Sean Whelton, M.D.
NPI 1659370757 · Rheumatology Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sean Whelton, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1659370757).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659370757
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD32259 (DC)
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 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
310 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 | 120 | $150 |
| 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 | 108 | $19 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 42 | $210 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 27 | $89 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 13 | $196 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 65 | 17 |
| Celecoxib | 47 | 16 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 40 | — |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 40 | 11 |
| Gabapentin | 40 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 29 | — |
| Allopurinol | 29 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$255 across 2 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
- 2012-03-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sean Whelton's NPI number?
- Sean Whelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659370757, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sean Whelton's specialty?
- Sean Whelton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sean Whelton located?
- Sean Whelton's practice location on file with NPPES is 3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, Washington, DC 20007-2113.
- What is Sean Whelton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sean Whelton is (202) 687-8233.
- Does Sean Whelton accept Medicare?
- Sean Whelton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sean Whelton's NPI active?
- Yes — Sean Whelton's NPI (1659370757) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-03-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.