Lawrence Desjarlais, MD
NPI 1437116852 · Dermatology Physician · Adrian, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Desjarlais, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Adrian, MI (NPI 1437116852).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437116852
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301058635 (MI)
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
6,761 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 | 1,558 | $6 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 974 | $173 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 908 | $259 |
| Superficial And/Or Low Voltage Radiation Treatment Delivery77401 | 869 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 438 | $91 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 432 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 42 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 135 | 80 |
| Tacrolimus | 93 | 58 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 90 | 56 |
| Ketoconazole | 88 | 49 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 83 | 59 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 61 | 27 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 60 | 43 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,906 across 156 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
- 2006-04-28
- Last updated
- 2020-06-19
- Certified
- 2020-06-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Desjarlais's NPI number?
- Lawrence Desjarlais's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437116852, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Desjarlais's specialty?
- Lawrence Desjarlais is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Desjarlais located?
- Lawrence Desjarlais's practice location on file with NPPES is 2000 Curtis Rd, Adrian, MI 49221-1752.
- What is Lawrence Desjarlais's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Desjarlais is (517) 264-5603.
- Does Lawrence Desjarlais accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Desjarlais is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Desjarlais's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Desjarlais's NPI (1437116852) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.