PHILIP WASSERSTEIN M.D.
NPI 1619031259
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Palo Alto, CA

Active since December 20, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
795 EL CAMINO REAL, PALO ALTO, CA 94301(650) 321-4121(650) 853-4765 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 25, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Philip Wasserstein M.d. NPPES

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

PHILIP WASSERSTEIN M.D. (NPI 1619031259) is an individual neurology provider in Palo Alto, California, licensed in California (G40632) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Stanford University School Of Medicine (1978).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619031259
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NamePHILIP WASSERSTEINCredential: M.D.
Location Address795 EL CAMINO REALPalo Alto, CA 94301-2302
Mailing Address325 Distel CirLos Altos, CA 94022-1408 · (650) 614-3253
Fax(650) 853-4765
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSStanford University School Of MedicineGraduated 1978
Enumeration DateDecember 20, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 25, 2020
NPPES CertifiedJune 25, 2020
✔ NPI 1619031259 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G40632
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
795 EL CAMINO REAL, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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

Philip Wasserstein M.d. 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 ID1254406739
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080818000697
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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Philip Wasserstein reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Multi-Specialty
795 EL CAMINO REAL
Palo Alto, CA 94301
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 4,479 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.

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.
98 services67 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
43 services38 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
20 services13 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94301 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
$156.67 typical visit price
range $70.37 – $206.04
Typical copayment $39.16 (range $17.59 – $51.51)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$121.77 typical visit price
range $23.96 – $169.60
Typical copayment $30.44 (range $5.99 – $42.40)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

Dermatology
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Physical Therapist
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Dietitian, Registered
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Dermatology
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Obstetrics & Gynecology
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Family Medicine
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301
Pediatrics
795 EL CAMINO REAL
PALO ALTO, CA 94301

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 Philip Wasserstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Philip Wasserstein is 1619031259. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 20, 2006.

Where is Philip Wasserstein located?

Philip Wasserstein practices at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94301. The listed phone number is (650) 321-4121.

What is Philip Wasserstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Philip Wasserstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Philip Wasserstein 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 organization bills Medicare for Philip Wasserstein's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Philip Wasserstein reassigns Medicare benefits to Sutter Bay Medical Foundation (Palo Alto, CA). The 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 Philip Wasserstein's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Philip Wasserstein was last updated on June 25, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.