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FOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C.
NPI 1518480136
Dermatology in Bethesda, MD

Active since July 25, 2017CLIA 09D0972322 · Microscopy
8134 OLD GEORGETOWN RD, BETHESDA, MD 20814(301) 657-7801(301) 657-7806 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

Record update history: May 17, 2018, Mar 20, 2018, Mar 17, 2018 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2017).

About Forefront Dermatology, S.c. NPPES

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

FOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C. (NPI 1518480136) is a healthcare organization registered as a dermatology in Bethesda, Maryland and active in the NPI registry since July 2017. The organization holds a CLIA Microscopy certificate valid through April 4, 2028, maintains a secondary practice location in Washington, and lists Betsy J Wernli, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518480136
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Legal Business NameFOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C.
Location Address8134 OLD GEORGETOWN RDBethesda, MD 20814
Mailing Address801 York StManitowoc, WI 54220-4630
Phone(301) 657-7801
Fax(301) 657-7806
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialBetsy J WernliPresident · (920) 482-0671
Enumeration DateJuly 25, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateMay 17, 20185 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1518480136 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ 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
Also ListedDermatology · Procedural DermatologyTaxonomy 207NS0135X
8134 OLD GEORGETOWN RD, Bethesda, MD 20814
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12440 M St NW Ste 313Washington, DC 20037-1449 · Phone (202) 775-1792 · Fax (202) 775-0494

Group Practice 1

Group TaxonomyThis provdier is a business group of one or more individual practitioners, all of who practice with the same area of specialization.193400000X SINGLE SPECIALTY GROUP

Accepted Insurance

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CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) 09D0972322

Forefront Dermatology, Sc · Washington, DC
Active · expires Apr 4, 2028
CLIA Number09D0972322
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateApril 5, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateApril 4, 2028
Laboratory DirectorDr. Giannelli Vincenzo
Laboratory Phone(202) 775-1792
Laboratory LocationForefront Dermatology, Sc2440 M Street, NW Suite 313, Washington, DC 20037
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory in which a physician, midlevel practitioner or dentist performs no tests other than the microscopy procedures. This certificate permits the laboratory to also perform waived tests.

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 1518480136. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on July 25, 2017.

Where is Forefront Dermatology, S.C. located?

Forefront Dermatology, S.C. is located at 8134 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814. The listed phone number is (301) 657-7801.

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

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

Does Forefront Dermatology, S.C. hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) (number 09D0972322) is associated with this NPI, valid through April 4, 2028. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

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

Health plans from AvMed 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 May 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.