David Pilkington, M.D.
NPI 1295751931 · Dermatology Physician · Merced, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Pilkington, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Merced, CA (NPI 1295751931).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1295751931
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G080845 (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
21,109 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 | 10,987 | $7 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 2,379 | $54 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 2,052 | $98 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 1,483 | $126 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,387 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 136 | 78 |
| Minoxidil | 101 | 30 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 88 | 50 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 88 | 56 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 85 | 25 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 77 | 25 |
| Fluocinonide | 74 | 44 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 60 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,036 across 135 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
- 2006-07-14
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Pilkington's NPI number?
- David Pilkington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295751931, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Pilkington's specialty?
- David Pilkington is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Pilkington located?
- David Pilkington's practice location on file with NPPES is 410 E Yosemite Ave, Merced, CA 95340-8220.
- What is David Pilkington's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Pilkington is (209) 722-7801.
- Does David Pilkington accept Medicare?
- David Pilkington is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Pilkington's NPI active?
- Yes — David Pilkington's NPI (1295751931) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.