Michael Berkson, MD
NPI 1588645741 · Dermatology Physician · Berwyn, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Berkson, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Berwyn, IL (NPI 1588645741).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588645741
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036088539 (IL)
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
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,138 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 | 545 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 235 | $96 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 147 | $68 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 70 | $120 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 50 | $118 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 66 | 31 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 56 | 42 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 56 | 25 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 49 | 14 |
| Ketoconazole | 47 | 29 |
| Desonide | 29 | 17 |
| Hydrocortisone | 29 | 22 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 27 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$467 across 29 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 3000 N Halsted St Ste 603Chicago, IL 60657-9269Phone: (773) 525-5550Fax: (773) 525-3084
- 2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste 308Chicago, IL 60657-6159Phone: (773) 525-5550Fax: (773) 525-3084
- 2800 N Sheridan RdSuite 508Chicago, IL 60657-6156Phone: (773) 525-5550Fax: (773) 525-3084
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-07
- Last updated
- 2026-01-15
- Certified
- 2026-01-15
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Berkson's NPI number?
- Michael Berkson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588645741, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Berkson's specialty?
- Michael Berkson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Berkson located?
- Michael Berkson's practice location on file with NPPES is 3253 S Harlem Ave Ste 1a, Berwyn, IL 60402-3073.
- What is Michael Berkson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Berkson is (708) 788-3885.
- Does Michael Berkson accept Medicare?
- Michael Berkson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Berkson's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Berkson's NPI (1588645741) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.