David Poetker, MD
NPI 1265447783 · Otolaryngology Physician · Milwaukee, WI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Poetker, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Milwaukee, WI (NPI 1265447783).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1265447783
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45046-020 (WI)
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
427 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 176 | $59 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 101 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 59 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 27 | $90 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 23 | $76 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 246 | 94 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 212 | 75 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 179 | 48 |
| Mupirocin | 74 | 30 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 41 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 36 | 29 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 32 | 25 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,303 across 14 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
- 2006-07-31
- Last updated
- 2014-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Poetker's NPI number?
- David Poetker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265447783, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Poetker's specialty?
- David Poetker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Poetker located?
- David Poetker's practice location on file with NPPES is 9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226-3522.
- What is David Poetker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Poetker is (414) 805-5581.
- Does David Poetker accept Medicare?
- David Poetker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Poetker's NPI active?
- Yes — David Poetker's NPI (1265447783) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.