Nicholas Edward Wirtz, M.D.
Nicholas Edward Wirtz is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Merriam, KS with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Nicholas Edward Wirtz, M.D. practices as part of a group otolaryngology specialist practice in Merriam, KS. A University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine graduate since 2012, he brings 14+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in Kansas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
6815 Frontage Rd, Merriam, KS 66204-1398
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202368.35/100
Kansas avg: 86.3 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-15.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better14.89%
Kansas avg: 5.6 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+9.8 pts)
14.89% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.9%
Kansas avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.1 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in KansasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
190
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
129
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
282
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $59k
Percentile rankings compared against 648 reporting peers in Kansas.
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$307 received from industry
12 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 Nicholas Edward Wirtz's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2012
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 22, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
14 years in practice
Established
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
Taxonomy: 207Y00000X
Education & Training
University of Missouri, Columbia School of Medicine (Class of 2012)
Mailing address
5101 College Blvd, Leawood, KS 66211-1614
Differs from practice location
Virtual Otolaryngology Care With Nicholas Edward Wirtz
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Nicholas Edward Wirtz for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Merriam 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 Nicholas Edward Wirtz
NPI records show Dr. Wirtz as active with telehealth listed in Merriam, KS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (913) 721-3387.
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 Nicholas Edward Wirtz
Practice Location
6815 Frontage Rd, Merriam, KS 66204-1398
Mailing Address
5101 College Blvd, Leawood, KS 66211-1614
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