2026 NPPES data Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician NPI 1316441090 MD
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HELEN WU, MD

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician in COLUMBUS, Ohio. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
70
Medicare Part D claims · 18 beneficiaries · Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician avg: 359
Generic prescribing
66%
generic claims · 34% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

HELEN WU, MD filed 70 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician in COLUMBUS, Ohio, prescribing 66% generic.

70
Part D claims, 2023
66%
generic prescribing

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HELEN WU, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

70 0th percentile higher than 0% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). This entry sits in this band. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Above this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

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Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

HELEN WU, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty but we don't have enough CMS-participation signals to confirm active board-certified status. Consult CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about HELEN WU, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 03/19/2018

NPI 1316441090

Primary specialty

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician

Niche

1,803 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

70 81% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 359

Specialty distribution in Ohio

How Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician compares to other specialties among Ohio providers

Ohio providers

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician share within Ohio

1. Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician share within Ohio

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

HELEN WU, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 555 S 18TH ST, COLUMBUS, OH, 43205, with a listed phone of (614) 722-2000. NPI 1316441090 was issued on 03/19/2018. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what WU most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 70 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 18 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $235K in drug spend, split 34% brand-name and 66% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 1,803 enrolled providers across 51 states and an average of 359 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

555 S 18TH ST
COLUMBUS, OH 43205

Provider Details

NPI 1316441090
Specialty Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 03/19/2018

License & disciplinary context — Ohio OMB 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~48K Ohio medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to HELEN WU, MD. To verify HELEN WU, MD's current license status, search the OMB public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

158
Total board actions, Ohio 2023
Across 154 cases
3.29
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Ohio statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
56 cases

OMB publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the Ohio disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

HELEN WU, MD — brand share 34.0%
Specialty average (est.)

34% brand-name claims vs 66% generic, on 70 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

70
Total Claims
$235K
Total Drug Cost
18
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
82
Total Day Supply
2,256
Brand vs Generic
34% brand / 66% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$218K
Generic Drug Cost
$16K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
57.7 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.93

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Baclofen
11

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician Overview

How HELEN WU, MD fits within the Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician landscape nationally.

1,803
Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician Providers in US
51
States with Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician
359
Avg Claims per Provider

HELEN WU, MD's 70 claims are below the specialty average of 359.

Nearby Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician Providers in Ohio

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Ohio, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as WU.

Compare Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HELEN WU, MD's specialty?
HELEN WU, MD specializes in Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician and practices in COLUMBUS, Ohio. Credentials: MD.
How much does HELEN WU, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, HELEN WU, MD wrote 70 Medicare Part D claims totaling $235K in drug costs for 18 beneficiaries.
Where is HELEN WU, MD located?
HELEN WU, MD is located at 555 S 18TH ST, COLUMBUS, OH, 43205. Phone: (614) 722-2000.
What is HELEN WU, MD's NPI number?
HELEN WU, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316441090, issued on 03/19/2018.
Does HELEN WU, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
HELEN WU, MD's prescribing is 34% brand-name and 66% generic drugs by claim count, with $218K in brand drug costs.
How many Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 1,803 Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician providers across 51 states in the US. The average Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician provider writes 359 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does HELEN WU, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, HELEN WU, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Baclofen. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does HELEN WU, MD accept Medicare?
HELEN WU, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 70 Part D claims and 18 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify HELEN WU, MD's credentials?
HELEN WU, MD's NPI is 1316441090 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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