Sam Wanko, MD
NPI 1649293309 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Bethesda, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sam Wanko, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Bethesda, MD (NPI 1649293309).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649293309
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101058113 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
493 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 285 | $90 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 130 | $137 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 26 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 26 | $75 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 14 | $173 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 79 | 27 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 58 | 31 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 38 | 28 |
| Warfarin Sodium | 36 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 34 | — |
| Lidocaine/Prilocainebrand: Lidocaine-Prilocaine | 31 | 20 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | 30 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- Bldg 8 4th Deck 8901 Wisconsin AveNational National Medical Center, Dept of OncologyBethesda, MD 20889-5600Phone: (301) 435-5386
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-25
- Last updated
- 2022-04-07
- Certified
- 2022-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sam Wanko's NPI number?
- Sam Wanko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649293309, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sam Wanko's specialty?
- Sam Wanko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sam Wanko located?
- Sam Wanko's practice location on file with NPPES is Bldg 8 4th Deck 8901 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20889.
- What is Sam Wanko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sam Wanko is (301) 435-5386.
- Does Sam Wanko accept Medicare?
- Sam Wanko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sam Wanko's NPI active?
- Yes — Sam Wanko's NPI (1649293309) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.