Lucia Griffith, PA-C
NPI 1518501865 · Dermatology Physician · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lucia Griffith, PA-C is a Dermatology Physician provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1518501865).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518501865
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 3281 (SC)
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
6 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
4,577 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 | 1,616 | $5 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 724 | $73 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 563 | $40 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 352 | $88 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 322 | $103 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 242 | 160 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 118 | 105 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 98 | 81 |
| Mupirocin | 83 | 77 |
| Hydrocortisone | 75 | 66 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 58 | 41 |
| Fluorouracil | 56 | 52 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 46 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,828 across 85 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
- 2019-10-30
- Last updated
- 2025-11-14
- Certified
- 2025-11-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lucia Griffith's NPI number?
- Lucia Griffith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518501865, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lucia Griffith's specialty?
- Lucia Griffith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lucia Griffith located?
- Lucia Griffith's practice location on file with NPPES is 7410 Highway 707, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588-7304.
- What is Lucia Griffith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lucia Griffith is (843) 215-1100.
- Does Lucia Griffith accept Medicare?
- Lucia Griffith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lucia Griffith's NPI active?
- Yes — Lucia Griffith's NPI (1518501865) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.