Michael Wax, MD
NPI 1255306296 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Berkeley Heights, NJ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Wax, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Berkeley Heights, NJ (NPI 1255306296).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255306296
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MA43211 (NJ)
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
20 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
10,179 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 2,553 | $139 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,302 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,179 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 1,125 | $10 |
| Gammaglobulin (immune System Protein) Measurement82784 | 403 | $9 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 314 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 104 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 365 | 103 |
| Rivaroxabanbrand: Xarelto | 172 | 43 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 170 | 52 |
| Alprazolam | 167 | 36 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 150 | 46 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 144 | 46 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$100 across 1 record (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
- 2006-02-22
- Last updated
- 2019-07-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Wax's NPI number?
- Michael Wax's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255306296, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Wax's specialty?
- Michael Wax is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Wax located?
- Michael Wax's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Diamond Hill Rd, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922-2104.
- What is Michael Wax's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Wax is (908) 277-8890.
- Does Michael Wax accept Medicare?
- Michael Wax is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Wax's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Wax's NPI (1255306296) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.