Jay Applebaum, M.D.
NPI 1740214618 · Procedural Dermatology Physician · Tustin, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jay Applebaum, M.D. is a Procedural Dermatology Physician provider in Tustin, CA (NPI 1740214618).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740214618
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Procedural Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G054219 (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
4,199 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 | 2,060 | $8 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 534 | $53 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 533 | $125 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 386 | $99 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 285 | $62 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 |
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 | 82 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 52 | 28 |
| Fluocinonide | 38 | 20 |
| Hydrocortisone | 37 | 23 |
| Ketoconazole | 32 | 16 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 31 | 12 |
| Nystatin | 27 | — |
| Imiquimod | 24 | 21 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,279 across 94 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
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2020-02-27
- Certified
- 2020-02-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jay Applebaum's NPI number?
- Jay Applebaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740214618, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jay Applebaum's specialty?
- Jay Applebaum is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Procedural Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jay Applebaum located?
- Jay Applebaum's practice location on file with NPPES is 17601 17th St Ste 110, Tustin, CA 92780-1946.
- What is Jay Applebaum's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jay Applebaum is (714) 790-0005.
- Does Jay Applebaum accept Medicare?
- Jay Applebaum is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jay Applebaum's NPI active?
- Yes — Jay Applebaum's NPI (1740214618) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.