Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Peggy Chern, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Austin, TX
- NPI 1982716783
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.3 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
8825 Bee Cave RD, Suite 200
Austin, TX 787464719
(512) 328-3376
fax (512) 540-5243
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 5, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N2984
- Medicaid
- TX #211726901
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982716783. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,797
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$429,466
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 977 | 145 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 376 | 263 | $91 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 280 | 180 | $55 | |
17311 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks | 269 | 209 | $584 | |
17312 |
Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks | 165 | 114 | $424 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 123 | 101 | $89 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 100 | 84 | $117 | |
12032 |
Intermediate repair of wound of scalp, underarms, trunk, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm | 63 | 53 | $229 | |
13132 |
Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm | 49 | 46 | $242 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 48 | 33 | $57 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 36 peers in Austin Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 188. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,081
Transactions
48
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 16 | $281.51 | |
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 8 | $181.08 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 4 | $158.05 | |
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $97.43 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 3 | $76.34 | |
| Leo Pharma INC. | 4 | $71.40 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 3 | $48.36 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 2 | $42.37 | |
| ConvaTec INC. | 1 | $21.50 | |
| Arcutis Biotherapeutics, INC. | 1 | $19.93 | |
| Ortho Dermatologics, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $18.13 | |
| Ucb, INC. | 1 | $16.78 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $16.12 | |
| Kerecis Limited | 1 | $16.02 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $15.58 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
264
Patients
194
Total drug cost
$3,511
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | Generic | 112 | 100 | $679 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 40 | 33 | $457 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 31 | 19 | $218 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 28 | 24 | $249 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 20 | 18 | $500 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 18 | 0 | $1,048 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 15 | 0 | $360 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Peggy Chern's medical specialty?
Dr. Peggy Chern practices Dermatology Physician in Austin, TX.
Where does Dr. Peggy Chern practice?
Dr. Peggy Chern practices at 8825 Bee Cave RD, Austin, TX 787464719. Office phone: 5123283376.
What is Dr. Peggy Chern's NPI?
Dr. Peggy Chern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982716783, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Peggy Chern accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Peggy Chern accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Peggy Chern 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.