Ana Cardenas, M.D.
NPI 1841292026 · Dermatology Physician · Bakersfield, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ana Cardenas, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Bakersfield, CA (NPI 1841292026).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841292026
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G86302 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 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
3,605 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 | 1,308 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 861 | $85 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 402 | $108 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 391 | $44 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 194 | $72 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of 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 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Imiquimod | 205 | 118 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 165 | 91 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 130 | 81 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 113 | 55 |
| Mupirocin | 112 | 72 |
| Ketoconazole | 109 | 46 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 99 | 43 |
| Minoxidil | 74 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$768 across 41 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
- 2005-06-01
- Last updated
- 2015-05-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ana Cardenas's NPI number?
- Ana Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841292026, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ana Cardenas's specialty?
- Ana Cardenas is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ana Cardenas located?
- Ana Cardenas's practice location on file with NPPES is 3400 Calloway Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93312-2513.
- What is Ana Cardenas's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ana Cardenas is (661) 410-7546.
- Does Ana Cardenas accept Medicare?
- Ana Cardenas is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ana Cardenas's NPI active?
- Yes — Ana Cardenas's NPI (1841292026) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-05-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.