Tess Pollinger, D.O,
NPI 1598020273 · Dermatology Physician · Albany, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tess Pollinger, D.O, is a Dermatology Physician provider in Albany, NY (NPI 1598020273).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598020273
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O,
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,395 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 | 907 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 298 | $86 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 264 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 259 | $122 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 221 | $105 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 217 | 107 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 194 | 112 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 107 | 74 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 79 | — |
| Tacrolimus | 59 | 44 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 52 | 28 |
| Ciclopirox | 50 | 24 |
| Mupirocin | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,376 across 52 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
- 2012-07-10
- Last updated
- 2024-01-11
- Certified
- 2024-01-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tess Pollinger's NPI number?
- Tess Pollinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598020273, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tess Pollinger's specialty?
- Tess Pollinger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tess Pollinger located?
- Tess Pollinger's practice location on file with NPPES is 264 Washington Avenue Ext, Albany, NY 12203-6352.
- What is Tess Pollinger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tess Pollinger is (518) 452-1928.
- Does Tess Pollinger accept Medicare?
- Tess Pollinger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tess Pollinger's NPI active?
- Yes — Tess Pollinger's NPI (1598020273) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.