Michelle Fricke, MD
NPI 1821479072 · Dermatology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michelle Fricke, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in San Antonio, TX (NPI 1821479072).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821479072
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S2035 (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
11 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
2,698 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 | 1,009 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 412 | $122 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 396 | $87 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 329 | $53 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 240 | $105 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride | 95 | 31 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 79 | 58 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 67 | 32 |
| Dutasteride | 47 | 13 |
| Ketoconazole | 47 | 19 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 40 | 19 |
| Fluconazole | 35 | 21 |
| Mupirocin | 33 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,268 across 51 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)
- 121 Bulverde Crossing Rd Ste 110Bulverde, TX 78163-6201Phone: (830) 380-3031Fax: (210) 255-8446
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-06-13
- Last updated
- 2025-07-10
- Certified
- 2025-07-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michelle Fricke's NPI number?
- Michelle Fricke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821479072, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michelle Fricke's specialty?
- Michelle Fricke is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michelle Fricke located?
- Michelle Fricke's practice location on file with NPPES is 131 W Sunset Rd Ste 101, San Antonio, TX 78209-2797.
- What is Michelle Fricke's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michelle Fricke is (210) 255-8447.
- Does Michelle Fricke accept Medicare?
- Michelle Fricke is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michelle Fricke's NPI active?
- Yes — Michelle Fricke's NPI (1821479072) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.