Eric Wechsler, M.D.
NPI 1659469526 · Nephrology Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Eric Wechsler, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1659469526).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659469526
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A84767 (CA)
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
19 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
2,853 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 947 | $165 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 820 | $113 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 235 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 129 | $238 |
| Home Dialysis Services Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90966 | 93 | $311 |
| Transitional Care Management Services for Problem of High Complexity99496 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 60 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 299 | 84 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 207 | 76 |
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 207 | 77 |
| Losartan Potassium | 159 | 56 |
| Nebivolol Hcl | 138 | 47 |
| Calcitriol | 112 | 43 |
| Allopurinol | 109 | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,856 across 113 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
- 2006-10-10
- Last updated
- 2014-01-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Eric Wechsler's NPI number?
- Eric Wechsler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659469526, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Eric Wechsler's specialty?
- Eric Wechsler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Eric Wechsler located?
- Eric Wechsler's practice location on file with NPPES is 1501 Superior Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663-3600.
- What is Eric Wechsler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Eric Wechsler is (949) 642-4974.
- Does Eric Wechsler accept Medicare?
- Eric Wechsler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Eric Wechsler's NPI active?
- Yes — Eric Wechsler's NPI (1659469526) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-01-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.