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Dr. Michael Pelster, M.D.
Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician (CMS: Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery (MDS)) · Dermatology Physician · Nashville, TN
- NPI 1699017145
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 72.2 / 100 · 2023
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2301 21St Ave S
Nashville, TN 372124908
(615) 327-9797
fax (615) 613-0329
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 22, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ND0101X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #R6456
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1699017145. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,124
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$382,207
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 793 | 189 | $6 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 366 | 279 | $43 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 354 | 281 | $83 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 318 | 269 | $78 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 204 | 166 | $538 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 181 | 156 | $101 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 157 | 120 | $118 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 110 | 69 | $46 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 91 | 91 | $103 | |
13132 |
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm | 82 | 77 | $253 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in Nashville Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 83. This provider delivers 38× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,640
Transactions
88
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 19 | $325.98 | |
| Amgen INC. | 12 | $225.18 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 15 | $206.52 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 8 | $184.69 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 6 | $132.66 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 6 | $104.87 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 3 | $79.77 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 3 | $78.75 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 4 | $72.01 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 4 | $67.86 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 3 | $54.82 | |
| Almirall LLC | 2 | $38.51 | |
| Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $20.75 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $17.45 | |
| Arcutis Biotherapeutics, INC. | 1 | $16.36 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
622
Patients
417
Total drug cost
$59,914
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 137 | 114 | $2,244 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 98 | 76 | $1,281 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 94 | 50 | $2,519 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 79 | 51 | $3,930 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 44 | 32 | $493 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 30 | 27 | $68 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 20 | 0 | $86 |
| Tacrolimus | Generic | 17 | 13 | $3,449 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | Generic | 16 | 14 | $819 |
| Fluconazole | Generic | 16 | 12 | $70 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Pelster's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Pelster practices Mohs-Micrographic Surgery Physician in Nashville, TN.
Where does Dr. Michael Pelster practice?
Dr. Michael Pelster practices at 2301 21St Ave S, Nashville, TN 372124908. Office phone: 6153279797.
What is Dr. Michael Pelster's NPI?
Dr. Michael Pelster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699017145, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Pelster accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Pelster accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Pelster commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.