Housein Wazaz, M.D.
NPI 1629077714 · Gastroenterology Physician · Meriden, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Housein Wazaz, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Meriden, CT (NPI 1629077714).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1629077714
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- 038168 (CT)
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
20 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
4,000 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 | 1,102 | $94 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,064 | $38 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 586 | $75 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 361 | $92 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 177 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 57 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 2,126 | 674 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | 1,098 | 282 |
| Famotidine | 1,045 | 289 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 685 | 197 |
| Omeprazole | 625 | 180 |
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 580 | 537 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 471 | 173 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$40,604 across 196 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
- 2005-07-20
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Housein Wazaz's NPI number?
- Housein Wazaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629077714, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Housein Wazaz's specialty?
- Housein Wazaz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Housein Wazaz located?
- Housein Wazaz's practice location on file with NPPES is 455 Lewis Ave, Meriden, CT 06451-2121.
- What is Housein Wazaz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Housein Wazaz is (203) 237-2477.
- Does Housein Wazaz accept Medicare?
- Housein Wazaz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Housein Wazaz's NPI active?
- Yes — Housein Wazaz's NPI (1629077714) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.