Dr. Sean Wightman, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
15+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Sean Wightman
Sean Wightman, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Los Angeles, CA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
16
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Rush Medical College Of Rush University
Class of 2010
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 125058085 | Surgery | — |
| California | A147815 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Sean Wightman
With 15 years of practice, Dr. Sean Wightman is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Rush Medical College Of Rush University in 2010. Dr. currently practices at J W Duncan Md A Medical Corporation in Los Angeles, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174802755, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Sean Wightman as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 122 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 326 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Sean Wightman received $760 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$760
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 90033
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Sean Wightman
What does Dr. Sean Wightman specialize in?
Dr. Sean Wightman specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery.
Where does Dr. Sean Wightman practice?
Dr. Sean Wightman practices at J W Duncan Md A Medical Corporation in Los Angeles, California.
Does Dr. Sean Wightman accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Sean Wightman accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 122 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Sean Wightman's NPI number?
Dr. Sean Wightman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174802755. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Sean Wightman been practicing?
Dr. Sean Wightman has approximately 15 years of practice experience, having graduated from Rush Medical College Of Rush University in 2010.