Lawrence Samuels, M.D.
NPI 1811983869 · Dermatology Physician · Chesterfield, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Lawrence Samuels, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Chesterfield, MO (NPI 1811983869).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811983869
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R7821 (MO)
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
10,209 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 | 3,420 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 1,025 | $57 |
| Superficial And/Or Low Voltage Radiation Treatment Delivery77401 | 945 | $41 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 942 | $269 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 933 | $180 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 846 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Minoxidil | 424 | 140 |
| Cephalexin | 191 | 143 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 180 | 118 |
| Mupirocin | 171 | 107 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 116 | 63 |
| Hydrocortisone | 96 | 69 |
| Mometasone Furoate | 88 | 63 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 80 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,267 across 275 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
- 2005-09-26
- Last updated
- 2014-01-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Lawrence Samuels's NPI number?
- Lawrence Samuels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811983869, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Lawrence Samuels's specialty?
- Lawrence Samuels is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Lawrence Samuels located?
- Lawrence Samuels's practice location on file with NPPES is 222 S Woods Mill Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63017-3625.
- What is Lawrence Samuels's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Lawrence Samuels is (314) 576-7343.
- Does Lawrence Samuels accept Medicare?
- Lawrence Samuels is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Lawrence Samuels's NPI active?
- Yes — Lawrence Samuels's NPI (1811983869) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-01-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.