Waldemar Riefkohl, M.D.
NPI 1184887234 · Otolaryngology Physician · Pinehurst, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Waldemar Riefkohl, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Pinehurst, NC (NPI 1184887234).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184887234
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 201100226 (NC)
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
17 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
2,931 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 598 | $3 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract Injected Into Skin95024 | 469 | $7 |
| Professional Service for Preparation and Provision of 1 Or More Antigens95165 | 350 | $13 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 348 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 200 | $86 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 190 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | 186 | 71 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 137 | 55 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 105 | 55 |
| Omeprazole | 76 | 31 |
| Methylprednisolone | 66 | 62 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 48 | 45 |
| Cephalexin | 48 | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$219 across 7 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
- 2008-07-09
- Last updated
- 2018-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Waldemar Riefkohl's NPI number?
- Waldemar Riefkohl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184887234, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Waldemar Riefkohl's specialty?
- Waldemar Riefkohl is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Waldemar Riefkohl located?
- Waldemar Riefkohl's practice location on file with NPPES is 5 First Village Dr, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
- What is Waldemar Riefkohl's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Waldemar Riefkohl is (910) 295-6831.
- Does Waldemar Riefkohl accept Medicare?
- Waldemar Riefkohl is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Waldemar Riefkohl's NPI active?
- Yes — Waldemar Riefkohl's NPI (1184887234) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.