Carina Wasko, M.D.
NPI 1417152752 · Dermatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carina Wasko, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1417152752).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417152752
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M6947 (TX)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,257 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 | 1,588 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 987 | $92 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 437 | $91 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 433 | $51 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 | 227 | $51 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 29 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 121 | 81 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 106 | 63 |
| Ketoconazole | 94 | 48 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 68 | 28 |
| Mupirocin | 67 | 45 |
| Metronidazole | 50 | 23 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 49 | — |
| Ciclopirox | 47 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$21 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1977 Butler BlvdHouston, TX 77030-4101Phone: (713) 798-6131Fax: (713) 798-6923
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-18
- Last updated
- 2024-05-20
- Certified
- 2024-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carina Wasko's NPI number?
- Carina Wasko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417152752, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carina Wasko's specialty?
- Carina Wasko is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carina Wasko located?
- Carina Wasko's practice location on file with NPPES is 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030-1608.
- What is Carina Wasko's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carina Wasko is (713) 873-8890.
- Does Carina Wasko accept Medicare?
- Carina Wasko is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carina Wasko's NPI active?
- Yes — Carina Wasko's NPI (1417152752) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.