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Dr. Frances Lawhead, MD
Dermatopathology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatology Physician · Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician · Memphis, TN
- NPI 1992927214
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.6 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1455 Union Ave
Memphis, TN 381046727
(901) 726-6655
fax (901) 726-9056
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 27, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ND0900X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #47452
- Medicaid
- TN #1525591
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1992927214. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
12,375
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,094,731
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 4,389 | 586 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 1,332 | 896 | $84 | |
88331 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block | 1,294 | 625 | $94 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 1,044 | 696 | $43 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 860 | 616 | $65 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 592 | 366 | $555 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 392 | 230 | $46 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 390 | 332 | $95 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 296 | 246 | $52 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 291 | 185 | $376 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Memphis Dermatopathology Physician, average services per provider: 233. This provider delivers 53× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,823
Transactions
97
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 29 | $376.47 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 15 | $362.09 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 11 | $264.87 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 10 | $193.62 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 5 | $107.18 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 5 | $106.28 | |
| Leo Pharma INC. | 4 | $92.57 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 4 | $74.71 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 3 | $59.94 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $54.26 | |
| Arcutis Biotherapeutics, INC. | 3 | $42.41 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $30.06 | |
| Hydrofera LLC | 1 | $26.34 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $21.57 | |
| Biofrontera INC. | 2 | $10.72 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
573
Patients
348
Total drug cost
$76,043
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 151 | 117 | $2,825 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 77 | 57 | $1,552 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 62 | 32 | $1,327 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 56 | 42 | $405 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 42 | 19 | $1,109 |
| Dutasteride | Generic | 33 | 12 | $662 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 31 | 18 | $1,023 |
| Minoxidil | Generic | 26 | 0 | $210 |
| Tacrolimus | Generic | 21 | 13 | $3,265 |
| Dupixent Pen (Dupilumab) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $61,910 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Frances Lawhead's medical specialty?
Dr. Frances Lawhead practices Dermatopathology Physician in Memphis, TN.
Where does Dr. Frances Lawhead practice?
Dr. Frances Lawhead practices at 1455 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 381046727. Office phone: 9017266655.
What is Dr. Frances Lawhead's NPI?
Dr. Frances Lawhead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992927214, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Frances Lawhead accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Frances Lawhead accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Frances Lawhead 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); Pathology examination of specimen during surgery, first tissue block (HCPCS 88331). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.