Kenneth Alpern, MD
NPI 1205830890 · Dermatology Physician · Seal Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Alpern, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Seal Beach, CA (NPI 1205830890).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205830890
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A49395 (CA)
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
21 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
415 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 | 213 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 70 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 48 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 32 | $62 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 21 | $120 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 45 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluocinonide | 351 | 154 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 339 | 124 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 306 | 166 |
| Mupirocin | 304 | 205 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 281 | 158 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 219 | 50 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 172 | 88 |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$10,841 across 59 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
- 2005-06-10
- Last updated
- 2026-02-23
- Certified
- 2026-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Alpern's NPI number?
- Kenneth Alpern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205830890, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Alpern's specialty?
- Kenneth Alpern is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Alpern located?
- Kenneth Alpern's practice location on file with NPPES is 1198 Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 1, Seal Beach, CA 90740-6251.
- What is Kenneth Alpern's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Alpern is (562) 799-7071.
- Does Kenneth Alpern accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Alpern is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Alpern's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Alpern's NPI (1205830890) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.