Michael Wassel, PA-C
NPI 1356338479 · Physician Assistant · Allentown, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Wassel, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Allentown, PA (NPI 1356338479).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1356338479
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MA050785 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,541 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,416 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,371 | $74 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 683 | $44 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 419 | $90 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 281 | $73 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 296 | 137 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 206 | 118 |
| Hydrocortisone | 133 | 90 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 123 | 76 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 76 | 35 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 67 | 30 |
| Mupirocin | 63 | 41 |
| Fluorouracil | 61 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,083 across 61 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 236 Brodhead RdBethlehem, PA 18017-8937Phone: (610) 437-4134Fax: (610) 433-9690
- 700 Schuylkill Manor Rd Ste 5Pottsville, PA 17901-3849Phone: (570) 622-6804Fax: (570) 622-3385
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-10-04
- Last updated
- 2025-10-09
- Certified
- 2025-10-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Wassel's NPI number?
- Michael Wassel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356338479, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Wassel's specialty?
- Michael Wassel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Michael Wassel located?
- Michael Wassel's practice location on file with NPPES is 1259 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18103-6206.
- What is Michael Wassel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Wassel is (610) 437-4134.
- Does Michael Wassel accept Medicare?
- Michael Wassel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Wassel's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Wassel's NPI (1356338479) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.