DR. GERALD M. WAIT M.D.
NPI 1467493510
Surgery in Rhinelander, WI

Q: What is Gerald Wait's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gerald Wait is 1467493510. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 9, 2006.

Q: What is Gerald Wait's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gerald Wait was last updated on January 6, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years 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.

Active since June 09, 2006PECOS Enrolled

2251 N SHORE DR, RHINELANDER, WI 54501(715) 361-4700 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 6, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 6, 2021, Nov 13, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Gerald M. Wait M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GERALD M. WAIT M.D. (NPI 1467493510) is an individual surgery provider in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, licensed in Wisconsin (124) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and maintains a secondary practice location in Waterloo.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467493510

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. GERALD M. WAITCredential: M.D.

Location Address2251 N SHORE DRRhinelander, WI 54501

Mailing Address2251 N Shore DrRhinelander, WI 54501-6710 · (715) 361-4700

Phone(715) 361-4700

Sole ProprietorNo

Enumeration DateJune 9, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 6, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 6, 2021

✔ NPI 1467493510 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in WI · 124✔ Licensed in IA · 32076

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.

Also ListedThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Taxonomy 208G00000X · License 32076 (IA)

2251 N SHORE DR, Rhinelander, WI 54501

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12710 Saint Francis Dr, Suite 410Waterloo, IA 50702-5619 · Phone (319) 272-5000 · Fax (319) 272-5264

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0159566IA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Medica.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Gerald M. Wait M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk G0121

Colorectal cancer screening, such as a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure to detect early signs of cancer in the large intestine. For individuals not at high risk, it's typically recommended at age 50. A small, flexible tube with a camera is used to examine your colon. It's a safe, effective way to catch issues early.

15 services15 patients

Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk G0105

Colorectal cancer screening, specifically a colonoscopy, is a preventive measure for those at high risk. A thin, flexible tube with a camera inspects the colon to spot any abnormal growths. This test helps detect potential issues early, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment.

11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 54501 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

$82.92 typical visit price

range $53.90 – $163.24

Typical copayment $20.73 (range $13.47 – $40.81)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.37 typical visit price

range $17.40 – $133.76

Typical copayment $16.84 (range $4.35 – $33.44)

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.

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.

JAMES V GREBNER MD

Emergency Medicine