Lucia Tuffanelli, MD
NPI 1760474894 · Dermatology Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lucia Tuffanelli, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1760474894).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1760474894
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- License
- G53460 (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
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
3,155 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 | 860 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 859 | $97 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 356 | $68 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 201 | $130 |
| Therapy Procedure Using Ultraviolet Radiation With Tar Or Petroleum Jelly Application96910 | 201 | $145 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 35 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 252 | 155 |
| Ketoconazole | 246 | 119 |
| Hydrocortisone | 133 | 69 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 127 | 73 |
| Fluocinonide | 114 | 67 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 105 | 67 |
| Ciclopirox Olaminebrand: Ciclopirox | 104 | 49 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,596 across 206 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
- 2005-08-16
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lucia Tuffanelli's NPI number?
- Lucia Tuffanelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760474894, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lucia Tuffanelli's specialty?
- Lucia Tuffanelli is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lucia Tuffanelli located?
- Lucia Tuffanelli's practice location on file with NPPES is 450 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94108-4206.
- What is Lucia Tuffanelli's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lucia Tuffanelli is (415) 781-4083.
- Does Lucia Tuffanelli accept Medicare?
- Lucia Tuffanelli is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lucia Tuffanelli's NPI active?
- Yes — Lucia Tuffanelli's NPI (1760474894) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.