Dr. David A. Friar
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 28 years
- Graduated from: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1993
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1720083108
Dr. David A. Friar M.D.
Emergency Physician
He is located at 1105 6th Street in Traverse City, MI 49684. Can help patients with the following: Angina, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Common Cold, Edema, Frostbite, Prescription Refill. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720083108. Appointment can be made via the phone number (231) 947-0673. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. David A. Friar, being an emergency physician, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. David A. Friar.
- Abdominal Pain
- Acute Pain
- Altitude Sickness
- Anemia
- Angina
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Atherosclerosis
- Bladder Control
- Brain Aneurysm
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Broken Bone
- Bruises
- Chest Pain
- Choking
- Cholecystitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Common Cold
- Constipation
- Coronavirus
- Costochondritis
- Cystitis
- Diarrhea
- Edema
- Febrile Seizure
- Fever
- Frostbite
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- General Care
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Hematoma
- Hiatal Hernia
- High Blood Pressure
- Hot Flashes
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hyponatremia
- Influenza
- Inguinal Hernia
- Insect Stings
- Laceration
- Migraine
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Peptic Ulcer
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Prescription Refill
- Urethritis
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Whiplash
Procedures Performed by Dr. David A. Friar
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. David A. Friar as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter from Meridian
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Ambetter from Meridian
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Priority Health
Network data as of Aug 26, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Priority Health
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| MyPriority Balanced Silver | HMO · Silver | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Premier Silver | HMO · Silver | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Standard Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Standard Bronze - Travel | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Standard Gold | HMO · Gold | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Standard Silver | HMO · Silver | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Standard Silver - Travel | HMO · Silver | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Value Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
| MyPriority Value Bronze HSA | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Mypriority HMO | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. David A. Friar is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. David A. Friar is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Internal Medicine .
Bills through: Aspirus Iron River Hospital & Clinics Inc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Pfizer | $375 |
| Sunovion Pharmaceuticals | $120 |
| E.R. Squibb \u0026 Sons | $17 |
Other
| Promotional Speaking or Service | $375 |
| Food and Beverage | $153 |
Studies
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1993Additional Specialities
- Internist
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. David A. Friar?
Dr. David A. Friar's office is located at 1105 6th Street in Traverse City, MI 49684.
Does Dr. David A. Friar accept patients with Ambetter from Meridian?
Yes, Dr. David A. Friar is listed in-network for Ambetter from Meridian through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. David A. Friar have affiliation with practices?
Dr. David A. Friar is affiliated with West Shore Medical Center Physician Services.
What conditions does Dr. David A. Friar treat?
Dr. David A. Friar provides treatment for Angina, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Common Cold, Edema, Frostbite, Prescription Refill. For the full list see this list.
Has Dr. David A. Friar affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. David A. Friar is affiliated with MUNSON HEALTHCARE CADILLAC HOSPITAL. For the full list of hospitals see this list.