Bruce Kolton, M.D.
NPI 1457354334 · Dermatology Physician · Hoffman Estates, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bruce Kolton, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Hoffman Estates, IL (NPI 1457354334).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1457354334
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036047580 (IL)
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
21 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
1,340 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 | 453 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 423 | $88 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 94 | $59 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 80 | $110 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Body, Arms, Or Legs, 0.6-1.0 Cm11301 | 46 | $91 |
| Destruction of Cancer Skin Growth of Trunk, Arms, Or Legs, 1.1-2.0 Cm17262 | 32 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 84 | 47 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 64 | 50 |
| Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dipbrand: Clotrimazole-Betamethasone | 40 | 33 |
| Cephalexin | 36 | 32 |
| Mupirocin | 35 | 28 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 30 | — |
| Hydrocortisone | 24 | 22 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$158 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
- 2005-05-24
- Last updated
- 2012-01-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bruce Kolton's NPI number?
- Bruce Kolton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457354334, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bruce Kolton's specialty?
- Bruce Kolton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bruce Kolton located?
- Bruce Kolton's practice location on file with NPPES is 2500 W Higgins Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60195-2085.
- What is Bruce Kolton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bruce Kolton is (847) 839-9999.
- Does Bruce Kolton accept Medicare?
- Bruce Kolton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bruce Kolton's NPI active?
- Yes — Bruce Kolton's NPI (1457354334) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-01-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.