Lucas Wendel, M.D.
NPI 1427256601 · Ophthalmology Physician · St Charles, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lucas Wendel, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in St Charles, IL (NPI 1427256601).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1427256601
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R-8005 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
5,117 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 895 | $139 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 840 | $42 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 691 | $129 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 426 | $121 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 399 | $26 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 357 | $133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 335 | 101 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 125 | 32 |
| Timolol Maleate | 75 | 25 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 60 | 18 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 59 | 46 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 34 | 17 |
| Perfluorohexyloctane/Pfbrand: Miebo | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$804 across 28 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
- 2007-07-10
- Last updated
- 2021-09-27
- Certified
- 2021-09-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lucas Wendel's NPI number?
- Lucas Wendel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427256601, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lucas Wendel's specialty?
- Lucas Wendel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lucas Wendel located?
- Lucas Wendel's practice location on file with NPPES is 40w330 Lafox Rd, St Charles, IL 60175-6515.
- What is Lucas Wendel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lucas Wendel is (630) 584-9850.
- Does Lucas Wendel accept Medicare?
- Lucas Wendel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lucas Wendel's NPI active?
- Yes — Lucas Wendel's NPI (1427256601) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-09-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.