William Wester, M.D.
NPI 1669457917 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Springfield, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Wester, M.D. is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Springfield, MO (NPI 1669457917).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669457917
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 110630 (MO)
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
1,157 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 176 | $19 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 162 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 118 | $82 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 93 | $52 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 81 | $16 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 74 | $10 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 113 | 35 |
| Cephalexin | 68 | 44 |
| Gabapentin | 44 | 23 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 25 | 23 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 22 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 16 | — |
| Celecoxib | 15 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 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
- 2005-12-09
- Last updated
- 2013-02-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Wester's NPI number?
- William Wester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669457917, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Wester's specialty?
- William Wester is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Wester located?
- William Wester's practice location on file with NPPES is 3555 S National Ave, Springfield, MO 65807-7310.
- What is William Wester's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Wester is (417) 875-3800.
- Does William Wester accept Medicare?
- William Wester is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Wester's NPI active?
- Yes — William Wester's NPI (1669457917) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-02-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.