Karen Wheeler, M.D., PH.D.
NPI 1669738811 · Urology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Wheeler, M.D., PH.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1669738811).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669738811
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., PH.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R9557 (TX)
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
14 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
2,360 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 511 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 346 | $123 |
| Manual Urinalysis Test With Examination Using Microscope, Automated81001 | 234 | $3 |
| Principal Care Management Services for a Single High-Risk Disease, First 30 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99426 | 138 | $60 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 133 | $76 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | 180 | 59 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 142 | 51 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 90 | 74 |
| Cephalexin | 43 | 12 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 36 | 14 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 25 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 20 | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,439 across 50 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
- 2012-04-02
- Last updated
- 2025-03-21
- Certified
- 2025-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Wheeler's NPI number?
- Karen Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669738811, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Wheeler's specialty?
- Karen Wheeler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Wheeler located?
- Karen Wheeler's practice location on file with NPPES is 2260 W Orange Grove Rd, Tucson, AZ 85741-3117.
- What is Karen Wheeler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Wheeler is (520) 795-5830.
- Does Karen Wheeler accept Medicare?
- Karen Wheeler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Wheeler's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Wheeler's NPI (1669738811) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.