David Whittaker, MD
NPI 1558360412 · Dermatology Physician · Boone, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Whittaker, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Boone, NC (NPI 1558360412).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558360412
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 200000665 (NC)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
5,106 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 | 1,896 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 616 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 465 | $124 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 432 | $88 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 279 | $84 |
| 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 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 248 | 180 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 220 | 157 |
| Ketoconazole | 203 | 101 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 134 | 89 |
| Hydrocortisone | 103 | 64 |
| Dutasteride | 80 | 30 |
| Ciclopirox | 68 | 33 |
| Minoxidil | 60 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$119 across 6 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
- 2005-07-21
- Last updated
- 2013-07-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Whittaker's NPI number?
- David Whittaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558360412, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Whittaker's specialty?
- David Whittaker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Whittaker located?
- David Whittaker's practice location on file with NPPES is 169 Birch St, Boone, NC 28607-5069.
- What is David Whittaker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Whittaker is (828) 264-4553.
- Does David Whittaker accept Medicare?
- David Whittaker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Whittaker's NPI active?
- Yes — David Whittaker's NPI (1558360412) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-07-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.