Adam Friedman, M.D.
NPI 1588800916 · Dermatology Physician · Washington, DC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Adam Friedman, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Washington, DC (NPI 1588800916).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1588800916
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 256656 (NY)
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
1,236 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 241 | $141 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 218 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 172 | $100 |
| Application of Ultraviolet Light to Skin96900 | 151 | $29 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 111 | $109 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 78 | 32 |
| Minoxidil | 64 | 21 |
| Dutasteride | 62 | 14 |
| Finasteride | 59 | 17 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 57 | — |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 49 | — |
| Gabapentin | 48 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$371,482 across 288 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
- 2009-01-07
- Last updated
- 2023-03-06
- Certified
- 2023-03-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Adam Friedman's NPI number?
- Adam Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588800916, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Adam Friedman's specialty?
- Adam Friedman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Adam Friedman located?
- Adam Friedman's practice location on file with NPPES is 2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20037-3201.
- What is Adam Friedman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Adam Friedman is (202) 741-2600.
- Does Adam Friedman accept Medicare?
- Adam Friedman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Adam Friedman's NPI active?
- Yes — Adam Friedman's NPI (1588800916) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.