Kathleen Joyce, MD
NPI 1689652257 · Dermatology Physician · Waltham, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kathleen Joyce, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Waltham, MA (NPI 1689652257).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689652257
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101231564 (VA)
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
2,644 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 | 920 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 566 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 404 | $61 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 297 | $140 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 227 | $130 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 120 | 98 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 97 | 63 |
| Minoxidil | 60 | 18 |
| Ketoconazole | 44 | 25 |
| Fluorouracil | 36 | 30 |
| Mupirocin | 33 | 29 |
| Tacrolimus | 24 | 13 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 16 | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$144 across 5 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)
- 386 Washington StWellesley, MA 02481-6213Phone: (781) 235-1533Fax: (781) 235-2393
- 888 Worcester St Ste 95Wellesley, MA 02482-3737Phone: (774) 312-7444Fax: (978) 371-7010
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-04
- Last updated
- 2026-02-12
- Certified
- 2026-02-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kathleen Joyce's NPI number?
- Kathleen Joyce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689652257, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kathleen Joyce's specialty?
- Kathleen Joyce is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kathleen Joyce located?
- Kathleen Joyce's practice location on file with NPPES is 75 3rd Ave Ste 6, Waltham, MA 02451-7582.
- What is Kathleen Joyce's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kathleen Joyce is (781) 701-8030.
- Does Kathleen Joyce accept Medicare?
- Kathleen Joyce is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kathleen Joyce's NPI active?
- Yes — Kathleen Joyce's NPI (1689652257) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.