Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Andrew Wassef, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Lakewood, CA
- NPI 1982848099
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 70.9 / 100 · 2023
- 19 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5750 Downey Ave Ste 308
Lakewood, CA 907121482
(562) 633-3787
fax (562) 633-1977 - Mailing address
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Po Box 15848
Newport Beach, CA 926595848
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 3, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #A120817 · Ohio #57.013999
- Medicaid
- CA #1982848099
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982848099. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
7,188
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$457,988
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7325 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 3,360 | 54 | $9 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,186 | 131 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 846 | 423 | $139 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 379 | 200 | $47 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 346 | 208 | $73 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 328 | 161 | $55 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 132 | 132 | $180 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 130 | 78 | $40 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 84 | 51 | $40 | |
J2001 |
Injection, lidocaine hcl for intravenous infusion, 10 mg | 64 | 17 | $0 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Lakewood Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 326. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$284,062
Transactions
168
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 162 | $180,600.43 | |
| Austin Medical Ventures INC | 4 | $103,265.74 | |
| Next Science LLC | 1 | $171.80 | |
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, INC. | 1 | $24.52 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
499
Patients
342
Total drug cost
$40,030
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 93 | 77 | $1,272 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 92 | 67 | $475 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 58 | 37 | $2,043 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 43 | 23 | $692 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 41 | 26 | $233 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 36 | 29 | $29,274 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 32 | 26 | $114 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 22 | 16 | $1,154 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 22 | 15 | $204 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 20 | 13 | $173 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Andrew Wassef's medical specialty?
Dr. Andrew Wassef practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Lakewood, CA.
Where does Dr. Andrew Wassef practice?
Dr. Andrew Wassef practices at 5750 Downey Ave Ste 308, Lakewood, CA 907121482. Office phone: 5626333787.
What is Dr. Andrew Wassef's NPI?
Dr. Andrew Wassef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982848099, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Andrew Wassef accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Andrew Wassef accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Andrew Wassef commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7325); Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.