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Dr. Palak Parekh, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatopathology Physician · Temple, TX
- NPI 1548423536
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2401 S 31St St
Temple, TX 765084211
(254) 724-2111 - Mailing address
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Po Box 844658
Dallas, TX 752844658
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 6, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #N1820
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548423536. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,856
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$96,127
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 900 | 674 | $35 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 780 | 120 | $2 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 230 | 162 | $93 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 192 | 144 | $45 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 156 | 126 | $63 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 112 | 89 | $25 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 106 | 91 | $63 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 67 | 47 | $25 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 65 | 57 | $33 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 62 | 23 | $27 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in Temple Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 113. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$14
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $14.02 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
527
Patients
264
Total drug cost
$15,003
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 102 | 45 | $1,474 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 74 | 35 | $3,732 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 61 | 39 | $736 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 54 | 40 | $804 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 35 | 20 | $1,538 |
| Nystatin | Generic | 30 | 12 | $598 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 26 | 17 | $889 |
| Tretinoin | Generic | 24 | 0 | $1,923 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | Generic | 23 | 15 | $657 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 19 | 16 | $979 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Palak Parekh's medical specialty?
Dr. Palak Parekh practices Dermatology Physician in Temple, TX.
Where does Dr. Palak Parekh practice?
Dr. Palak Parekh practices at 2401 S 31St St, Temple, TX 765084211. Office phone: 2547242111.
What is Dr. Palak Parekh's NPI?
Dr. Palak Parekh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548423536, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Palak Parekh accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Palak Parekh accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Palak Parekh commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.