MR. PAUL LAWRENCE SMITH MD
NPI 1063480473
Dermatology in Santa Monica, CA

Active since March 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 990W, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404(310) 829-4484(310) 829-4481 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 4, 2010. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Mr. Paul Lawrence Smith Md NPPES

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

MR. PAUL LAWRENCE SMITH MD (NPI 1063480473) is an individual dermatology provider in Santa Monica, California, licensed in California (A21571) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine (1965).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063480473
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. PAUL LAWRENCE SMITHCredential: MD
Location Address2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 990WSanta Monica, CA 90404-2103
Mailing Address2001 Santa Monica Blvd, 990wSanta Monica, CA 90404-2102 · (310) 829-4484 · Fax (310) 829-4481
Fax(310) 829-4481
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Geffen School Of MedicineGraduated 1965
Enumeration DateMarch 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 4, 2010
NPI 1063480473 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License Licensed in CA · A21571
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.
Also ListedDermatology · DermatopathologyTaxonomy 207ND0900X · License A21571 (CA)
Also ListedDermatology · Procedural DermatologyTaxonomy 207NS0135X · License A21571 (CA)
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINW8759CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Paul Lawrence Smith Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4981696515
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040401001371
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 13

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.
3,919 services397 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.
1,679 services753 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
969 services422 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.
797 services455 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.
606 services410 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth 11103
A biopsy of related skin growth is a procedure where a small piece of skin growth is removed for testing. If additional growths are identified, they may also be biopsied. This helps in diagnosing skin conditions and planning appropriate treatment.
204 services155 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 90404 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
$96.36 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $24.09 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Reported Quality Measures

Biopsy Follow-Up
Percentage of new patients whose biopsy results have been reviewed and communicated to the primary care/referring physician and patient by the performing physician
100%27 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
100%24 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Psoriasis: Clinical Response to Oral Systemic or Biologic Medications
Percentage of psoriasis vulgaris patients receiving oral systemic or biologic therapy who meet minimal physician-or patient- reported disease activity levels.
100%26 patients
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 20

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

Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)
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Dermatology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 990W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Urology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 1165 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Family Medicine
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 1070
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Surgery
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, 460 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Dermatology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 990W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Dermatology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 1250 W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Urology
2001 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SUITE 590W
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404

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 Paul Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Smith is 1063480473. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 10, 2006.

Where is Paul Smith located?

Paul Smith practices at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd 990W, Santa Monica, CA 90404. The listed phone number is (310) 829-4484.

What is Paul Smith's specialty?

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

Is Paul Smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Smith is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Smith was last updated on June 4, 2010. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.