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DR. MICHAEL GEORGE WHEELER D.P.M.
NPI 1487090973
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery in Van Nuys, CA

Active since May 11, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
15216 VANOWEN ST # 1A, VAN NUYS, CA 91405(818) 785-7875 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 14, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Michael George Wheeler D.p.m. NPPES

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

DR. MICHAEL GEORGE WHEELER D.P.M. (NPI 1487090973) is an individual foot & ankle surgery provider in Van Nuys, California, licensed in California (E5287) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Burbank, and is a graduate of Other (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487090973
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy213ES0103X
Provider Legal NameDR. MICHAEL GEORGE WHEELERCredential: D.P.M.
Location Address15216 VANOWEN ST # 1AVan Nuys, CA 91405-3601
Mailing AddressPo Box 35380Las Vegas, NV 89133-5380 · (702) 579-3203
Phone(818) 785-7875
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 11, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 14, 2026
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 14, 2026
✔ NPI 1487090973 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPodiatrist · Foot & Ankle SurgeryPodiatric Medicine & Surgery Service Providers
Taxonomy Code213ES0103X
License✔ Licensed in CA · E5287
15216 VANOWEN ST # 1A, Van Nuys, CA 91405
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1201 S Buena Vista St, Suite 305Burbank, CA 91505-4569 · Phone (818) 848-5588 · Fax (818) 848-5509

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Michael George Wheeler D.p.m. 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 ID244526689
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160909002363
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 12

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.

Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths 11056
This procedure involves the safe removal of 2-4 noncancerous thickened skin growths. It's typically done under local anesthesia. The process helps to alleviate discomfort and prevent potential complications. It's a standard, low-risk procedure.
325 services102 patients
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 11721
This procedure involves the removal of six or more fingernails or toenails. It's typically done to treat severe nail infections, persistent pain, or abnormal nail growth. Local anesthesia is used to minimize discomfort. Healing usually takes a few weeks.
302 services93 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
268 services32 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
254 services123 patients
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042
This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.
140 services23 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
127 services63 patients

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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy
The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period
100%144 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
0%746 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 4% · 167 patients
7%167 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches A4452
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
3 suppliers16 claims920 services$0.36 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, fitting (including follow-up), custom preparation and supply of off-the-shelf depth-inlay shoe manufactured to accommodate multi-density insert(s), per shoe A5500
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier28 claims56 services$61.20 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, multiple density insert, direct formed, molded to foot after external heat source of 230 degrees fahrenheit or higher, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 1/4 inch material of shore a 35 durometer or 3/16 inch material of shore a 40 durometer (or higher), prefabricated, each A5512
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
1 supplier14 claims81 services$24.99 avg. paid by Medicare
For diabetics only, multiple density insert, custom molded from model of patient's foot, total contact with patient's foot, including arch, base layer minimum of 3/16 inch material of shore a 35 durometer (or higher), includes arch filler and other shaping material, custom fabricated, each A5513
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers14 claims67 services$36.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Gauze, impregnated with other than water, normal saline, or hydrogel, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6222
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
3 suppliers11 claims306 services$1.87 avg. paid by Medicare
Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6446
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N
3 suppliers18 claims1,844 services$0.38 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES

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

NERINGA KUNIGONIS DPM
Podiatrist
15216 VANOWEN ST # 1A
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
Los Angeles County (818) 785-7875

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 Wheeler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Wheeler is 1487090973. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 11, 2013.

Where is Michael Wheeler located?

Michael Wheeler practices at 15216 Vanowen St # 1A, Van Nuys, CA 91405. The listed phone number is (818) 785-7875.

What is Michael Wheeler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Podiatrist, specializing in Foot & Ankle Surgery, with taxonomy code 213ES0103X.

Is Michael Wheeler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Wheeler 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 Michael Wheeler was last updated on January 14, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.