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MICHAEL CONTRERAS MD
NPI 1457367013
Dermatology in Glendale, CO

Active since August 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
89.17/100
CMS Quality Rating
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600, GLENDALE, CO 80246(303) 355-3000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 25, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 25, 2026, Mar 17, 2018, Nov 17, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Michael Contreras Md NPPES

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

MICHAEL CONTRERAS MD (NPI 1457367013) is an individual dermatology provider in Glendale, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (48593) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457367013
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL CONTRERASCredential: MD
Location Address4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600Glendale, CO 80246-1500
Mailing Address4500 E Cherry Creek South Dr Ste 600Glendale, CO 80246-1500 · (303) 355-3000
Phone(303) 355-3000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of New Mexico School Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateAugust 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 25, 20263 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 25, 2026
✔ NPI 1457367013 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License✔ Licensed in CO · 48593
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.
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600, Glendale, CO 80246
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Select Health.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael Contreras 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 ID4880625664
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100713000099
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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Michael Contreras reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Core Dermatology, PLLC
Same address
Dermatology
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600
Glendale, CO 80246
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 5 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1790255313 (303) 355-3000
Aboutskin Dermatology And Dermsurgery PC
6.1 mi
Specialist
5340 S. QUEBEC ST., SUITE 300
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366557795 (303) 756-7546

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 15

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.

Aminolevulinic acid hcl for topical administration, 10% gel, 10 mg J7345
Aminolevulinic acid hcl is a topical gel used to treat certain skin conditions. It works by making affected skin cells more sensitive to light, which is then used to destroy these cells. The gel is applied by a healthcare professional.
3,000 services15 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.
330 services220 patients
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.
308 services84 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.
183 services133 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.
111 services89 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.
101 services86 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80246 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
$89.43 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $22.35 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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.

89.17/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost63.92

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%81 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
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…
96%863 patients4/55-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.
97%1,487 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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%469 patients2/55-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.
93%2,806 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
83%865 patients4/55-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…
93%2,806 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Secure Messaging
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…
0%2,806 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%
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 5

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

DR. NICOLE A NEUSCHLER MD
Dermatology
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600
GLENDALE, CO 80246
Arapahoe County (303) 355-3000
DR. STEPHANIE FRANKEL MD
Dermatology
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600
GLENDALE, CO 80246
Arapahoe County (303) 355-3000
DR. GEORGETTE AMANDA HATTIER MD
Dermatology
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600
DENVER, CO 80246
Arapahoe County (303) 355-3000
DR. RENEE LYNN DOMOZYCH PRIDE MD
Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600
DENVER, CO 80246
Arapahoe County (303) 355-3000
CORE DERMATOLOGY, PLLC
Dermatology
4500 E CHERRY CREEK SOUTH DR STE 600
GLENDALE, CO 80246
Arapahoe County (303) 355-3000

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 Michael Contreras's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Contreras is 1457367013. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 1, 2006.

Where is Michael Contreras located?

Michael Contreras practices at 4500 E Cherry Creek South Dr Ste 600, Glendale, CO 80246. The listed phone number is (303) 355-3000.

What is Michael Contreras's specialty?

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

Is Michael Contreras enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Contreras 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 organizations bill Medicare for Michael Contreras's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Michael Contreras reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Core Dermatology, PLLC (Glendale, CO) and Aboutskin Dermatology And Dermsurgery PC (Greenwood Village, CO). Each 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 Michael Contreras's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Michael Contreras accept?

Health plans from Select Health list Michael Contreras 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 Michael Contreras was last updated on January 25, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months 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.