Nicholas Ross, MD
NPI 1609263797 · Dermatology Physician · Chapel Hill, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Ross, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Chapel Hill, NC (NPI 1609263797).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609263797
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2023-03183 (NC)
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
11 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
2,443 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 | 729 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 424 | $85 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 313 | $85 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 295 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 151 | $118 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 192 | 99 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 105 | 96 |
| Hydrocortisone | 82 | 73 |
| Fluorouracil | 60 | 55 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 46 | 21 |
| Metronidazole | 39 | 20 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 37 | 32 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,634 across 110 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
- 2015-04-16
- Last updated
- 2026-01-21
- Certified
- 2026-01-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Ross's NPI number?
- Nicholas Ross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609263797, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Ross's specialty?
- Nicholas Ross is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Ross located?
- Nicholas Ross's practice location on file with NPPES is 891 Willow Dr Ste 1, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-7077.
- What is Nicholas Ross's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Ross is (919) 942-3106.
- Does Nicholas Ross accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Ross is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Ross's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Ross's NPI (1609263797) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.