Wagdy Kades, M.D.
NPI 1326080060 · Rheumatology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wagdy Kades, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1326080060).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326080060
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A56293 (CA)
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
1,361 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 | 811 | $147 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid Large Joint Using Ultrasound Guidance20611 | 184 | $115 |
| Office Or Other Outpatient Visit for the Evaluation and Management of Established Patient That May Not Require Presence of Healthcare Professional99211 | 151 | $28 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 64 | $76 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 50 | $189 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 55 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 615 | 168 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 571 | 101 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 477 | 186 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 390 | 70 |
| Celecoxib | 361 | 87 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 346 | 96 |
| Pregabalin | 311 | 88 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$11,521 across 204 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
- 2006-06-10
- Last updated
- 2020-09-03
- Certified
- 2020-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wagdy Kades's NPI number?
- Wagdy Kades's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326080060, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wagdy Kades's specialty?
- Wagdy Kades is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wagdy Kades located?
- Wagdy Kades's practice location on file with NPPES is 1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 775, Los Angeles, CA 90017-4881.
- What is Wagdy Kades's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wagdy Kades is (213) 484-5397.
- Does Wagdy Kades accept Medicare?
- Wagdy Kades is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wagdy Kades's NPI active?
- Yes — Wagdy Kades's NPI (1326080060) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.