Rachel Ness, M.D.
NPI 1205031713 · Dermatology Physician · Fargo, ND
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Rachel Ness, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Fargo, ND (NPI 1205031713).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205031713
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 9784 (ND)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
5,852 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 1,131 | $188 |
| Superficial And/Or Low Voltage Radiation Treatment Delivery77401 | 1,055 | $43 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 1,047 | $281 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 553 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 416 | $92 |
| Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Disease Using Laser, Less Than 250.0 Sq Cm96920 | 277 | $162 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 65 | 45 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 59 | 43 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 54 | 40 |
| Mupirocin | 27 | 22 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 25 | — |
| Hydrocortisone | 21 | 18 |
| Tacrolimus | 18 | — |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 16 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$874 across 34 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
- 2007-06-15
- Last updated
- 2020-02-17
- Certified
- 2020-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Rachel Ness's NPI number?
- Rachel Ness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205031713, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Rachel Ness's specialty?
- Rachel Ness is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Rachel Ness located?
- Rachel Ness's practice location on file with NPPES is 3173 43rd Street S Ste a, Fargo, ND 58104-4564.
- What is Rachel Ness's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Rachel Ness is (701) 478-8780.
- Does Rachel Ness accept Medicare?
- Rachel Ness is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Rachel Ness's NPI active?
- Yes — Rachel Ness's NPI (1205031713) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.