Ernest Lee, MD, PHD
NPI 1619506359 · Dermatology Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernest Lee, MD, PHD is a Dermatology Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1619506359).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619506359
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A185902 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
6 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
154 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 51 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 41 | $109 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 25 | $149 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 19 | $86 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 18 | $57 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $2–$149 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 90 | 49 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 89 | 61 |
| Fluorouracil | 64 | 60 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 57 | 44 |
| Fluocinonide | 47 | 34 |
| Gabapentin | 36 | 24 |
| Hydrocortisone | 27 | 19 |
| Tacrolimus | 26 | 25 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1200 El Camino RealSouth San Francisco, CA 94080-3208Phone: (650) 742-2000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2020-04-04
- Last updated
- 2026-04-07
- Certified
- 2026-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernest Lee's NPI number?
- Ernest Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619506359, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernest Lee's specialty?
- Ernest Lee is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernest Lee located?
- Ernest Lee's practice location on file with NPPES is 1701 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94115-3011.
- What is Ernest Lee's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernest Lee is (415) 353-7800.
- Does Ernest Lee accept Medicare?
- Ernest Lee is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernest Lee's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernest Lee's NPI (1619506359) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.