Thomas Welton, M.D.
NPI 1043249931 · Gastroenterology Physician · Colorado Springs, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Welton, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Colorado Springs, CO (NPI 1043249931).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043249931
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 04-25283 (KS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
541 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 163 | $226 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 115 | $91 |
| Dilation of Esophagus43450 | 44 | $39 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 32 | $112 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 28 | $112 |
| Removal of Large Bowel Tissue Using a Flexible Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 298 | 125 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 124 | 124 |
| Omeprazole | 64 | 21 |
| Sod Sulf/Pot Chloride/Mag Sulfbrand: Sutab | 41 | 41 |
| Famotidine | 36 | 14 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 27 | 26 |
| Budesonidebrand: Budesonide Dr |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$57 across 3 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-02
- Last updated
- 2019-09-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Welton's NPI number?
- Thomas Welton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043249931, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Welton's specialty?
- Thomas Welton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Welton located?
- Thomas Welton's practice location on file with NPPES is 2920 N Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80907-6265.
- What is Thomas Welton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Welton is (719) 636-1201.
- Does Thomas Welton accept Medicare?
- Thomas Welton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Welton's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Welton's NPI (1043249931) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-09-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.