Stephen Kessler, M.D.
NPI 1336671312 · Dermatology Physician · Mesa, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Kessler, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Mesa, AZ (NPI 1336671312).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1336671312
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
9,243 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 | 4,036 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,866 | $92 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,257 | $57 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 533 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 349 | $131 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 313 | 249 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 172 | 124 |
| Ketoconazole | 135 | 72 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 103 | 61 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 95 | 59 |
| Fluorouracil | 88 | 71 |
| Prednisone | 33 | 22 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$893 across 40 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
- 2017-03-30
- Last updated
- 2021-11-29
- Certified
- 2021-11-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Kessler's NPI number?
- Stephen Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336671312, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Kessler's specialty?
- Stephen Kessler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Kessler located?
- Stephen Kessler's practice location on file with NPPES is 130 S 63rd St Ste 114, Mesa, AZ 85206.
- What is Stephen Kessler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Kessler is (480) 981-2888.
- Does Stephen Kessler accept Medicare?
- Stephen Kessler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Kessler's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Kessler's NPI (1336671312) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.