2026 NPPES data Hematology & Oncology Physician NPI 1386789618 M.D.
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WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.

Hematology & Oncology Physician in APPLETON, Wisconsin. 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
21
Medicare Part D claims · 12 beneficiaries · Hematology & Oncology Physician avg: 847
Generic prescribing
48%
generic claims · 52% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs

What the federal data shows

WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. filed 21 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Hematology & Oncology Physician in APPLETON, Wisconsin, prescribing 48% generic.

21
Part D claims, 2023
48%
generic prescribing

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WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

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

21 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

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board-eligible specialty (heuristic — not verified)

WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. 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 WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/21/2007

NPI 1386789618

Primary specialty

Hematology & Oncology Physician

Mid-sized

11,215 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

21 98% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 847

Specialty distribution in Wisconsin

How Hematology & Oncology Physician compares to other specialties among Wisconsin providers

Wisconsin providers

Hematology & Oncology Physician share within Wisconsin

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

Specialty board-certification context

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

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

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

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (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).

WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider holding M.D. credentials at 3925 N GATEWAY DR, APPLETON, WI, 54913, with a listed phone of (920) 749-1171. NPI 1386789618 was issued on 02/21/2007. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what GUENTHER 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 21 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 12 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $22K in drug spend, split 52% brand-name and 48% 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.

Hematology & Oncology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 11,215 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 847 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

3925 N GATEWAY DR
APPLETON, WI 54913

Provider Details

NPI 1386789618
Specialty Hematology & Oncology Physician
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/21/2007

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Brand-heavy

WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. — brand share 52.0%
Specialty average (est.)

52% brand-name claims vs 48% generic, on 21 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.

21
Total Claims
$22K
Total Drug Cost
12
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
49
Total Day Supply
1,445
Brand vs Generic
52% brand / 48% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$21K

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
77.4 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
2.63
Age Distribution
<65: 0, 65-74: N/A, 75-84: N/A, 85+: N/A

Hematology & Oncology Physician Overview

How WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. fits within the Hematology & Oncology Physician landscape nationally.

11,215
Hematology & Oncology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Hematology & Oncology Physician
847
Avg Claims per Provider

WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s 21 claims are below the specialty average of 847.

Nearby Hematology & Oncology Physician Providers in Wisconsin

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s specialty?
WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. specializes in Hematology & Oncology Physician and practices in APPLETON, Wisconsin. Credentials: M.D..
How much does WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. wrote 21 Medicare Part D claims totaling $22K in drug costs for 12 beneficiaries.
Where is WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. located?
WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. is located at 3925 N GATEWAY DR, APPLETON, WI, 54913. Phone: (920) 749-1171.
What is WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s NPI number?
WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386789618, issued on 02/21/2007.
Does WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s prescribing is 52% brand-name and 48% generic drugs by claim count, with $21K in brand drug costs.
How many Hematology & Oncology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 11,215 Hematology & Oncology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Hematology & Oncology Physician provider writes 847 Medicare Part D claims per year.
Does WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. accept Medicare?
WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 21 Part D claims and 12 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s credentials?
WILLIAM GUENTHER, M.D.'s NPI is 1386789618 with credentials M.D.. 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.

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

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