Elbert Belk III, MD
NPI 1801843487 · Dermatology Physician · Laredo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Elbert Belk III, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Laredo, TX (NPI 1801843487).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1801843487
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- M8524 (TX)
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
1,343 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 | 334 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 255 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 154 | $160 |
| Shaving of Skin Growth of Body, Arms, Or Legs, 0.5 Cm Or Less11300 | 114 | $57 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 89 | $47 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 497 | 222 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 317 | 211 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 234 | 103 |
| Minoxidil | 157 | 55 |
| Mupirocin | 114 | 89 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 109 | 62 |
| Fluconazole | 107 | 84 |
| Metronidazole | 69 | 36 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$301 across 10 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
- 2006-05-28
- Last updated
- 2026-02-10
- Certified
- 2026-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Elbert Belk III's NPI number?
- Elbert Belk III's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801843487, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Elbert Belk III's specialty?
- Elbert Belk III is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Elbert Belk III located?
- Elbert Belk III's practice location on file with NPPES is 10710 Mcpherson Rd Ste 100, Laredo, TX 78045-6363.
- What is Elbert Belk III's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Elbert Belk III is (956) 267-9892.
- Does Elbert Belk III accept Medicare?
- Elbert Belk III is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Elbert Belk III's NPI active?
- Yes — Elbert Belk III's NPI (1801843487) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.