2026 NPPES data Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician NPI 1720177082 MD
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JOHN WHITTLE, MD

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician in SAVANNAH, Georgia. 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
17
Medicare Part D claims · Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician avg: 92
What the federal data reveals: JOHN WHITTLE, MD is a Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician ([object Object]) practicing in SAVANNAH, Georgia with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 17 claims .

What stands out: JOHN WHITTLE, MD filed 17 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 across SAVANNAH, Georgia. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

JOHN WHITTLE, 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).

JOHN WHITTLE, MD at a glance

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 10/12/2006

NPI 1720177082

Primary specialty

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician

Niche

2,568 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

17 82% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 92

Specialty distribution in Georgia

How Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician compares to other specialties among Georgia providers

Georgia providers

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician share within Georgia

1. Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician share within Georgia

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Pediatric Hematology & Oncology 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).

JOHN WHITTLE, MD is a Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician provider practicing in SAVANNAH, Georgia, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1720177082. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

JOHN WHITTLE, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1220 SWEETBRIAR CIR, SAVANNAH, GA, 31406, with a listed phone of (912) 657-6058. NPI 1720177082 was issued on 10/12/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what WHITTLE 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 17 prescription claims written by this provider, covering N/A Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $255 in drug spend. 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.

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician is a narrow specialty nationwide, with 2,568 enrolled providers across 52 states and an average of 92 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

1220 SWEETBRIAR CIR
SAVANNAH, GA 31406

Provider Details

NPI 1720177082
Specialty Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 10/12/2006

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

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

17
Total Claims
$255
Total Drug Cost
N/A
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
17
Total Day Supply
510
Brand Drug Cost
$0
Generic Drug Cost
$255

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
85.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.67

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Paroxetine Hcl
11

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

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician Overview

How JOHN WHITTLE, MD fits within the Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician landscape nationally.

2,568
Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician Providers in US
52
States with Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician
92
Avg Claims per Provider

JOHN WHITTLE, MD's 17 claims are below the specialty average of 92.

Nearby Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician Providers in Georgia

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

Compare Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JOHN WHITTLE, MD's specialty?
JOHN WHITTLE, MD specializes in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician and practices in SAVANNAH, Georgia. Credentials: MD.
How much does JOHN WHITTLE, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, JOHN WHITTLE, MD wrote 17 Medicare Part D claims totaling $255 in drug costs for N/A beneficiaries.
Where is JOHN WHITTLE, MD located?
JOHN WHITTLE, MD is located at 1220 SWEETBRIAR CIR, SAVANNAH, GA, 31406. Phone: (912) 657-6058.
What is JOHN WHITTLE, MD's NPI number?
JOHN WHITTLE, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720177082, issued on 10/12/2006.
How many Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 2,568 Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician providers across 52 states in the US. The average Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Physician provider writes 92 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does JOHN WHITTLE, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, JOHN WHITTLE, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Paroxetine Hcl. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does JOHN WHITTLE, MD accept Medicare?
JOHN WHITTLE, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 17 Part D claims and N/A Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify JOHN WHITTLE, MD's credentials?
JOHN WHITTLE, MD's NPI is 1720177082 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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