Melissa Watcher, M.D.
NPI 1538195797 · Dermatology Physician · Newport Beach, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Watcher, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Newport Beach, CA (NPI 1538195797).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538195797
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G71250 (CA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,720 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 | 2,802 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,024 | $100 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 713 | $66 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 278 | $105 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 137 | $128 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fluocinonide | 65 | 48 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 57 | 48 |
| Ketoconazole | 37 | 22 |
| Fluorouracil | 25 | 20 |
| Ropinirole Hcl | 20 | — |
| Imiquimod | 19 | 18 |
| Spironolactone | 18 | — |
| Mupirocin | 16 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,807 across 51 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1506 E Chapman AveOrange, CA 92866-2231Phone: (714) 538-8556Fax: (714) 538-1082
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-22
- Last updated
- 2026-05-21
- Certified
- 2026-05-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Watcher's NPI number?
- Melissa Watcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538195797, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Watcher's specialty?
- Melissa Watcher is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Watcher located?
- Melissa Watcher's practice location on file with NPPES is 20162 Sw Birch St Ste 250, Newport Beach, CA 92660-0797.
- What is Melissa Watcher's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Watcher is (949) 251-0427.
- Does Melissa Watcher accept Medicare?
- Melissa Watcher is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Watcher's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Watcher's NPI (1538195797) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.