Eric Yoshihiro Waki, M.D.
Also practices: PEDIATRIC MEDICINE, PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY
Eric Yoshihiro Waki, M.D. has been part of the Fullerton medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of California, Geffen School of Medicine graduate since 1986, he brings 40+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.4/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in California
- Uses generic medications more than 94% of reporting doctors in California
- Federal MIPS score higher than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1003dNPPES updated 2023-08-07 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2240 N Harbor Blvd Ste 200, Fullerton, CA 92835-2635
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 79% of doctors in California on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202393.4/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.8 pts)
Better than 79% of MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.26%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.26% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better98.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16 pts)
Top 6% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
526
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
377
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,136
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $26k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$159 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Eric Yoshihiro Waki's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1986
David Geffen School of Medicine at Ucla
Board certified · Aug 6, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
40 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.
Taxonomy: 174400000X
Education & Training
University of California, Geffen School of Medicine (Class of 1986)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190319
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Specialist Care With Eric Yoshihiro Waki
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Eric Yoshihiro Waki for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Fullerton required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eric Yoshihiro Waki
NPI records show Dr. Waki as active with telehealth listed in Fullerton, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (714) 447-4100.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Eric Yoshihiro Waki
Practice Location
2240 N Harbor Blvd Ste 200, Fullerton, CA 92835-2635
Mailing Address
2240 N Harbor Blvd Ste 200, Fullerton, CA 92835-2635
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