Michael Messina, MD
NPI 1609073048 · Dermatology Physician · Palm Desert, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Messina, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Palm Desert, CA (NPI 1609073048).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609073048
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A106316 (CA)
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
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
16,470 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 | 2,963 | $7 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 2,148 | $191 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 2,058 | $286 |
| Superficial And/Or Low Voltage Radiation Treatment Delivery77401 | 1,968 | $45 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,960 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,116 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 432 | 251 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 327 | 246 |
| Mupirocin | 227 | 186 |
| Fluorouracil | 171 | 149 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 169 | 116 |
| Metronidazole | 98 | 58 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 90 | 51 |
| Hydrocortisone | 84 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$382 across 7 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 (1)
- 7509 Draper Ave Ste aLa Jolla, CA 92037-4857Phone: (858) 683-8118
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-29
- Last updated
- 2023-12-07
- Certified
- 2023-12-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Messina's NPI number?
- Michael Messina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609073048, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Messina's specialty?
- Michael Messina is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Messina located?
- Michael Messina's practice location on file with NPPES is 44311 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260-2710.
- What is Michael Messina's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Messina is (760) 773-6616.
- Does Michael Messina accept Medicare?
- Michael Messina is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Messina's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Messina's NPI (1609073048) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.