Stephen Schwartz, M.D.
NPI 1457342412 · Dermatology Physician · Harlingen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Schwartz, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Harlingen, TX (NPI 1457342412).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457342412
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- License
- E3441 (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
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
2,445 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 | 1,190 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 328 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 252 | $50 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 164 | $92 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More99202 | 95 | $63 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 254 | 125 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 167 | 69 |
| Ketoconazole | 104 | 52 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 60 | 36 |
| Metronidazole | 55 | 28 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 54 | 25 |
| Mupirocin | 48 | 40 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 30 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$178 across 5 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
- 2005-10-31
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Schwartz's NPI number?
- Stephen Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457342412, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Schwartz's specialty?
- Stephen Schwartz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Schwartz located?
- Stephen Schwartz's practice location on file with NPPES is 1919 N Ed Carey Dr, Harlingen, TX 78550-8255.
- What is Stephen Schwartz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Schwartz is (956) 423-2913.
- Does Stephen Schwartz accept Medicare?
- Stephen Schwartz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Schwartz's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Schwartz's NPI (1457342412) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.