Wade Welch, M.D.
NPI 1518962851 · Neurology Physician · Topeka, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wade Welch, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Topeka, KS (NPI 1518962851).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518962851
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 04-24326 (KS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
21 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
1,860 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 | 707 | $118 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 428 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 187 | $154 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 87 | $58 |
| Nerve Conduction, 7-8 Studies95910 | 78 | $158 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 74 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 963 | 198 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 886 | 173 |
| Pregabalin | 720 | 115 |
| Topiramate | 613 | 111 |
| Memantine Hcl | 599 | 112 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 569 | 106 |
| Levetiracetam | 492 | 84 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$218 across 7 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
- 2005-06-14
- Last updated
- 2014-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wade Welch's NPI number?
- Wade Welch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518962851, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wade Welch's specialty?
- Wade Welch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wade Welch located?
- Wade Welch's practice location on file with NPPES is 631 Sw Horne St, Topeka, KS 66606-1694.
- What is Wade Welch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wade Welch is (785) 295-7878.
- Does Wade Welch accept Medicare?
- Wade Welch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wade Welch's NPI active?
- Yes — Wade Welch's NPI (1518962851) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.