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PAUL WISTERMAYER MD
NPI 1457710394
Otolaryngology in Bethesda, MD

Active since February 21, 2016PECOS Enrolled
78.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE, BETHESDA, MD 20889(301) 295-4664 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 14, 2026, Aug 12, 2024, Aug 6, 2024 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

About Paul Wistermayer Md NPPES

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

PAUL WISTERMAYER MD (NPI 1457710394) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Bethesda, Maryland, licensed in Missouri (2024024066) and active in the NPI registry since February 2016. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Cox Medical Centers, and maintains a secondary practice location in Springfield.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457710394
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NamePAUL WISTERMAYERCredential: MD
Location Address8901 ROCKVILLE PIKEBethesda, MD 20889-0001
Mailing Address8901 Rockville PikeBethesda, MD 20889-0001 · (301) 295-4664
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateFebruary 21, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 14, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 14, 2026
NPI 1457710394 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
Licenses Licensed in MO · 2024024066 Licensed in NE · 30264
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Also ListedOtolaryngology · Plastic Surgery within the Head & NeckTaxonomy 207YX0007X · License 64141 (AZ)
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE, Bethesda, MD 20889

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1960 E Walnut Lawn St Ste 102Springfield, MO 65807-7865 · Phone (000) 000-0000

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 (PECOS)

Paul Wistermayer Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3274884408
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240724001964
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

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 low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Cox Medical Centers

Acute Care Hospitals · Springfield, MO
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260040
Location3801 South National AvenueSpringfield, MO 65807 · Greene County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20889 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$80.66 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $20.16 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

78.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.05
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost59.56

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.

Dermatology (Dermatopathology)
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889
Surgery
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889
Obstetrics & Gynecology
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889
Anesthesiology
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889
Internal Medicine
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889
Military Health Care Provider
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889
Emergency Medicine
8901 ROCKVILLE PIKE
BETHESDA, MD 20889

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 Paul Wistermayer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Wistermayer is 1457710394. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 21, 2016.

Where is Paul Wistermayer located?

Paul Wistermayer practices at 8901 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20889. The listed phone number is (301) 295-4664.

What is Paul Wistermayer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Paul Wistermayer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Wistermayer is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Paul Wistermayer accept?

Health plans from Cox HealthPlans list Paul Wistermayer 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 Paul Wistermayer affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Wistermayer is affiliated with Cox Medical Centers.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Wistermayer was last updated on August 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 days 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.