Brenda Watkins, MD
NPI 1871904607 · Dermatology Physician · Dripping Springs, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Brenda Watkins, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Dripping Springs, TX (NPI 1871904607).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871904607
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- R6934 (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
12 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
4,903 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 | 1,599 | $7 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 889 | $91 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 658 | $51 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 427 | $128 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 376 | $108 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 221 | 114 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 183 | 112 |
| Hydrocortisone | 164 | 118 |
| Ketoconazole | 159 | 74 |
| Dupilumabbrand: Dupixent Pen | 79 | — |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 72 | 11 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 61 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$861 across 40 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
- 2014-05-14
- Last updated
- 2019-04-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Brenda Watkins's NPI number?
- Brenda Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871904607, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Brenda Watkins's specialty?
- Brenda Watkins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Brenda Watkins located?
- Brenda Watkins's practice location on file with NPPES is 170 Benney Ln Ste 203, Dripping Springs, TX 78620.
- What is Brenda Watkins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Brenda Watkins is (512) 444-7208.
- Does Brenda Watkins accept Medicare?
- Brenda Watkins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Brenda Watkins's NPI active?
- Yes — Brenda Watkins's NPI (1871904607) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-04-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.