Alexander Wendling, MD
NPI 1114456597 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Columbia, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Wendling, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Columbia, MO (NPI 1114456597).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1114456597
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2023022673 (MO)
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
9 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
2,910 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 394 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 382 | $35 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 343 | $41 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 331 | $117 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 301 | $41 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 284 | $64 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 139 | 82 |
| Celecoxib | 125 | 65 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 104 | 55 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 40 | 39 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 39 | 38 |
| Cefadroxil | 36 | 34 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 17 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$800 across 11 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
- 2017-06-08
- Last updated
- 2025-03-19
- Certified
- 2025-03-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Wendling's NPI number?
- Alexander Wendling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114456597, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Wendling's specialty?
- Alexander Wendling is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Wendling located?
- Alexander Wendling's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 S Keene St, Columbia, MO 65201-7199.
- What is Alexander Wendling's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Wendling is (573) 443-2402.
- Does Alexander Wendling accept Medicare?
- Alexander Wendling is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Wendling's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Wendling's NPI (1114456597) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.