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LAUREN CHRISTINA PORTAS MD
NPI 1316365661
Dermatology in Harrisburg, PA

Active since April 03, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.34/100
CMS Quality Rating
2201 FOREST HILLS DR STE 7, HARRISBURG, PA 17112(717) 652-5063(717) 671-9554 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 9, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 9, 2019, Jul 31, 2018, Jul 13, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2018).

About Lauren Christina Portas Md NPPES

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

LAUREN CHRISTINA PORTAS MD (NPI 1316365661) is an individual dermatology provider in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD465028) and active in the NPI registry since April 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals, and is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine (2014).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316365661
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameLAUREN CHRISTINA PORTASCredential: MD
Location Address2201 FOREST HILLS DR STE 7Harrisburg, PA 17112
Mailing Address2201 Forest Hills Dr Ste 7Harrisburg, PA 17112-1089 · (717) 652-5063 · Fax (717) 671-9554
Phone(717) 652-5063
Fax(717) 671-9554
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSPennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateApril 3, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 9, 20194 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1316365661 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD465028
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.
2201 FOREST HILLS DR STE 7, Harrisburg, PA 17112
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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

Lauren Christina Portas 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 ID7810110756
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180806000523
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 11

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.
982 services197 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.
747 services545 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.
386 services265 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.
217 services185 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.
112 services84 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.
63 services42 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Harrisburg, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390067
Location409 South Second StreetHarrisburg, PA 17104 · Dauphin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Milton S Hershey Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hershey, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390256
Location500 University DriveHershey, PA 17033 · Dauphin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17112 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

74.34/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality48.68
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report
96%53 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
95%3,546 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Melanoma: Continuity of Care - Recall System
93%123 patients
Melanoma: Coordination of Care
100%80 patients
Skin Cancer: Biopsy Reporting Time - Clinician to Patient
29%279 patients1/55-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

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

HEATHER LYNN MYCHAK PA-C
Physician Assistant
2201 FOREST HILLS DR STE 7
HARRISBURG, PA 17112
Dauphin County (717) 652-5063

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 Portas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Portas is 1316365661. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 3, 2014.

Where is Lauren Portas located?

Lauren Portas practices at 2201 Forest Hills Dr Ste 7, Harrisburg, PA 17112. The listed phone number is (717) 652-5063.

What is Lauren Portas's specialty?

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

Is Lauren Portas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lauren Portas 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.

Is Lauren Portas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lauren Portas is affiliated with Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals and Milton S Hershey Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauren Portas was last updated on August 9, 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.