Wael Richeh, MD
NPI 1770894560 · Neurology Physician · Rancho Mirage, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Wael Richeh, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Rancho Mirage, CA (NPI 1770894560).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770894560
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- C175946 (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
16 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
3,386 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 | 1,707 | $128 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 311 | $96 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 249 | $167 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 5-10 Minutes99441 | 201 | $47 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 197 | $8 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Facial and Neck Nerve Muscles on Both Sides of Face |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 127 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 3,027 | 629 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 2,103 | 423 |
| Memantine Hcl | 1,518 | 333 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 1,167 | 287 |
| Pregabalin | 733 | 141 |
| Ropinirole Hcl | 683 | 125 |
| Topiramate | 639 | 139 |
| Primidone | 615 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,058 across 154 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
- 2010-06-25
- Last updated
- 2025-09-15
- Certified
- 2025-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wael Richeh's NPI number?
- Wael Richeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770894560, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Wael Richeh's specialty?
- Wael Richeh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Wael Richeh located?
- Wael Richeh's practice location on file with NPPES is 39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221.
- What is Wael Richeh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Wael Richeh is (760) 834-7954.
- Does Wael Richeh accept Medicare?
- Wael Richeh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Wael Richeh's NPI active?
- Yes — Wael Richeh's NPI (1770894560) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.