Melvin Wichter, M.D.
NPI 1871503623 · Neurology Physician · Palos Heights, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Wichter, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Palos Heights, IL (NPI 1871503623).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871503623
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036055569 (IL)
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
19 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
351 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 | 186 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 72 | $84 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 26 | $109 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 25 | $9 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 22 | $172 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 157 | 44 |
| Levetiracetam | 103 | 31 |
| Topiramate | 97 | 24 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 94 | 28 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 90 | 41 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 80 | 30 |
| Clonazepam | 76 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,208 across 169 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
- 2006-08-08
- Last updated
- 2022-07-15
- Certified
- 2022-07-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Wichter's NPI number?
- Melvin Wichter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871503623, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Wichter's specialty?
- Melvin Wichter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Wichter located?
- Melvin Wichter's practice location on file with NPPES is 11824 Southwest Hwy, Palos Heights, IL 60463-1055.
- What is Melvin Wichter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Wichter is (708) 361-0222.
- Does Melvin Wichter accept Medicare?
- Melvin Wichter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Wichter's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Wichter's NPI (1871503623) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.