Charles Lash, MD
NPI 1669573978 · Urology Physician · Wauseon, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Lash, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Wauseon, OH (NPI 1669573978).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669573978
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 35091037 (OH)
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
1,112 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 | 443 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 300 | $121 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 74 | $76 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 56 | $158 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 53 | $105 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 973 | 226 |
| Finasteride | 928 | 197 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 679 | 157 |
| Cephalexin | 197 | 146 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 116 | 32 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 105 | 88 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 104 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$230 across 6 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
- 2006-09-26
- Last updated
- 2010-08-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Lash's NPI number?
- Charles Lash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669573978, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Lash's specialty?
- Charles Lash is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Lash located?
- Charles Lash's practice location on file with NPPES is 725 S Shoop Ave, Wauseon, OH 43567-1702.
- What is Charles Lash's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Lash is (419) 335-2500.
- Does Charles Lash accept Medicare?
- Charles Lash is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Lash's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Lash's NPI (1669573978) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-08-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.