Willie Whitaker, M.D.
NPI 1861489759 · Nephrology Physician · Statesville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Willie Whitaker, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Statesville, NC (NPI 1861489759).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861489759
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- NC2003-00428 (NC)
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
20 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
377 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 | 107 | $120 |
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 93 | $328 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 53 | $274 |
| Hemodialysis Procedure With Physician Evaluation90935 | 47 | $66 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 47 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 16 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dapagliflozin Propanediolbrand: Farxiga | 138 | 26 |
| Parenteral Amino Acid 15% No.5brand: Clinisol | 50 | — |
| Carvedilol | 33 | 11 |
| Losartan Potassium | 32 | — |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 30 | — |
| Furosemide | 28 | 12 |
| Calcium Acetate | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$75 across 4 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
- 2005-10-05
- Last updated
- 2014-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Willie Whitaker's NPI number?
- Willie Whitaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861489759, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Willie Whitaker's specialty?
- Willie Whitaker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Willie Whitaker located?
- Willie Whitaker's practice location on file with NPPES is 2117 Simonton Rd, Statesville, NC 28625-8403.
- What is Willie Whitaker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Willie Whitaker is (704) 872-8422.
- Does Willie Whitaker accept Medicare?
- Willie Whitaker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Willie Whitaker's NPI active?
- Yes — Willie Whitaker's NPI (1861489759) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.