Catherine Papasakelariou, M.D.
NPI 1679890313 · Dermatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Catherine Papasakelariou, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1679890313).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679890313
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P8969 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 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
2,172 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 | 971 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 436 | $85 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 257 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 134 | $54 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 98 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 | 119 | 79 |
| Mupirocin | 102 | 81 |
| Hydrocortisone | 85 | 69 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 83 | 61 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 66 | 33 |
| Fluocinonide | 28 | 24 |
| Fluorouracil | 27 | 24 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 20 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$52,409 across 211 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
- 2010-04-20
- Last updated
- 2021-03-11
- Certified
- 2021-03-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Catherine Papasakelariou's NPI number?
- Catherine Papasakelariou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679890313, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Catherine Papasakelariou's specialty?
- Catherine Papasakelariou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Catherine Papasakelariou located?
- Catherine Papasakelariou's practice location on file with NPPES is 915 Gessner Rd Ste 370, Houston, TX 77024-2564.
- What is Catherine Papasakelariou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Catherine Papasakelariou is (713) 561-5633.
- Does Catherine Papasakelariou accept Medicare?
- Catherine Papasakelariou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Catherine Papasakelariou's NPI active?
- Yes — Catherine Papasakelariou's NPI (1679890313) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.