Wame Waggenspack, M.D.
NPI 1003834169 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wame Waggenspack, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1003834169).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003834169
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 201531 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Orthopaedic Surgery Physician207X00000X
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
801 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 281 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 215 | $118 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 131 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 69 | $83 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 29 | $156 |
| Anchoring of Biceps Tendon23430 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methocarbamol | 148 | 92 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 121 | 86 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 119 | 81 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 82 | 80 |
| Meloxicam | 48 | 36 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 36 | 23 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,857 across 8 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (4)
- 7718 Garth RoadBaytown, TX 77521Phone: (713) 347-9031Fax: (833) 428-4555
- 8731 Katy Fwy Ste 420Houston, TX 77024-1736Phone: (832) 516-6997Fax: (833) 972-5137
- 7401 Main StHouston, TX 77030-4509Phone: (713) 799-2300Fax: (833) 520-1440
- 520 Blossom StWebster, TX 77598-4210Phone: (281) 332-9537Fax: (833) 520-1435
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-17
- Last updated
- 2025-02-26
- Certified
- 2025-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wame Waggenspack's NPI number?
- Wame Waggenspack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003834169, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wame Waggenspack's specialty?
- Wame Waggenspack is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wame Waggenspack located?
- Wame Waggenspack's practice location on file with NPPES is 8080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810-7827.
- What is Wame Waggenspack's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wame Waggenspack is (225) 924-2424.
- Does Wame Waggenspack accept Medicare?
- Wame Waggenspack is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wame Waggenspack's NPI active?
- Yes — Wame Waggenspack's NPI (1003834169) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.