Theodore Teacher, MD
NPI 1871514729 · Neurology Physician · Mission Viejo, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Theodore Teacher, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Mission Viejo, CA (NPI 1871514729).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871514729
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G45898 (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
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
1,541 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 472 | $183 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 451 | $134 |
| Exam of Neurobehavioral Status, First Hour96116 | 254 | $94 |
| Assessment of and Care Planning for Patient With Impaired Thought Processing, Typically 60 Minutes99483 | 124 | $288 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Asleep95819 | 74 | $511 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), 61-119 Minutes95813 | 63 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 188 | 71 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 181 | 63 |
| Gabapentin | 177 | 50 |
| Alprazolam | 83 | 20 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 70 | 11 |
| Amitriptyline Hcl | 66 | 12 |
| Pregabalin | 59 | 16 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,101 across 58 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
- 2006-07-23
- Last updated
- 2024-01-30
- Certified
- 2024-01-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Theodore Teacher's NPI number?
- Theodore Teacher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871514729, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Theodore Teacher's specialty?
- Theodore Teacher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Theodore Teacher located?
- Theodore Teacher's practice location on file with NPPES is 26691 Plaza, Mission Viejo, CA 92691-6329.
- What is Theodore Teacher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Theodore Teacher is (949) 364-9054.
- Does Theodore Teacher accept Medicare?
- Theodore Teacher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Theodore Teacher's NPI active?
- Yes — Theodore Teacher's NPI (1871514729) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.