Helen Tergin, MD
NPI 1578540571 · Dermatology Physician · Columbia, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Helen Tergin, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Columbia, MO (NPI 1578540571).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578540571
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2015007374 (MO)
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
6,273 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 | 2,137 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,223 | $83 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 948 | $45 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 682 | $81 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 | 308 | $44 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 85 | 59 |
| Ketoconazole | 71 | 36 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 66 | 27 |
| Hydrocortisone | 49 | 34 |
| Mupirocin | 44 | 39 |
| Cephalexin | 43 | 36 |
| Metronidazole | 28 | 15 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 24 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$885 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-30
- Last updated
- 2018-07-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Helen Tergin's NPI number?
- Helen Tergin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578540571, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Helen Tergin's specialty?
- Helen Tergin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Helen Tergin located?
- Helen Tergin's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 N Keene St, Columbia, MO 65201.
- What is Helen Tergin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Helen Tergin is (573) 876-1616.
- Does Helen Tergin accept Medicare?
- Helen Tergin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Helen Tergin's NPI active?
- Yes — Helen Tergin's NPI (1578540571) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.