Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kristopher Wheeler, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Demorest, GA
- NPI 1295901262
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 0.0 / 100 · 2023
- 18 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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247 Adams Drive
Demorest, GA 305353053
(706) 839-4096
fax (706) 839-4097 - Additional location
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3200 Downwood Cir Nw Ste 500
Atlanta, GA 303271659
(404) 352-4500 - Mailing address
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Po Box 742616
Atlanta, GA 303742616
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 14, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #70008
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1295901262. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,468
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$147,690
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J7325 |
Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg | 1,968 | 26 | $9 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 239 | 144 | $64 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 224 | 162 | $120 | |
J1040 |
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 80 mg | 215 | 122 | $12 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 150 | 128 | $84 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 113 | 113 | $154 | |
73564 |
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views | 105 | 95 | $41 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 72 | 53 | $31 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 63 | 60 | $53 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 61 | 61 | $105 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 165. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$95
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fidia Pharma USA Inc. | 2 | $41.55 | |
| Sonex Health, Inc. | 1 | $18.70 | |
| Bioventus LLC | 1 | $18.00 | |
| Smith+Nephew, Inc. | 1 | $16.76 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
994
Patients
703
Total drug cost
$7,873
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | Generic | 155 | 77 | $591 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 153 | 95 | $1,309 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 112 | 103 | $1,320 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 106 | 102 | $808 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 95 | 72 | $797 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 87 | 71 | $623 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 79 | 37 | $1,104 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 51 | 45 | $379 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 50 | 24 | $272 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 40 | 34 | $245 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kristopher Wheeler's medical specialty?
Dr. Kristopher Wheeler practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Demorest, GA.
Where does Dr. Kristopher Wheeler practice?
Dr. Kristopher Wheeler practices at 247 Adams Drive, Demorest, GA 305353053. Office phone: 7068394096.
What is Dr. Kristopher Wheeler's NPI?
Dr. Kristopher Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295901262, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kristopher Wheeler accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kristopher Wheeler accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kristopher Wheeler commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Hyaluronan or derivative, synvisc or synvisc-one, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg (HCPCS J7325); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.