Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carina Wasko, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1417152752
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.8 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1504 Taub Loop
Houston, TX 770301608
(713) 873-8890 - Additional location
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1977 Butler Blvd
Houston, TX 770304101
(713) 798-6131
fax (713) 798-6923 - Mailing address
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1977 Butler Blvd Ste E6.200
Houston, TX 770304101
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 20, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #M6947
- Medicaid (2)
- TX #187219401 · TX #187219402
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1417152752. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,174
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$237,288
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 1,479 | 239 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 945 | 742 | $92 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 492 | 405 | $98 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 386 | 310 | $49 | |
11103 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | 384 | 209 | $51 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 135 | 129 | $115 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 78 | 72 | $58 | |
17004 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | 65 | 47 | $172 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 53 | 50 | $131 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 45 | 45 | $112 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 44 peers in Houston Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 163. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$21
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galderma Laboratories, L.P. | 1 | $21.10 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
652
Patients
335
Total drug cost
$429,442
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 91 | 58 | $1,542 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 82 | 53 | $4,483 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 68 | 43 | $1,772 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 60 | 40 | $498 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 59 | 31 | $1,999 |
| Otezla (Apremilast) | Brand | 41 | 0 | $259,537 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | Generic | 35 | 18 | $1,617 |
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 34 | 17 | $1,193 |
| Dupixent Syringe (Dupilumab) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $150,595 |
| Metronidazole | Generic | 32 | 17 | $3,177 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carina Wasko's medical specialty?
Dr. Carina Wasko practices Dermatology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Carina Wasko practice?
Dr. Carina Wasko practices at 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 770301608. Office phone: 7138738890.
What is Dr. Carina Wasko's NPI?
Dr. Carina Wasko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417152752, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carina Wasko accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carina Wasko accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carina Wasko 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); Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth (HCPCS 11102). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.