Mark Richard Wakefield, MD
Mark Richard Wakefield is an Urology specialist based in Columbia, MO with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Mark Richard Wakefield, MD practices as part of a group urologist practice in Columbia, MO. Trained at University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (class of 1994), he has been practicing for over 32 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and kidney disease (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 100/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in Missouri
- Federal MIPS score higher than 92% of MIPS-scored doctors in Missouri
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
One Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO 65212-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 92% of doctors in Missouri on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
MIPS Score
2023100/100
Missouri avg: 81.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+16.4 pts)
Top 8% of MIPS-scored doctors in MissouriHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.62%
Missouri avg: 4.4 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.5 pts)
2.62% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
365
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
274
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,526
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $471k
Percentile rankings compared against 912 reporting peers in Missouri.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Chronic Kidney Disease.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+11%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.4k received from industry
31 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Mark Richard Wakefield's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine
Board certified · May 19, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Taxonomy: 208800000X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
Po Box 843966, Kansas City, MO 64184-3966
Differs from practice location
Virtual Urology Care With Mark Richard Wakefield
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mark Richard Wakefield for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, kidney care follow-ups — no travel to Columbia 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 Mark Richard Wakefield
Dr. Wakefield is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Columbia, MO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (573) 882-6500.
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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Practice Location
One Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO 65212-0001
Mailing Address
Po Box 843966, Kansas City, MO 64184-3966
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