Nicole Velez, MD
NPI 1205095486 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Cranberry Township, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (mds) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicole Velez, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Cranberry Township, PA (NPI 1205095486).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205095486
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD451018 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
18 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
1,124 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 264 | $552 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 153 | $86 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 131 | $383 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 63 | $85 |
| Intermediate Repair of Wound of Scalp, Underarms, Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 2.6-7.5 Cm12032 | 61 | $216 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 60 | 50 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 44 | 42 |
| Minoxidil | 29 | 12 |
| Fluorouracil | 29 | 25 |
| Ketoconazole | 28 | 18 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 24 | 20 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 20 | 19 |
| Hydrocortisone | 17 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,430 across 95 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
- 2008-06-03
- Last updated
- 2022-02-22
- Certified
- 2021-05-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicole Velez's NPI number?
- Nicole Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205095486, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicole Velez's specialty?
- Nicole Velez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicole Velez located?
- Nicole Velez's practice location on file with NPPES is 144 Emeryville Dr Ste 230, Cranberry Township, PA 16066-5015.
- What is Nicole Velez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicole Velez is (412) 206-2966.
- Does Nicole Velez accept Medicare?
- Nicole Velez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicole Velez's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicole Velez's NPI (1205095486) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.