Melanie Wahl, MD
NPI 1609072933 · Rheumatology Physician · Lakewood Ranch, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melanie Wahl, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Lakewood Ranch, FL (NPI 1609072933).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609072933
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME176113 (FL)
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
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
525 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 | 184 | $91 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 184 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 128 | $133 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 17 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 12 | $128 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 922 | 195 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 464 | 123 |
| Prednisone | 299 | 98 |
| Gabapentin | 229 | 43 |
| Leflunomide | 191 | 51 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 166 | 36 |
| Folic Acid | 103 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$538 across 36 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
- 2007-06-24
- Last updated
- 2026-05-28
- Certified
- 2026-05-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melanie Wahl's NPI number?
- Melanie Wahl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609072933, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melanie Wahl's specialty?
- Melanie Wahl is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melanie Wahl located?
- Melanie Wahl's practice location on file with NPPES is 570 Communications Pkwy, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240-8452.
- What is Melanie Wahl's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melanie Wahl is (813) 333-5080.
- Does Melanie Wahl accept Medicare?
- Melanie Wahl is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melanie Wahl's NPI active?
- Yes — Melanie Wahl's NPI (1609072933) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.