John West, M.D.
NPI 1487606117 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Mystic, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John West, M.D. is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Mystic, CT (NPI 1487606117).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487606117
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G61079 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
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
4,027 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 722 | $192 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 699 | $288 |
| Superficial And/Or Low Voltage Radiation Treatment Delivery77401 | 671 | $45 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 267 | $586 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 183 | $60 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cefadroxil | 258 | 215 |
| Mupirocin | 254 | 233 |
| Gentamicin Sulfate | 44 | 41 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 40 | 34 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 37 | 34 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 20 | 19 |
| Cephalexin | 19 | 17 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,691 across 79 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
- 2006-05-17
- Last updated
- 2014-10-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is John West's NPI number?
- John West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487606117, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John West's specialty?
- John West is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John West located?
- John West's practice location on file with NPPES is 34 Water Street, Mystic, CT 06355.
- What is John West's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John West is (860) 572-9994.
- Does John West accept Medicare?
- John West is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John West's NPI active?
- Yes — John West's NPI (1487606117) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-10-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.