Brian Mekelburg, MD
NPI 1548276009 · Dermatology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brian Mekelburg, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1548276009).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548276009
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G38118 (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
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
8,418 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 | 2,724 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,392 | $98 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,304 | $137 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 845 | $54 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 772 | $126 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 18 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 150 | 114 |
| Ketoconazole | 96 | 59 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 83 | 59 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 74 | 47 |
| Fluocinonide | 65 | 49 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 61 | 29 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 58 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,236 across 87 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
- 2006-08-01
- Last updated
- 2008-02-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brian Mekelburg's NPI number?
- Brian Mekelburg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548276009, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brian Mekelburg's specialty?
- Brian Mekelburg is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brian Mekelburg located?
- Brian Mekelburg's practice location on file with NPPES is 8631 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048-5901.
- What is Brian Mekelburg's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brian Mekelburg is (310) 659-9075.
- Does Brian Mekelburg accept Medicare?
- Brian Mekelburg is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brian Mekelburg's NPI active?
- Yes — Brian Mekelburg's NPI (1548276009) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-02-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.