David Pate, M.D.
NPI 1255697090 · Dermatology Physician · Slidell, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Pate, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Slidell, LA (NPI 1255697090).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255697090
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 24733 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
14 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
3,138 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 | 711 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 386 | $83 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 271 | $508 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 236 | $46 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 234 | $78 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 163 | 133 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 153 | 109 |
| Ketoconazole | 117 | 70 |
| Cephalexin | 87 | 83 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 46 | 39 |
| Fluorouracil | 30 | 28 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 23 | 21 |
| Metronidazole | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,228 across 61 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
- 2012-04-05
- Last updated
- 2021-05-18
- Certified
- 2021-05-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Pate's NPI number?
- David Pate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255697090, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Pate's specialty?
- David Pate is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Pate located?
- David Pate's practice location on file with NPPES is 2780 Gause Blvd E, Slidell, LA 70461-4250.
- What is David Pate's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Pate is (985) 641-5198.
- Does David Pate accept Medicare?
- David Pate is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Pate's NPI active?
- Yes — David Pate's NPI (1255697090) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.