John Welsh, M.D.
NPI 1881606168 · Dermatology Physician · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Welsh, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1881606168).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881606168
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD430939 (SC)
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
19 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
5,016 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 | 1,410 | $6 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 | 1,045 | $47 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 575 | $82 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 467 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 328 | $87 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 242 | 205 |
| Hydrocortisone | 178 | 148 |
| Cephalexin | 159 | 134 |
| Ketoconazole | 107 | 74 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 97 | 52 |
| Fluorouracil | 77 | 76 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 71 | 50 |
| Prednisone | 45 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,024 across 60 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
- 2006-08-13
- Last updated
- 2025-10-29
- Certified
- 2025-10-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Welsh's NPI number?
- John Welsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881606168, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Welsh's specialty?
- John Welsh is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Welsh located?
- John Welsh's practice location on file with NPPES is 7410 Highway 707, Myrtle Beach, SC 29588-7304.
- What is John Welsh's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Welsh is (843) 215-1100.
- Does John Welsh accept Medicare?
- John Welsh is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Welsh's NPI active?
- Yes — John Welsh's NPI (1881606168) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.