Joel Schlessinger, M.D
NPI 1720085582 · Dermatology Physician · Omaha, NE
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joel Schlessinger, M.D is a Dermatology Physician provider in Omaha, NE (NPI 1720085582).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720085582
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 18783 (NE)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,681 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 | 2,113 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 502 | $115 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 302 | $48 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 221 | $86 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 | 99 | $45 |
| 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 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 384 | 238 |
| Terbinafine Hcl | 162 | 55 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 161 | 88 |
| Mupirocin | 145 | 112 |
| Ketoconazole | 109 | 65 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 98 | 73 |
| Fluconazole | 88 | 51 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 83 | 53 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$458 across 15 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
- 2005-07-07
- Last updated
- 2012-04-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joel Schlessinger's NPI number?
- Joel Schlessinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720085582, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joel Schlessinger's specialty?
- Joel Schlessinger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joel Schlessinger located?
- Joel Schlessinger's practice location on file with NPPES is 2802 Oak View Drive, Omaha, NE 68144-5604.
- What is Joel Schlessinger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joel Schlessinger is (402) 334-7546.
- Does Joel Schlessinger accept Medicare?
- Joel Schlessinger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joel Schlessinger's NPI active?
- Yes — Joel Schlessinger's NPI (1720085582) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-04-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.