CHARLES B. FISHMAN M.D.
NPI 1194825752
Dermatology in San Luis Obispo, CA

Active since September 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1551 BISHOP ST, SUITE 410, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401(805) 541-4180(805) 541-2542 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Charles B. Fishman M.d. NPPES

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

CHARLES B. FISHMAN M.D. (NPI 1194825752) is an individual dermatology provider in San Luis Obispo, California, licensed in California (C 31365) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (1968).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194825752
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameCHARLES B. FISHMANCredential: M.D.
Location Address1551 BISHOP ST, SUITE 410San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4635
Mailing Address1551 Bishop St, Suite 410San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4635 · (805) 541-4180 · Fax (805) 541-2542
Fax(805) 541-2542
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 1968
Enumeration DateSeptember 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
NPI 1194825752 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License Licensed in CA · C 31365
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.

1551 BISHOP ST, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare UPINA34547CA
OtherW18438CA · Medicare Group #
OtherWC31365ACA · Ppin #

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

Charles B. Fishman 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 ID7517919012
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050215001145
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 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.
372 services78 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.
295 services195 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.
165 services111 patients
Therapy procedure using ultraviolet radiation with tar or petroleum jelly application 96910
This therapy involves applying tar or petroleum jelly on the skin, followed by exposure to ultraviolet radiation. It helps in treating skin conditions by slowing cell growth and reducing inflammation. It's a safe, controlled process, often used for conditions like psoriasis.
108 services11 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.
100 services83 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.
41 services36 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 93401 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
$91.64 typical visit price
range $59.84 – $178.89
Typical copayment $22.91 (range $14.96 – $44.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.24 typical visit price
range $19.70 – $146.55
Typical copayment $18.56 (range $4.92 – $36.63)
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

Care Plan
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…
56%592 patients3/55-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.
86%1,087 patients3/55-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.
94%288 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.
91%808 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
44%592 patients2/55-star benchmark: 95%
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…
91%808 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Specialist
1551 BISHOP ST, SUITE 420
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Internal Medicine
1551 BISHOP ST, SUITE 160
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1551 BISHOP ST
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
1551 BISHOP ST, SUITE 230
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Registered Nurse (Women's Health Care, Ambulatory)
1551 BISHOP ST, SUITE 240
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Registered Nurse
1551 BISHOP ST, STE A160
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1551 BISHOP ST, SUITE C-320
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401
Dentist (Endodontics)
1551 BISHOP ST, 440
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401

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 Charles Fishman's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Fishman is 1194825752. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 24, 2006.

Where is Charles Fishman located?

Charles Fishman practices at 1551 Bishop St Suite 410, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. The listed phone number is (805) 541-4180.

What is Charles Fishman's specialty?

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

Is Charles Fishman enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Fishman 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 Charles Fishman was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.