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DR. LAUREN S NAGASHIMA-WHALEN MD
NPI 1033172382
Dermatology in Athens, GA

Active since April 08, 2006PECOS Enrolled
728 COBB ST, ATHENS, GA 30606(706) 548-3109(706) 543-4439 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Lauren S Nagashima-whalen Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. LAUREN S NAGASHIMA-WHALEN MD (NPI 1033172382) is an individual dermatology provider in Athens, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (060776) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033172382
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAUREN S NAGASHIMA-WHALENCredential: MD
Location Address728 COBB STAthens, GA 30606-2942
Mailing Address728 Cobb StAthens, GA 30606-2942 · (706) 548-3109 · Fax (706) 543-4439
Phone(706) 548-3109
Fax(706) 543-4439
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 2014
✔ NPI 1033172382 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 060776
Definition
A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
728 COBB ST, Athens, GA 30606
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Lauren S Whalen Md

Other Identifiers 5

Medicare NSC1033172382GA
Medicare PIN511I070073GA
Other513522GA · Wellcare
Other1437298957GA · Group Npi
Medicaid457017490AGA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Lauren S Nagashima-whalen Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
134 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
128 services123 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
77 services72 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
68 services66 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
A biopsy of a skin growth involves taking a small sample of the growth to examine it under a microscope. This helps determine if the growth is harmful. The procedure is typically quick, with minimal discomfort. It's a crucial step in ensuring your skin's health.
51 services51 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
49 services45 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30606 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.23 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $20.80 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.89 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $16.72 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
100%468 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
91%33 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
50%767 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Provide Patient Access
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…
62%767 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
5%767 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DAVID S LOCKMAN MD
Dermatology
728 COBB ST
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-3019
MS. LETITIA BELINDA ANDERSON ANP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
728 COBB ST
ATHENS, GA 30606
Clarke County (706) 548-3019

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lauren Nagashima-whalen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Nagashima-whalen is 1033172382. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Lauren S Whalen MD.

Where is Lauren Nagashima-whalen located?

Lauren Nagashima-whalen practices at 728 Cobb St, Athens, GA 30606. The listed phone number is (706) 548-3109.

What is Lauren Nagashima-whalen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology with taxonomy code 207N00000X.

Is Lauren Nagashima-whalen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Nagashima-whalen is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauren Nagashima-whalen was last updated on December 2, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.