Craig Garofola, D.O.
NPI 1861856056 · Dermatology Physician · Blacksburg, VA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Craig Garofola, D.O. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Blacksburg, VA (NPI 1861856056).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861856056
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
6,518 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 | 1,474 | $6 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17311 | 755 | $561 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 640 | $87 |
| Removal and Microscopic Exam of Growth of Head, Neck, Hands, Feet, Or Genitals, Each Additional Stage, 1-5 Tissue Blocks17312 | 425 | $397 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 384 | $89 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 100 | 42 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 67 | 53 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 54 | 37 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 40 | 39 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 37 | 22 |
| Cephalexin | 34 | 27 |
| Ammonium Lactate | 24 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,063 across 46 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
- 2016-04-13
- Last updated
- 2023-03-08
- Certified
- 2023-03-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Craig Garofola's NPI number?
- Craig Garofola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861856056, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Craig Garofola's specialty?
- Craig Garofola is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Craig Garofola located?
- Craig Garofola's practice location on file with NPPES is 3700 S Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060-7017.
- What is Craig Garofola's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Craig Garofola is (540) 951-1111.
- Does Craig Garofola accept Medicare?
- Craig Garofola is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Craig Garofola's NPI active?
- Yes — Craig Garofola's NPI (1861856056) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-03-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.