Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cara Garretson, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Chicago, IL
- NPI 1033249677
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 91.3 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1460 N. Halsted St., # 203
Chicago, IL 60642
(312) 926-3627
fax (913) 588-8300 - Mailing address
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680 N. Lake Shore Drive, Suite 818
Chicago, IL 60202
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 4, 2011
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Kansas #6618
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033249677. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,065
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$76,130
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 371 | 66 | $7 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 211 | 144 | $136 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 132 | 86 | $53 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 114 | 80 | $121 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 109 | 90 | $96 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 51 | 45 | $88 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 35 | 32 | $190 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 29 | 27 | $60 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 13 | 11 | $54 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 58 peers in Chicago Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 9.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
177
Patients
91
Total drug cost
$4,376
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 81 | 40 | $1,832 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 37 | 29 | $370 |
| Finasteride | Generic | 21 | 0 | $237 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 14 | 11 | $893 |
| Desonide | Generic | 13 | 11 | $624 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $420 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cara Garretson's medical specialty?
Dr. Cara Garretson practices Dermatology Physician in Chicago, IL.
Where does Dr. Cara Garretson practice?
Dr. Cara Garretson practices at 1460 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60642. Office phone: 3129263627.
What is Dr. Cara Garretson's NPI?
Dr. Cara Garretson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033249677, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cara Garretson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cara Garretson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cara Garretson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.