WESLEY L HICKS JR. MD
NPI 1861498750
Otolaryngology in Buffalo, NY

Active since June 24, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
ELM AND CARLTON ST, BUFFALO, NY 14263(716) 845-2300(716) 845-3061 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 15, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Wesley L Hicks Jr. Md NPPES

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

WESLEY L HICKS JR. MD (NPI 1861498750) is an individual otolaryngology provider in Buffalo, New York, licensed in New York (170384) and active in the NPI registry since June 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861498750
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameWESLEY L HICKS JR.Credential: MD
Location AddressELM AND CARLTON STBuffalo, NY 14263-0001
Mailing AddressElm And Carlton StBuffalo, NY 14263-0001 · (716) 845-2300 · Fax (716) 845-3061
Fax(716) 845-3061
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSState University Of New York At Buffalo School Of MedicineGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 15, 2021
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 15, 2021
NPI 1861498750 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License Licensed in NY · 170384
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.
ELM AND CARLTON ST, Buffalo, NY 14263

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid01436011NY

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Wesley L Hicks Jr. 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 ID9638357643
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110622000213
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 3

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 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.
28 services26 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.
22 services22 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
21 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14263 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
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

Physician Assistant
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Dentist
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Family Medicine
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Pharmacist
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Internal Medicine
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263
Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)
ELM AND CARLTON ST
BUFFALO, NY 14263

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 Wesley Hicks's NPI number?

The NPI number for Wesley Hicks is 1861498750. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2005.

Where is Wesley Hicks located?

Wesley Hicks practices at Elm And Carlton St, Buffalo, NY 14263. The listed phone number is (716) 845-2300.

What is Wesley Hicks's specialty?

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

Is Wesley Hicks enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Wesley Hicks 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 Wesley Hicks was last updated on February 15, 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.