William Bichai, M.D.
NPI 1548349004 · Nephrology Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Bichai, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1548349004).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548349004
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A92564 (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
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
10,248 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 6,729 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 738 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 569 | $174 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 405 | $74 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 364 | $173 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 380 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 4,102 | 520 |
| Furosemide | 2,338 | 318 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 2,322 | 323 |
| Gabapentin | 2,257 | 294 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 1,908 | 298 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 1,584 | 238 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$258 across 22 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
- 2006-11-03
- Last updated
- 2017-09-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Bichai's NPI number?
- William Bichai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548349004, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Bichai's specialty?
- William Bichai is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Bichai located?
- William Bichai's practice location on file with NPPES is 15202 Thunder Valley Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93314-7222.
- What is William Bichai's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Bichai is (661) 327-8000.
- Does William Bichai accept Medicare?
- William Bichai is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Bichai's NPI active?
- Yes — William Bichai's NPI (1548349004) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-09-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.