Lawrence Whicker, M.D.
NPI 1891701694 · Neurology Physician · Greenbelt, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Whicker, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Greenbelt, MD (NPI 1891701694).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891701694
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D37979 (MD)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
8,316 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 945 | $103 |
| Ultrasound of Both Sides of Head and Neck Blood Flow93880 | 805 | $229 |
| Complete Ultrasound of Within the Brain Blood Flow93886 | 798 | $331 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Asleep95819 | 781 | $551 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Digital Analysis95957 | 779 | $349 |
| Evaluation and Testing for Balance With Recording92540 | 597 | $123 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 40 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 290 | 116 |
| Levetiracetam | 170 | 41 |
| Memantine Hcl | 130 | 46 |
| Gabapentin | 112 | 45 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 95 | 30 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 81 | 28 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 79 | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$103 across 5 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
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2009-12-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Whicker's NPI number?
- Lawrence Whicker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891701694, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Whicker's specialty?
- Lawrence Whicker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Whicker located?
- Lawrence Whicker's practice location on file with NPPES is 7500 Hanover Pkwy, Greenbelt, MD 20770-2009.
- What is Lawrence Whicker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Whicker is (301) 982-5008.
- Does Lawrence Whicker accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Whicker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Whicker's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Whicker's NPI (1891701694) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-12-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.