Melissa Camouse, D.O.
NPI 1689885279 · Dermatology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Camouse, D.O. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1689885279).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1689885279
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 20A 9923 (CA)
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
19 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
9,562 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 | 4,249 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,491 | $99 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,103 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 685 | $139 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 549 | $106 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 85 | 65 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 40 | 28 |
| Ketoconazole | 38 | 24 |
| Fluorouracil | 36 | 28 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 33 | 17 |
| Econazole Nitrate | 27 | 14 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$769 across 28 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
- 2007-05-24
- Last updated
- 2018-06-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Camouse's NPI number?
- Melissa Camouse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689885279, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Camouse's specialty?
- Melissa Camouse is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Camouse located?
- Melissa Camouse's practice location on file with NPPES is 23456 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 100, Torrance, CA 90505.
- What is Melissa Camouse's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Camouse is (310) 540-5272.
- Does Melissa Camouse accept Medicare?
- Melissa Camouse is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Camouse's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Camouse's NPI (1689885279) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-06-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.