Daniel Watrous, M.D.
NPI 1841246568 · Rheumatology Physician · Visalia, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Daniel Watrous, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Visalia, CA (NPI 1841246568).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841246568
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G55060 (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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
7,889 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 | 3,407 | $130 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 1,325 | $16 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, 1 Hour Or Less96365 | 1,128 | $69 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, Each Additional Hour96415 | 649 | $30 |
| Administration of Chemotherapy Into Vein, 1 Hour Or Less96413 | 550 | $144 |
| Injection of Additional New Drug Or Substance Into Vein96375 | 332 | $17 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 240 | 68 |
| Prednisone | 204 | 92 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 106 | 35 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 102 | 39 |
| Alendronate Sodium | 71 | 26 |
| Leflunomide | 40 | 15 |
| Azathioprine | 36 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,971 across 146 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 6327 N Fresno St Ste 101Fresno, CA 93710-5236Phone: (559) 732-9900Fax: (559) 732-9909
- 671 W Tefft St Ste 13Nipomo, CA 93444-8988Phone: (805) 473-4001
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-25
- Last updated
- 2025-02-24
- Certified
- 2025-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Daniel Watrous's NPI number?
- Daniel Watrous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841246568, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Daniel Watrous's specialty?
- Daniel Watrous is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Daniel Watrous located?
- Daniel Watrous's practice location on file with NPPES is 5315 W Hillsdale Ave, Visalia, CA 93291-5118.
- What is Daniel Watrous's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Daniel Watrous is (559) 732-9900.
- Does Daniel Watrous accept Medicare?
- Daniel Watrous is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Daniel Watrous's NPI active?
- Yes — Daniel Watrous's NPI (1841246568) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.