David Kessler, D.O.
NPI 1255442232 · Dermatology Physician · Massapequa, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Kessler, D.O. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Massapequa, NY (NPI 1255442232).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255442232
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 171086 (NY)
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
4,992 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 | 1,785 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,100 | $104 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 471 | $62 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 337 | $127 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 252 | $105 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 36 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 93 | 62 |
| Mupirocin | 76 | 63 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 75 | 55 |
| Imiquimod | 70 | 61 |
| Econazole Nitrate | 47 | 33 |
| Hydrocortisone | 44 | 35 |
| Fluorouracil | 42 | 41 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 37 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$29,036 across 103 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
- 2006-08-31
- Last updated
- 2015-03-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Kessler's NPI number?
- David Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255442232, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Kessler's specialty?
- David Kessler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Kessler located?
- David Kessler's practice location on file with NPPES is 70 Grand Ave, Massapequa, NY 11758-4906.
- What is David Kessler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Kessler is (516) 799-1600.
- Does David Kessler accept Medicare?
- David Kessler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Kessler's NPI active?
- Yes — David Kessler's NPI (1255442232) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-03-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.