MICHAEL O. WENDT MD
NPI 1467429779
Anesthesiology in West Columbia, SC

Active since March 06, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2720 SUNSET BLVD, WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169(803) 935-8538(803) 791-2660 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 16, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 16, 2025, Feb 11, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Michael O. Wendt Md NPPES

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

MICHAEL O. WENDT MD (NPI 1467429779) is an individual anesthesiology provider in West Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (15154) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Columbia.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467429779
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL O. WENDTCredential: MD
Location Address2720 SUNSET BLVDWest Columbia, SC 29169-4810
Mailing Address300 E Mcbee AveGreenville, SC 29601-2842 · (864) 522-8614 · Fax (803) 765-1732
Fax(803) 791-2660
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical College Of WisconsinGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateMarch 6, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 16, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 16, 2025
✔ NPI 1467429779 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 15154
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.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pain MedicineTaxonomy 207LP2900X · License 15154 (SC)
2720 SUNSET BLVD, West Columbia, SC 29169

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 15 Richland Medical ParkColumbia, SC 29203-8000 · Phone (803) 765-1838 · Fax (803) 765-1732

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid151542SC

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael O. Wendt 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 ID1052366218
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050322000219
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Wendt reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Dietitian, Registered
2720 SUNSET BLVD
West Columbia, SC 29169
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 1,219 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
1330 TAYLOR ST
Columbia, SC 29201
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 3,281 clinicians in this Medicare group
Anesthesiology
215 E BAY ST STE 201K
Charleston, SC 29401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, South Carolina enrollment
  • 48 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

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 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.
23 services22 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
18 services18 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
18 services18 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lexington Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420073
Location2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Dietitian, Registered
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Occupational Therapist
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Speech-Language Pathologist
2720 SUNSET BLVD
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169

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 Michael Wendt's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Wendt is 1467429779. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 6, 2006.

Where is Michael Wendt located?

Michael Wendt practices at 2720 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169. The listed phone number is (803) 935-8538.

What is Michael Wendt's specialty?

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

Is Michael Wendt enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Wendt 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Michael Wendt's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Wendt reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Lexington Health Inc (West Columbia, SC), Prisma Health University Medical Group (Columbia, SC) and Ad Of South Carolina LLC (Charleston, SC). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Michael Wendt's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Wendt accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care and Ambetter of North Carolina list Michael Wendt 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 Michael Wendt affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Wendt is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Wendt was last updated on September 16, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.