Thomas Yu, MD
NPI 1619963162 · Dermatology Physician · Bethesda, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Yu, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Bethesda, MD (NPI 1619963162).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619963162
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- D0063201 (MD)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,503 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 | 2,446 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,050 | $105 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 831 | $58 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 407 | $131 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 364 | $104 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 298 | 276 |
| Fluocinonide | 70 | 37 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 60 | 41 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 54 | 45 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 31 | 16 |
| Fluorouracil | 31 | 30 |
| Metronidazole | 31 | 17 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,871 across 82 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 (2)
- 19735 Germantown Rd Ste 210Germantown, MD 20874-1217Phone: (301) 444-0153
- 9104 Falls of Neuse Rd Ste 310Raleigh, NC 27615-2498Phone: (919) 645-1090
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-21
- Last updated
- 2024-05-03
- Certified
- 2023-11-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Yu's NPI number?
- Thomas Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619963162, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Yu's specialty?
- Thomas Yu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Yu located?
- Thomas Yu's practice location on file with NPPES is 6500 Rock Spring Dr Ste 105, Bethesda, MD 20817.
- What is Thomas Yu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Yu is (301) 530-8300.
- Does Thomas Yu accept Medicare?
- Thomas Yu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Yu's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Yu's NPI (1619963162) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-05-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.