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Obstetrics/Gynecology

Joseph Wax, MD

Works at hospitals in Portland, ME · Bangor, ME · Maine

Summary

Joseph Wax, MD (Obstetrics/Gynecology) is listed by Medicare at 2 hospitals in Portland, ME and Bangor, ME. NPI 1609926930. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS Facility Affiliation Data, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Joseph Wax, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

Obstetrics/GynecologyPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
40Years since medical school (graduated 1986)
New York Medical CollegeMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Which hospitals does Joseph Wax work at?
Medicare's official clinician data lists Joseph Wax at 2 hospitals: MaineHealth Maine Medical Center and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
Where does Joseph Wax see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 9 practice locations, including Lewiston, ME, Waterville, ME and Portland, ME. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Joseph Wax's specialty?
Medicare lists Obstetrics/Gynecology as the primary specialty.
Does Joseph Wax accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Joseph Wax accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
What is the phone number for Joseph Wax?
(207) 795-5770, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Joseph Wax's NPI number?
1609926930. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Hospitals where Joseph Wax works

Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Joseph Wax at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.

Practice locations

Addresses where Joseph Wax is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02). The first 5 of 9; the Medicare profile lists all.

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Joseph Wax as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • MaineHealth2,633 clinicians in the group
  • Eastern Maine Medical Center624 clinicians in the group
  • Mainegeneral Medical Center555 clinicians in the group
  • Central Maine Medical Center342 clinicians in the group
  • St Marys Regional Medical Center198 clinicians in the group

Specialties

Find other Obstetrics/Gynecology doctors in Maine →

Other OB-GYNs in Lewiston

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Lewiston, ME — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolNew York Medical College
Graduation year1986
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1609926930
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Sources

  1. Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  4. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians