Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr, M.D.
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · Brooklyn, NY
- NPI 1285647206
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 51 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
198 Foster Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11230
(718) 435-7676
fax (718) 871-1223
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 21, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1975 — 51 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #128407
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1285647206. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,886
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$270,868
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 497 | 326 | $148 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 445 | 339 | $47 | |
31231 |
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | 264 | 176 | $227 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 172 | 128 | $207 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 156 | 156 | $195 | |
69200 |
Removal of foreign body in ear canal | 136 | 111 | $84 | |
31505 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using an endoscope with mirror | 74 | 70 | $110 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 44 | 44 | $257 | |
30903 |
Complex control of nose bleed | 35 | 28 | $324 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 33 | 29 | $147 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 22 peers in Brooklyn Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 94. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
363
Patients
222
Total drug cost
$11,905
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 77 | 46 | $1,388 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 56 | 41 | $598 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 44 | 21 | $1,560 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 23 | 23 | $1,427 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 23 | 16 | $152 |
| Ciprofloxacin-Dexamethasone (Ciprofloxacin Hcl/Dexameth) | Brand | 21 | 0 | $3,424 |
| Cefuroxime (Cefuroxime Axetil) | Brand | 19 | 15 | $621 |
| Mometasone Furoate | Generic | 19 | 14 | $312 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 16 | 0 | $1,051 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 15 | 12 | $486 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr's medical specialty?
Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr practices Otolaryngology Physician in Brooklyn, NY.
Where does Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr practice?
Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr practices at 198 Foster Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230. Office phone: 7184357676.
What is Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr's NPI?
Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285647206, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melvin Wiederkehr commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Removal of impacted ear wax (HCPCS 69210); Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope (HCPCS 31231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.