Lewis Kirkegaard, MD
NPI 1730143587 · Dermatology Physician · Grand Junction, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lewis Kirkegaard, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Grand Junction, CO (NPI 1730143587).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1730143587
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DR.0039427 (CO)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,304 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 | 2,479 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,110 | $94 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 669 | $57 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 573 | $37 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 320 | $99 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 55 | 43 |
| Ketoconazole | 54 | 22 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 42 | 27 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 20 | — |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 17 | — |
| Finasteride | 15 | — |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$484 across 23 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 (1)
- 2655 Little Bookcliff DrGrand Junction, CO 81501-8801Phone: (970) 242-7273Fax: (970) 241-2878
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-04-17
- Last updated
- 2026-05-06
- Certified
- 2026-05-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lewis Kirkegaard's NPI number?
- Lewis Kirkegaard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730143587, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lewis Kirkegaard's specialty?
- Lewis Kirkegaard is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lewis Kirkegaard located?
- Lewis Kirkegaard's practice location on file with NPPES is 1190 Bookcliff Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501-8133.
- What is Lewis Kirkegaard's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lewis Kirkegaard is (970) 462-9253.
- Does Lewis Kirkegaard accept Medicare?
- Lewis Kirkegaard is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lewis Kirkegaard's NPI active?
- Yes — Lewis Kirkegaard's NPI (1730143587) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.