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Dr. Laura Houk, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatology Physician · Dermatopathology Physician · Worcester, MA
- NPI 1649307406
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.1 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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281 Lincoln St
Worcester, MA 016052138
(508) 334-5979
fax (508) 334-5981 - Additional location
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2 Livewell Dr
Kennebunk, ME 040436762
(207) 467-8800 - Additional location
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265 Western Ave Ste 1
South Portland, ME 041062458
(207) 661-0100 - Mailing address
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Po Box 415348
Boston, MA 022415348
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 13, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Massachusetts #239656 · Maine #MD24567
- Medicaid
- MA #110083488A
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649307406. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,124
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$41,830
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 389 | 70 | $2 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 172 | 147 | $64 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 118 | 97 | $45 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 97 | 86 | $27 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 91 | 78 | $96 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 75 | 66 | $66 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 67 | 35 | $21 | |
99451 |
Telephone, internet, or electronic health record assessment and management with written report by consulting physician, at least 5 minutes | 56 | 56 | $35 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 18 | 18 | $79 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 15 | 15 | $123 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Worcester Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 167. This provider delivers 6.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
636
Patients
316
Total drug cost
$548,025
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 147 | 73 | $3,525 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 120 | 88 | $1,032 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 59 | 41 | $901 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 45 | 15 | $5,279 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 42 | 34 | $3,994 |
| Minoxidil | Generic | 39 | 12 | $405 |
| Dupixent Pen (Dupilumab) | Brand | 36 | 0 | $163,999 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $361,688 |
| Betamethasone Diprop Augmented (Betamethasone/Propylene Glyc) | Brand | 27 | 14 | $1,809 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 17 | 15 | $951 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Laura Houk's medical specialty?
Dr. Laura Houk practices Dermatology Physician in Worcester, MA.
Where does Dr. Laura Houk practice?
Dr. Laura Houk practices at 281 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 016052138. Office phone: 5083345979.
What is Dr. Laura Houk's NPI?
Dr. Laura Houk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649307406, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laura Houk accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laura Houk accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laura Houk 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 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.