Christopher Carlin, M.D.
NPI 1336186493 · Procedural Dermatology Physician · San Clemente, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Christopher Carlin, M.D. is a Procedural Dermatology Physician provider in San Clemente, CA (NPI 1336186493).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336186493
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Procedural Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A80306 (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
20 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
17,328 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 | 8,519 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 2,313 | $99 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 1,717 | $124 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,621 | $44 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 751 | $72 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 443 | 176 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 184 | 117 |
| Mupirocin | 173 | 121 |
| Fluorouracil | 83 | 76 |
| Ammonium Lactate | 57 | 34 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 46 | 29 |
| Tacrolimus | 38 | 26 |
| Metronidazole | 38 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,336 across 65 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
- 2006-05-31
- Last updated
- 2013-06-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Christopher Carlin's NPI number?
- Christopher Carlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336186493, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Christopher Carlin's specialty?
- Christopher Carlin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Procedural Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Christopher Carlin located?
- Christopher Carlin's practice location on file with NPPES is 1300 Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA 92673-6315.
- What is Christopher Carlin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Christopher Carlin is (949) 489-4290.
- Does Christopher Carlin accept Medicare?
- Christopher Carlin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Christopher Carlin's NPI active?
- Yes — Christopher Carlin's NPI (1336186493) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-06-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.