Thomas Knackstedt, M.D.
NPI 1447545603 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Fuquay Varina, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Knackstedt, M.D. is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Fuquay Varina, NC (NPI 1447545603).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447545603
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2022-01519 (NC)
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
15 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
2,082 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 602 | $537 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 230 | $376 |
| Intermediate Repair of Wound of Scalp, Underarms, Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 2.6-7.5 Cm12032 | 187 | $177 |
| Intermediate Repair of Wound of Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips, Or Mouth, 2.6-5.0 Cm12052 | 149 | $144 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 116 | $85 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 1-5 Tissue Blocks |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 3 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 49 | 47 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 23 | 19 |
| Fluorouracil | 13 | 13 |
Medicare Part D only. These counts cover prescriptions paid through Medicare Part D in 2024 — they do notinclude cash-pay, commercial-insurance, Medicaid, or Part B–administered drugs, and badly undercount high cash-pay categories (e.g. GLP-1 weight-loss, testosterone, and ED medications). Any drug with 10 or fewer claims is omitted by CMS, and beneficiary counts under 11 are suppressed — so a missing drug means no Part D record, never zero. This is a factual claims summary, not an endorsement, not medical advice, and not a consumer report. Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescribers — by Provider and Drug.
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$528 across 24 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
- 2011-06-16
- Last updated
- 2023-07-07
- Certified
- 2023-07-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Knackstedt's NPI number?
- Thomas Knackstedt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447545603, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Knackstedt's specialty?
- Thomas Knackstedt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Knackstedt located?
- Thomas Knackstedt's practice location on file with NPPES is 1006 Procure St Ste 100, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526-2627.
- What is Thomas Knackstedt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Knackstedt is (919) 762-6845.
- Does Thomas Knackstedt accept Medicare?
- Thomas Knackstedt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Knackstedt's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Knackstedt's NPI (1447545603) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.