Jeffrey Scales, M.D.
NPI 1497818397 · Dermatology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jeffrey Scales, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1497818397).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497818397
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9400629 (NC)
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
19 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
805 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 289 | $84 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 77 | $88 |
| Injection Into Skin Growth, More Than 7 Growths11901 | 77 | $64 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 74 | $102 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 70 | $6 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone | 141 | 78 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 131 | 92 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 89 | 61 |
| Silver Sulfadiazine | 31 | 20 |
| Halobetasol Propionate | 28 | 18 |
| Silver Sulfadiazinebrand: Ssd | 25 | 18 |
| Prednisone | 24 | 20 |
| Adalimumab |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$50,831 across 216 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
- 2006-12-19
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jeffrey Scales's NPI number?
- Jeffrey Scales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497818397, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jeffrey Scales's specialty?
- Jeffrey Scales is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jeffrey Scales located?
- Jeffrey Scales's practice location on file with NPPES is 6216 Fayetteville Rd, Durham, NC 27713-6287.
- What is Jeffrey Scales's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jeffrey Scales is (919) 484-9551.
- Does Jeffrey Scales accept Medicare?
- Jeffrey Scales is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jeffrey Scales's NPI active?
- Yes — Jeffrey Scales's NPI (1497818397) 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.