Nikolajs Lapins, M.D.
NPI 1346247228 · Dermatology Physician · Burlingame, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nikolajs Lapins, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Burlingame, CA (NPI 1346247228).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346247228
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G38870 (CA)
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
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
9,471 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 | 3,506 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,569 | $115 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 1,225 | $27 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 636 | $81 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 333 | $811 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 95 | 55 |
| Ketoconazole | 87 | 54 |
| Metronidazole | 47 | 29 |
| Cephalexin | 43 | 37 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 40 | 18 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 32 | 13 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 31 | 14 |
| Nystatin | 29 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$278 across 11 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
- 2005-07-07
- Last updated
- 2011-09-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nikolajs Lapins's NPI number?
- Nikolajs Lapins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346247228, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nikolajs Lapins's specialty?
- Nikolajs Lapins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nikolajs Lapins located?
- Nikolajs Lapins's practice location on file with NPPES is 1750 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA 94010-3214.
- What is Nikolajs Lapins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nikolajs Lapins is (650) 692-0182.
- Does Nikolajs Lapins accept Medicare?
- Nikolajs Lapins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nikolajs Lapins's NPI active?
- Yes — Nikolajs Lapins's NPI (1346247228) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-09-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.