DR. RICHARD GORDON PFAU MD
NPI 1518935485
Dermatology - Dermatopathology in Glen Burnie, MD

Active since March 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
810 LANDMARK DR STE 117-119, GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061(410) 766-0111(410) 582-9155 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 3, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Richard Gordon Pfau Md NPPES

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

DR. RICHARD GORDON PFAU MD (NPI 1518935485) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Glen Burnie, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0029194) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Temple University School Of Medicine (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518935485
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ND0900X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICHARD GORDON PFAUCredential: MD
Location Address810 LANDMARK DR STE 117-119Glen Burnie, MD 21061-4987
Mailing Address7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 200Glen Burnie, MD 21061 · (410) 766-0111 · Fax (410) 582-9155
Fax(410) 582-9155
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTemple University School Of MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateMarch 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 3, 2018
NPI 1518935485 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyDermatology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ND0900X
License Licensed in MD · D0029194
Definition
A dermatopathologist has the expertise to diagnose and monitor diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings and smears of skin lesions by means of routine and special (electron and fluorescent) microscopes.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License D0029194 (MD)
810 LANDMARK DR STE 117-119, Glen Burnie, MD 21061

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid339061603MD

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

Dr. Richard Gordon Pfau 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 ID42201667
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040521000958
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 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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
10,434 services7,053 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
382 services271 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
301 services277 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
225 services214 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
149 services77 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue including interpretation and report 88313
Special stained specimen slides are used to examine tissue samples. This involves applying special dyes to the tissue, which helps to highlight certain features under a microscope. The findings are then interpreted and a report is provided. This can aid in diagnosing various health conditions.
14 services13 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21061 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
$94.08 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $23.52 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$75.47 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $18.86 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
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.

100/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Melanoma Reporting
Pathology reports for primary malignant cutaneous melanoma that include the pT category and a statement on thickness and ulceration and for pT1, mitotic rate
100%152 patients
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.

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 Richard Pfau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Richard Pfau is 1518935485. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 8, 2006.

Where is Richard Pfau located?

Richard Pfau practices at 810 Landmark Dr Ste 117-119, Glen Burnie, MD 21061. The listed phone number is (410) 766-0111.

What is Richard Pfau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ND0900X.

Is Richard Pfau enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Richard Pfau 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 Richard Pfau was last updated on April 3, 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.