Lawrence Wang, M.D.
NPI 1417920216 · Dermatology Physician · La Jolla, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Wang, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in La Jolla, CA (NPI 1417920216).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417920216
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- A90624 (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
5,899 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 | 2,001 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,443 | $97 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 786 | $62 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 377 | $106 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 273 | $128 |
| Application of Ultraviolet Light to Skin96900 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 149 | 67 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 91 | 52 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 88 | 60 |
| Tacrolimus | 58 | 30 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 52 | 20 |
| Apremilastbrand: Otezla | 42 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 34 | 19 |
| Cefadroxil | 30 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,586 across 76 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
- 2006-02-10
- Last updated
- 2016-08-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Wang's NPI number?
- Lawrence Wang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417920216, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Wang's specialty?
- Lawrence Wang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Wang located?
- Lawrence Wang's practice location on file with NPPES is 10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1027.
- What is Lawrence Wang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Wang is (858) 554-8645.
- Does Lawrence Wang accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Wang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Wang's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Wang's NPI (1417920216) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-08-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.