Palak Parekh, MD
NPI 1548423536 · Dermatology Physician · Temple, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Palak Parekh, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Temple, TX (NPI 1548423536).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548423536
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N1820 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
2,553 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 | 720 | $2 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 552 | $35 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 190 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 189 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 181 | $63 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 129 | 57 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 67 | 35 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 66 | 48 |
| Hydrocortisone | 55 | 35 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 40 | 14 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 34 | 19 |
| Fluorouracil | 31 | 23 |
| Fluocinonide | 29 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14 across 1 record (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
- 2008-07-09
- Last updated
- 2021-01-06
- Certified
- 2021-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Palak Parekh's NPI number?
- Palak Parekh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548423536, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Palak Parekh's specialty?
- Palak Parekh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Palak Parekh located?
- Palak Parekh's practice location on file with NPPES is 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508-4211.
- What is Palak Parekh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Palak Parekh is (254) 724-2111.
- Does Palak Parekh accept Medicare?
- Palak Parekh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Palak Parekh's NPI active?
- Yes — Palak Parekh's NPI (1548423536) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.