Stephen Vannucci, MD
NPI 1255405783 · Dermatopathology Physician · Chico, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Vannucci, MD is a Dermatopathology Physician provider in Chico, CA (NPI 1255405783).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255405783
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatopathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A71303 (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
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
17,853 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 | 6,093 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 4,100 | $93 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,638 | $56 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,132 | $37 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 1,014 | $120 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefadroxil | 411 | 329 |
| Ketoconazole | 107 | 45 |
| Azithromycin | 62 | 55 |
| Metronidazole | 56 | 26 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 51 | 39 |
| Cephalexin | 33 | 33 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 32 | — |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$994 across 52 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
- 2006-11-17
- Last updated
- 2020-05-19
- Certified
- 2020-05-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Vannucci's NPI number?
- Stephen Vannucci's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255405783, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Vannucci's specialty?
- Stephen Vannucci is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatopathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Vannucci located?
- Stephen Vannucci's practice location on file with NPPES is 251 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA 95926-2241.
- What is Stephen Vannucci's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Vannucci is (530) 342-3686.
- Does Stephen Vannucci accept Medicare?
- Stephen Vannucci is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Vannucci's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Vannucci's NPI (1255405783) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-05-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.