Susan Detwiler, MD
NPI 1184656290 · Dermatopathology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Susan Detwiler, MD is a Dermatopathology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1184656290).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184656290
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatopathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G75321 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,225 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
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 .
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 | 1,161 | $8 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 391 | $84 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 378 | $103 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 305 | $134 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 300 | $51 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 62 | 35 |
| Hydrocortisone | 34 | 29 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 31 | 27 |
| Fluocinonide | 29 | 19 |
| Fluorouracil | 24 | 22 |
| Mupirocin | 24 | 23 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 21 | 17 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 16 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,684 across 73 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-07-07
- Last updated
- 2009-04-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Susan Detwiler's NPI number?
- Susan Detwiler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184656290, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Susan Detwiler's specialty?
- Susan Detwiler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatopathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Susan Detwiler located?
- Susan Detwiler's practice location on file with NPPES is 7110 Caminito Pepino, La Jolla, CA 92037-5721.
- What is Susan Detwiler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Susan Detwiler is (858) 539-7300.
- Does Susan Detwiler accept Medicare?
- Susan Detwiler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Susan Detwiler's NPI active?
- Yes — Susan Detwiler's NPI (1184656290) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-04-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.