Lauren Ko, MD
NPI 1154826824 · Dermatology Physician · Portland, ME
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lauren Ko, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Portland, ME (NPI 1154826824).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154826824
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD26766 (ME)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
8 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,763 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 631 | $7 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 233 | $50 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 219 | $108 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 144 | $111 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 120 | $162 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 106 | 74 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 89 | 57 |
| Fluorouracil | 69 | 65 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 67 | 60 |
| Econazole Nitrate | 38 | 30 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 36 | 21 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 29 | 15 |
| Metronidazole | 23 | 20 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2018-03-26
- Last updated
- 2023-08-28
- Certified
- 2023-08-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lauren Ko's NPI number?
- Lauren Ko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154826824, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lauren Ko's specialty?
- Lauren Ko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lauren Ko located?
- Lauren Ko's practice location on file with NPPES is 50 Sewall St, Portland, ME 04102-2691.
- What is Lauren Ko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lauren Ko is (207) 775-3526.
- Does Lauren Ko accept Medicare?
- Lauren Ko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lauren Ko's NPI active?
- Yes — Lauren Ko's NPI (1154826824) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-08-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.