Katherine Fiala, M.D.
NPI 1538372461 · MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Temple, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Katherine Fiala, M.D. is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician provider in Temple, TX (NPI 1538372461).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538372461
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- MOHS-Micrographic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- M5705 (TX)
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
1,413 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 | 614 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 172 | $63 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 164 | $44 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 150 | $92 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 67 | $63 |
| 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 | 127 | 63 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 103 | 50 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 90 | 60 |
| Minoxidil | 62 | 22 |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 50 | — |
| Fluocinonide | 33 | 24 |
| Hydrocortisone | 33 | 24 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$134 across 2 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
- 2007-05-07
- Last updated
- 2021-12-08
- Certified
- 2021-12-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Katherine Fiala's NPI number?
- Katherine Fiala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538372461, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Katherine Fiala's specialty?
- Katherine Fiala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of MOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Katherine Fiala located?
- Katherine Fiala's practice location on file with NPPES is 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508-0001.
- What is Katherine Fiala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Katherine Fiala is (254) 724-2111.
- Does Katherine Fiala accept Medicare?
- Katherine Fiala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Katherine Fiala's NPI active?
- Yes — Katherine Fiala's NPI (1538372461) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.