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DR. RACHEL GARNER M.D.
NPI 1063684579
Dermatology in Ithaca, NY

Active since March 25, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 33D2127568 · Microscopy
95.21/100
CMS Quality Rating
821 CLIFF ST STE 2, ITHACA, NY 14850(607) 379-6229(607) 379-6218 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 24, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 24, 2019, Feb 27, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Rachel Garner M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RACHEL GARNER M.D. (NPI 1063684579) is an individual dermatology provider in Ithaca, New York, licensed in New York (255340-1) and active in the NPI registry since March 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Microscopy certificate valid through March 14, 2027, and is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063684579
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. RACHEL GARNERCredential: M.D.
Location Address821 CLIFF ST STE 2Ithaca, NY 14850-2097
Mailing Address821 Cliff St Ste 2Ithaca, NY 14850-2097 · (607) 379-6229 · Fax (607) 379-6218
Phone(607) 379-6229
Fax(607) 379-6218
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateMarch 25, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 24, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1063684579 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 255340-1
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.
821 CLIFF ST STE 2, Ithaca, NY 14850
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Other Identifiers 1

Other81-4761740NY · Tax Id Number

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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Rachel Garner M.d. 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 ID8325276389
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140121000585
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) 33D2127568

Rachel Garner, MD · Ithaca, NY
Active · expires Mar 14, 2027
CLIA Number33D2127568
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateMarch 15, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateMarch 14, 2027
Laboratory DirectorDr. Rachel L. Garner
Laboratory Phone(607) 379-6228
Laboratory LocationRachel Garner, MD821 Cliff Street - Suite 2, Ithaca, NY 14850
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name
This certificate is issued to a laboratory in which a physician, midlevel practitioner or dentist performs no tests other than the microscopy procedures. This certificate permits the laboratory to also perform waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

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.
1,228 services254 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.
566 services482 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.
452 services347 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.
159 services141 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.
150 services112 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.
83 services76 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca

Acute Care Hospitals · Ithaca, NY
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330307
Location101 Dates DriveIthaca, NY 14850 · Tompkins County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 14850 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
$84.93 typical visit price
range $54.87 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.57 typical visit price
range $17.54 – $136.14
Typical copayment $17.14 (range $4.38 – $34.03)
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.

95.21/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.69
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

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%348 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%3,473 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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%2,267 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Health Information Exchange
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for…
2%89 patients1/55-star benchmark: 98%
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.
33%1,298 patients2/55-star benchmark: 100%
Patient-Centered Surgical Risk Assessment and Communication
Percentage of patients who underwent a non-emergency surgery who had their personalized risks of postoperative complications assessed by their surgical team prior to surgery using a clinical data-based, patient-specific risk calculator and who received…
100%60 patients5/55-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.
54%2,517 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
100%21 patients5/55-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…
52%2,517 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents
The percentage of adolescents 12 to 20 years of age with a primary care visit during the measurement year for whom tobacco use status was documented and received help with quitting if identified as a tobacco user
100%120 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.

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 Rachel Garner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rachel Garner is 1063684579. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 25, 2008.

Where is Rachel Garner located?

Rachel Garner practices at 821 Cliff St Ste 2, Ithaca, NY 14850. The listed phone number is (607) 379-6229.

What is Rachel Garner's specialty?

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

Is Rachel Garner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rachel Garner 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.

Does Rachel Garner hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) (number 33D2127568) is associated with this NPI, valid through March 14, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

Is Rachel Garner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rachel Garner is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rachel Garner was last updated on January 24, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.