Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Wayne Paullus, MD
Neurological Surgery Physician (CMS: Neurosurgery) · Amarillo, TX
- NPI 1386745321
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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705 Quail Creek Dr
Amarillo, TX 791064137
(806) 353-6400
fax (806) 358-6766
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 13, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207T00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N9277
- Medicaid
- TX #2847592
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386745321. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
711
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$148,852
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 232 | 182 | $86 | |
72110 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views | 85 | 75 | $45 | |
72050 |
X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views | 56 | 46 | $46 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 48 | 47 | $76 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 40 | 31 | $224 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 39 | 39 | $103 | |
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 21 | 15 | $365 | |
22633 |
Fusion of spine in lower back with partial removal of spine bone and disc | 19 | 19 | $1,641 | |
63052 |
Partial removal of bone of single segment of spine in lower back with release of spinal cord and/or nerves during fusion of spine in lower back | 19 | 19 | $216 | |
22842 |
Placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments | 17 | 17 | $671 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 32. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$164
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | 4 | $132.72 | |
| Aesculap, Inc. | 1 | $16.76 | |
| Medtronic, Inc. | 1 | $14.25 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
594
Patients
300
Total drug cost
$7,771
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 119 | 55 | $1,384 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 115 | 56 | $2,182 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 110 | 45 | $1,157 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 45 | 19 | $284 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 39 | 26 | $243 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 32 | 23 | $333 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 27 | 26 | $235 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 24 | 24 | $133 |
| Methocarbamol | Generic | 23 | 13 | $472 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 22 | 0 | $129 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Wayne Paullus's medical specialty?
Dr. Wayne Paullus practices Neurological Surgery Physician in Amarillo, TX.
Where does Dr. Wayne Paullus practice?
Dr. Wayne Paullus practices at 705 Quail Creek Dr, Amarillo, TX 791064137. Office phone: 8063536400.
What is Dr. Wayne Paullus's NPI?
Dr. Wayne Paullus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386745321, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Wayne Paullus accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Wayne Paullus accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Wayne Paullus commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views (HCPCS 72110); X-ray of upper spine, 4-5 views (HCPCS 72050). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.