Muithi Mwanthi, MD
NPI 1568872901 · Dermatology Physician · Saint Louis, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Muithi Mwanthi, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Saint Louis, MO (NPI 1568872901).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568872901
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2018017778 (MO)
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
12 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
1,772 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 | 630 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 295 | $87 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 181 | $54 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Ultraviolet Radiation With Tar Or Petroleum Jelly Application96910 | 146 | $111 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 146 | $123 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 34 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 465 | 131 |
| Ketoconazole | 256 | 82 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 243 | 116 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 229 | 62 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 135 | 45 |
| Mupirocin | 116 | 53 |
| Hydrocortisone | 112 | 42 |
| Tacrolimus | 78 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17 across 1 record (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
- 2014-05-07
- Last updated
- 2025-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Muithi Mwanthi's NPI number?
- Muithi Mwanthi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568872901, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Muithi Mwanthi's specialty?
- Muithi Mwanthi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Muithi Mwanthi located?
- Muithi Mwanthi's practice location on file with NPPES is 4901 Forest Park Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63108-1495.
- What is Muithi Mwanthi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Muithi Mwanthi is (314) 273-3376.
- Does Muithi Mwanthi accept Medicare?
- Muithi Mwanthi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Muithi Mwanthi's NPI active?
- Yes — Muithi Mwanthi's NPI (1568872901) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.