Dennis Whatley, M.D.
NPI 1518079839 · Urology Physician · Anderson, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Dennis Whatley, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Anderson, SC (NPI 1518079839).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518079839
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14885 (SC)
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
1,768 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 720 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 249 | $123 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 137 | $225 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 98 | $54 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 96 | $48 |
| Administration of Hormonal Anti-Neoplastic Chemotherapy Under Skin Or Into Muscle |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 523 | 179 |
| Finasteride | 352 | 124 |
| Alfuzosin Hclbrand: Alfuzosin Hcl Er | 216 | 69 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 135 | 43 |
| Cephalexin | 124 | 80 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 95 | 13 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 90 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$493 across 20 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
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2013-01-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dennis Whatley's NPI number?
- Dennis Whatley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518079839, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Dennis Whatley's specialty?
- Dennis Whatley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Dennis Whatley located?
- Dennis Whatley's practice location on file with NPPES is 2000 E Greenville St, Anderson, SC 29621-1580.
- What is Dennis Whatley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Dennis Whatley is (864) 716-6100.
- Does Dennis Whatley accept Medicare?
- Dennis Whatley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Dennis Whatley's NPI active?
- Yes — Dennis Whatley's NPI (1518079839) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-01-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.