Thomas Wheeler, MD
NPI 1154536506 · Nephrology Physician · Columbia, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Wheeler, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Columbia, SC (NPI 1154536506).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154536506
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34077 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
4,586 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kidney Function Blood Test Panel80069 | 464 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 459 | $100 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 432 | $8 |
| Total Protein Level, Urine84156 | 390 | $4 |
| Creatinine Level to Test for Kidney Function Or Muscle Injury82570 | 380 | $5 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 334 | $9 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 84 | 27 |
| Epoetin Alfabrand: Procrit | 69 | 14 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 53 | 22 |
| Allopurinol | 47 | — |
| Calcitriol | 45 | — |
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 44 | — |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 43 | 18 |
| Labetalol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,458 across 52 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
- 2007-05-11
- Last updated
- 2017-08-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Wheeler's NPI number?
- Thomas Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154536506, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Wheeler's specialty?
- Thomas Wheeler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Wheeler located?
- Thomas Wheeler's practice location on file with NPPES is 121 Park Central Dr, Columbia, SC 29203-6476.
- What is Thomas Wheeler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Wheeler is (803) 252-9907.
- Does Thomas Wheeler accept Medicare?
- Thomas Wheeler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Wheeler's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Wheeler's NPI (1154536506) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-08-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.