FOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C.
NPI 1083485510
Dermatology in Norton Shores, MI

Active since January 12, 2024
6225 PRAIRIE ST, NORTON SHORES, MI 49444(231) 798-9500(231) 798-9533 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 12, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Forefront Dermatology, S.c. NPPES

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

FOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C. (NPI 1083485510), doing business as Lakeshore Dermatology Laser & Medical Spa, A Forefront Dermatology Pr, is a healthcare organization registered as a dermatology in Norton Shores, Michigan and active in the NPI registry since January 2024. The organization maintains a secondary practice location in Grand Rapids and lists Betsy J Wernli, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083485510
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Legal Business NameFOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C.
Location Address6225 PRAIRIE STNorton Shores, MI 49444-7831
Mailing Address801 York StManitowoc, WI 54220-4630 · (920) 663-9008 · Fax (920) 684-1439
Fax(231) 798-9533
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialBetsy J WernliPresident · (920) 482-0671
Enumeration DateJanuary 12, 2024
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 12, 2024
✔ NPI 1083485510 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
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 · MOHS-Micrographic SurgeryTaxonomy 207ND0101X
6225 PRAIRIE ST, Norton Shores, MI 49444

Other Names 1

Doing Business AsLakeshore Dermatology Laser & Medical Spa, A Forefront Dermatology Pr

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1650 3 Mile Rd NW Ste 100Grand Rapids, MI 49544-1624 · Phone (616) 784-9300 · Fax (616) 784-9308

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provider is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, who practice with different areas of specialization.193200000X MULTI-SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Forefront Dermatology, S.c. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

29

Medicare enrollment records show 29 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Forefront Dermatology, S.C., which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Of these, 4 practice at this address and 5 within 10 miles. Listed here are the 20 practicing nearest to this location.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 3

Dermatology26
Nurse Practitioner2
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery1

Nearest to this location (20)

See all 29
Dermatology
NPI 1891708590
6225 PRAIRIE ST
Norton Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Dermatology
NPI 1750303079
6225 PRAIRIE ST
Norton Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Dermatology
NPI 1821117656
6225 PRAIRIE STREET
North Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Dermatology
NPI 1508954330
6225 PRAIRIE ST
Norton Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts MedicareSame address
Dermatology
NPI 1306289574
1600 S BEACON BLVD STE 160
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 268-2001
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare6.4 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1437380102
2525 E PARIS AVE SE STE 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 678-2070
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare36 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1376924902
2525 E PARIS AVE SE STE 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 678-2070
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare36 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1154043289
2525 E PARIS AVE SE STE 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 678-2070
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare36 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1265648299
535 S BURDICK ST STE 256
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 290-1901
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare66 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1316504251
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare90 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1689932261
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare90 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1699429175
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS90 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1346689700
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare90 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1467574343
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare90 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1134546021
420 N MAIN ST STE 600
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 385-7255
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare125 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1417154006
420 N MAIN ST STE 600
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 385-7255
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare125 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1124145040
1400 SCHEURING RD
De Pere, WI 54115
(920) 964-0229
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare130 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1578569463
305 E EISENHOWER PKWY STE 320
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 800-2055
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare140 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1588191951
305 E EISENHOWER PKWY STE 320
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 800-2005
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare140 mi
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
NPI 1770847667
32000 TELEGRAPH RD
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
(248) 270-5272
✔ PECOS155 mi
See all 29 clinicians

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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 Forefront Dermatology, S.C.'s NPI number?

The NPI number for Forefront Dermatology, S.C. is 1083485510. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on January 12, 2024. The provider is doing business as Lakeshore Dermatology Laser & Medical Spa, A Forefront Dermatology Pr.

Where is Forefront Dermatology, S.C. located?

Forefront Dermatology, S.C. is located at 6225 Prairie St, Norton Shores, MI 49444. The listed phone number is (231) 798-9500.

What is Forefront Dermatology, S.C.'s specialty?

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

Is Forefront Dermatology, S.C. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Forefront Dermatology, S.C. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Forefront Dermatology, S.C.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 29 clinicians in 3 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Forefront Dermatology, S.C.. A reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Dermatology (26), Nurse Practitioner (2) and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1). Of these, 4 practice at this address and 5 within 10 miles. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

What insurance does Forefront Dermatology, S.C. accept?

Health plans from Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc, Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc. and Cigna Healthcare list Forefront Dermatology, S.C. as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Forefront Dermatology, S.C. was last updated on January 12, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.