David Whittman, M.D., M.P.H.
NPI 1205938917 · Nephrology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Whittman, M.D., M.P.H. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1205938917).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205938917
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.P.H.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 26933 (AZ)
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
1,476 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 537 | $113 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 321 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 297 | $171 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 114 | $163 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 82 | $75 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 70 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | 197 | 62 |
| Losartan Potassium | 136 | 47 |
| Spironolactone | 120 | 43 |
| Lisinopril | 103 | 32 |
| Furosemide | 99 | 42 |
| Prednisone | 99 | 29 |
| Allopurinol | 93 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$660 across 38 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
- 2006-09-02
- Last updated
- 2018-06-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Whittman's NPI number?
- David Whittman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205938917, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Whittman's specialty?
- David Whittman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Whittman located?
- David Whittman's practice location on file with NPPES is 4511 N Campbell Ave #100, Tucson, AZ 85718.
- What is David Whittman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Whittman is (520) 529-6500.
- Does David Whittman accept Medicare?
- David Whittman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Whittman's NPI active?
- Yes — David Whittman's NPI (1205938917) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-06-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.