THEODORE HOBART WELLING MD
NPI 1023109683
Surgery in La Jolla, CA

Active since September 27, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.47/100
CMS Quality Rating
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR, LA JOLLA, CA 92093(800) 926-8273(888) 539-8781 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 17, 2025, Jun 6, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

About Theodore Hobart Welling Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

THEODORE HOBART WELLING MD (NPI 1023109683) is an individual surgery provider in La Jolla, California, licensed in California (C196248) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 5 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Other (1999).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023109683
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameTHEODORE HOBART WELLINGCredential: MD
Location Address3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DRLa Jolla, CA 92093-5332
Mailing AddressFile 57326Los Angeles, CA 90074-0001 · (800) 926-8273
Fax(888) 539-8781
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1999
Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 17, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 17, 2025
NPI 1023109683 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses Licensed in CA · C196248 Licensed in MI · 4301073979
Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR, La Jolla, CA 92093

Secondary Practice Locations 5

Location 1200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103-9000 · Phone (800) 926-8273 · Fax (888) 539-8781
Location 239000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221 · Phone (760) 346-7655 · Fax (760) 773-1667
Location 31500 East Medical Center Dr, 2nd floor Taubman Ctr Recp FAnn Arbor, MI 48109-5332 · Phone (734) 936-5738
Location 49300 Campus Point DrLA Jolla, CA 92037-1300 · Phone (800) 926-8273 · Fax (888) 539-8781
Location 54303 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 2110San Diego, CA 92122-1396 · Phone (800) 926-8273 · Fax (888) 539-8781

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid4754714MI

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Theodore Hobart Welling Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID7618992801
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240622000590
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
18 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92093 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$76.87 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $19.21 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

84.47/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality93.33
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost54.91

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Nurse Practitioner
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Pharmacist
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR, RM1036 (MAIL CODE 0845)
LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Pharmacist (Oncology)
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92093
Nurse Practitioner
3855 HEALTH SCIENCES DR
LA JOLLA, CA 92093

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Theodore Welling's NPI number?

The NPI number for Theodore Welling is 1023109683. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2006.

Where is Theodore Welling located?

Theodore Welling practices at 3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093. The listed phone number is (800) 926-8273.

What is Theodore Welling's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Theodore Welling enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Theodore Welling is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Theodore Welling was last updated on November 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.