Spencer Wheeler, MD
NPI 1952352718 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Savannah, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Spencer Wheeler, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Savannah, GA (NPI 1952352718).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952352718
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33752 (GA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,057 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 | 362 | $84 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 206 | $68 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 111 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 91 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 76 | $102 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 47 | $29 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 897 | 317 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 103 | 72 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 68 | 41 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 67 | 48 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 41 | 35 |
| Celecoxib | 39 | 14 |
| Cephalexin | 35 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$313 across 8 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 (1)
- 101 St Josephs Candler Dr Fl 1Pooler, GA 31322-9579Phone: (912) 355-6615Fax: (912) 351-0645
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-15
- Last updated
- 2019-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Spencer Wheeler's NPI number?
- Spencer Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952352718, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Spencer Wheeler's specialty?
- Spencer Wheeler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Spencer Wheeler located?
- Spencer Wheeler's practice location on file with NPPES is 4425 Paulsen St, Savannah, GA 31405-3637.
- What is Spencer Wheeler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Spencer Wheeler is (912) 355-6615.
- Does Spencer Wheeler accept Medicare?
- Spencer Wheeler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Spencer Wheeler's NPI active?
- Yes — Spencer Wheeler's NPI (1952352718) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.