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DR. VERA A CHOTZEN M.D.
NPI 1427166016
Dermatology - Procedural Dermatology in Sacramento, CA

Active since August 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3835 J ST, SACRAMENTO, CA 95816(916) 456-0400(916) 340-0621 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 6, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Vera A Chotzen M.d. NPPES

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

DR. VERA A CHOTZEN M.D. (NPI 1427166016) is an individual procedural dermatology provider in Sacramento, California, licensed in California (G72294) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of Medicine (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1427166016
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207NS0135X
Provider Legal NameDR. VERA A CHOTZENCredential: M.D.
Location Address3835 J STSacramento, CA 95816-5520
Mailing Address3835 J StSacramento, CA 95816-5520 · (916) 456-0400 · Fax (916) 340-0621
Phone(916) 456-0400
Fax(916) 340-0621
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Hawaii John A. Burns School Of MedicineGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 6, 2007
✔ NPI 1427166016 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatology · Procedural DermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207NS0135X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G72294
Definition
Procedural Dermatology, a subspecialty of Dermatology, encompassing a wide variety of surgical procedures and methods to remove or modify skin tissue for health or cosmetic benefit. These methods include scalpel surgery, laser surgery, chemical surgery, cryosurgery (liquid nitrogen), electrosurgery, aspiration surgery, liposuction, injection of filler substances, and Mohs micrographic controlled surgery (a special technique for the removal of growths, especially skin cancers).
3835 J ST, Sacramento, CA 95816
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicare PINZZZ14636Z
Medicare UPINF46834
Medicare PINOOG722940CA

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Vera A Chotzen 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 ID8628141306
PECOS Enrollment IDI20080715000282
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Vera Chotzen reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Laser & Skin Surgery Medical Group Inc
Same address
Procedural Dermatology
3835 J ST
Sacramento, CA 95816
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, California enrollment
  • 4 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1326150913 (916) 456-0400

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

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

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.
96 services22 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.
65 services53 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.
58 services53 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.
48 services39 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.
34 services30 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.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 95816 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
$92.61 typical visit price
range $60.44 – $180.85
Typical copayment $23.15 (range $15.11 – $45.21)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.03 typical visit price
range $19.88 – $148.15
Typical copayment $18.75 (range $4.97 – $37.03)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 4

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

DR. MARLA L. MCCLAREN M.D.
Dermatology (Procedural Dermatology)
3835 J ST
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Sacramento County (916) 456-0400
LASER & SKIN SURGERY MEDICAL GROUP INC
Dermatology (Procedural Dermatology)
3835 J ST
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Sacramento County (916) 456-0400
ALISON KANG M.D.
Dermatology
3835 J ST
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Sacramento County (916) 456-0400
SUSAN K SILVA MD
Dermatology (Procedural Dermatology)
3835 J ST
SACRAMENTO, CA 95816
Sacramento County (916) 456-0400

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 Vera Chotzen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Vera Chotzen is 1427166016. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2006.

Where is Vera Chotzen located?

Vera Chotzen practices at 3835 J St, Sacramento, CA 95816. The listed phone number is (916) 456-0400.

What is Vera Chotzen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in Procedural Dermatology, with taxonomy code 207NS0135X.

Is Vera Chotzen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Vera Chotzen 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Vera Chotzen's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Vera Chotzen reassigns Medicare benefits to Laser & Skin Surgery Medical Group Inc (Sacramento, CA). The 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 Vera Chotzen's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Vera Chotzen was last updated on December 6, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.