Darrell Pietsch, M.D.
NPI 1780689992 · Family Medicine Physician · Waco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Darrell Pietsch, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Waco, TX (NPI 1780689992).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780689992
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- K7867 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,306 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 663 | $103 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 199 | $103 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 142 | $128 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 | 78 | $175 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 62 | $71 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 232 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 938 | 210 |
| Furosemide | 693 | 140 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 667 | 94 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 658 | 150 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 658 | 133 |
| Gabapentin | 601 | 112 |
| Potassium Chloride | 540 | 104 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-15
- Last updated
- 2010-01-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darrell Pietsch's NPI number?
- Darrell Pietsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780689992, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Darrell Pietsch's specialty?
- Darrell Pietsch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Darrell Pietsch located?
- Darrell Pietsch's practice location on file with NPPES is 6600 Fish Pond Rd Ste 202a, Waco, TX 76710-2582.
- What is Darrell Pietsch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Darrell Pietsch is (254) 732-6789.
- Does Darrell Pietsch accept Medicare?
- Darrell Pietsch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Darrell Pietsch's NPI active?
- Yes — Darrell Pietsch's NPI (1780689992) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-01-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.