David Wahba, M.D.
NPI 1730335548 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Wahba, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1730335548).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730335548
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036.132665 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 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
3,252 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 | 1,199 | $130 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 410 | $138 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 276 | $170 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 154 | $127 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 153 | $99 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 525 | 219 |
| Methocarbamol | 238 | 112 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 196 | 71 |
| Gabapentin | 161 | 55 |
| Cephalexin | 87 | 63 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 81 | 55 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 59 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,916 across 41 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
- 2008-08-12
- Last updated
- 2025-04-17
- Certified
- 2025-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Wahba's NPI number?
- David Wahba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730335548, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Wahba's specialty?
- David Wahba is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Wahba located?
- David Wahba's practice location on file with NPPES is 5201 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309-0421.
- What is David Wahba's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Wahba is (661) 328-5565.
- Does David Wahba accept Medicare?
- David Wahba is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Wahba's NPI active?
- Yes — David Wahba's NPI (1730335548) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.