870-9410
- Email not available
Practice Locations
3011 W GRAND BLVD SUITE 550
Detroit, MI 48202
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Obstetrics and Gynecology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
Infections and vulvovaginal conditions
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Genital herpes
- Genital warts
- Vulvodynia
Menstrual and hormonal
- Absent periods
- Genitourinary syndrome of menopause
- Painful periods
- Perimenopause
- Premenstrual syndrome
Pelvic pain and benign gynecology
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Ovarian cysts
- Painful intercourse
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urinary incontinence in women
- Uterine fibroids
Pregnancy
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Hyperemesis gravidarum
- Miscarriage
- Placenta previa
- Postpartum depression
- Preeclampsia
- Preterm labor
Cancer and precancer
- Abnormal cervical cells and cervical dysplasia
- Cervical cancer
- Endometrial cancer
- Endometrial hyperplasia
- Ovarian cancer
Contraception
- Birth Control Side Effects
Fertility
- Infertility
- Recurrent Miscarriages
Infections
- Chlamydia
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Pregnancy Complications
- High-risk pregnancy
- Twins or triplets
Vaginal & Vulvar Health
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- C-section
- Hysterectomy
- IUD insertion
- Pap smear
- Ultrasound
Contraception and office treatment
Pregnancy and delivery
- External cephalic version
- Forceps- or vacuum-assisted delivery
- Prenatal care
- Vaginal childbirth
Preventive and diagnostic
- Colposcopy
- Endometrial biopsy
- Human papillomavirus testing
Birth Control
Contraception
Diagnostic Procedures
- Amniocentesis
Fertility
- Egg freezing
- Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Hormone & Menopause
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Consultation
Laparoscopic and adnexal surgery
- Gynecologic laparoscopy
- Ovarian cyst removal
- Ovary removal
Pelvic floor
- Pelvic organ prolapse surgery
- Sling surgery for stress incontinence
Postpartum Care
Pregnancy & Prenatal
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- Prenatal genetic screening
Preventive Care
Preventive Screening
- STI Screening Panel
Routine Exams
Surgeries
- Endometriosis Excision Surgery
- Labia Reduction
- Tubal Ligation ("Tubes Tied")
Uterine and cervical procedures
- Cervical cone biopsy
- Dilation and curettage
- Endometrial ablation
- Hysteroscopy
- LEEP
- Myomectomy
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
860 services · 696 patients · 21 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insertion of device into abdomen with pressure and urine flow rate study | Procedure | 51797 |
40 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying | Procedure | 51741 |
40 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Complex measurement of pressure of urine flow in bladder with urethra pressure and voiding pressure studies | Procedure | 51729 |
40 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Diagnostic exam of bladder and urethra using an endoscope | Procedure | 52000 |
34 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Non-needle measurement and recording of electrical activity of muscles at bladder and bowel openings | Procedure | 51784 |
34 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
| Surgical repair of vaginal defect using an endoscope | Procedure | 57425 |
27 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Creation of sling around urethra in female to control leakage | Procedure | 57288 |
25 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Repair of herniated rectum into vaginal wall | Procedure | 57250 |
25 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Repair of anal muscle for incontinence or prolapse, adult | Procedure | 46750 |
25 | |
| Fitting and insertion of vaginal support device | Procedure | 57160 |
20 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
Other OB-GYNs in Detroit 8
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Wayne State University School of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
More connections — 16 related providers in 2 groups
Class of 1982 at Wayne State University School of Medicine 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Insertion of device into abdomen with pressure and urine flow rate study 8
Providers in MI who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Dr. Makela's specialty?
Dr. Makela is an OB-GYN in Detroit, MI. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Obstetrics & Gynecology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Dr. Makela?
Dr. Makela is listed at 3011 W Grand Blvd Suite 550, Detroit, MI 48202. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Dr. Makela?
The number on file is (313) 870-9410. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Dr. Makela?
Dr. Makela's National Provider Identifier is 1689750465. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Makela's medical education?
Dr. Makela attended Wayne State University School of Medicine, graduating in 1982. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Dr. Makela have?
Dr. Makela has 44 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1982, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Dr. Makela known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Makela performs procedures including insertion of device into abdomen with pressure and urine flow rate study, electronic assessment of bladder emptying and complex measurement of pressure of urine flow in bladder with urethra pressure and voiding pressure studies; reads or performs imaging such as ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina and ultrasound scan of pelvic region through rectum, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Dr. Makela's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Makela. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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