HEATHER WICHMAN MD
NPI 1316444722
Anesthesiology in Milwaukee, WI

Active since April 11, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.46/100
CMS Quality Rating
945 N 12TH ST, MILWAUKEE, WI 53233(414) 219-2000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 25, 2022, Nov 20, 2019, Apr 11, 2018 (3 updates tracked since 2018).

About Heather Wichman Md NPPES

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

HEATHER WICHMAN MD (NPI 1316444722) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (71726-20) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Milwaukee.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316444722
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameHEATHER WICHMANCredential: MD
Location Address945 N 12TH STMilwaukee, WI 53233-1305
Mailing AddressPo Box 735044Chicago, IL 60673-5044 · (800) 326-2250
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 11, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2025
NPI 1316444722 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License Licensed in WI · 71726-20
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
945 N 12TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53233

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 19200 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53226-3522 · Phone (414) 805-8700 · Fax (414) 259-1522

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid100093095WI

Accepted Insurance

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

Heather Wichman 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 ID9739508995
PECOS Enrollment IDI20221013003530
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 5

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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
38 services37 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.
32 services32 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
26 services26 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811
Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Milwaukee, WI
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number520177
Location9200 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53226 · Milwaukee County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

80.46/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality66.24
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost68.64

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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
945 N 12TH ST
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233
Family Medicine
945 N 12TH ST
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233
Nurse Practitioner
945 N 12TH ST
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233
Physician Assistant
945 N 12TH ST
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233
Emergency Medicine
945 N 12TH ST
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233
Registered Nurse
945 N 12TH ST
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233
Registered Nurse (Registered Nurse First Assistant)
945 N 12TH ST
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233
Clinic/Center (Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC))
945 N 12TH ST, URGENT CARE
MILWAUKEE, WI 53233

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 Heather Wichman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Heather Wichman is 1316444722. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 11, 2018.

Where is Heather Wichman located?

Heather Wichman practices at 945 N 12th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233. The listed phone number is (414) 219-2000.

What is Heather Wichman's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Heather Wichman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Heather Wichman 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.

What insurance does Heather Wichman accept?

Health plans from CareSource (Common Ground Healthcare) list Heather Wichman as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Heather Wichman affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Heather Wichman is affiliated with Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Heather Wichman was last updated on July 17, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.