FOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C.
NPI 1538528633
Dermatology in Hastings, MI

Active since February 17, 2016CLIA 23D2086358 · Microscopy
1761 W M 43 HWY STE 2, HASTINGS, MI 49058(269) 945-5363(269) 945-0405 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 15, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 15, 2023, May 16, 2018, Mar 20, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Forefront Dermatology, S.c. NPPES

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

FOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C. (NPI 1538528633) is a healthcare organization registered as a dermatology in Hastings, Michigan and active in the NPI registry since February 2016. The organization holds a CLIA Microscopy certificate valid through November 2, 2028 and lists Betsy J Wernli, President, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1538528633
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Legal Business NameFOREFRONT DERMATOLOGY, S.C.
Location Address1761 W M 43 HWY STE 2Hastings, MI 49058-8567
Mailing Address801 York StManitowoc, WI 54220-4630 · (920) 663-9008 · Fax (920) 684-1439
Fax(269) 945-0405
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialBetsy J WernliPresident · (920) 482-0671
Enumeration DateFebruary 17, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 15, 20234 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 15, 2023
✔ NPI 1538528633 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ 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 · Procedural DermatologyTaxonomy 207NS0135X
1761 W M 43 HWY STE 2, Hastings, MI 49058

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment and the clinicians who bill Medicare through this organization, from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Forefront Dermatology, S.c. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Clinicians Billing Medicare Through This Organization

29

Medicare enrollment records show 29 clinicians reassign Medicare billing to Forefront Dermatology, S.C., which bills Medicare for the services they deliver. Listed here are the 20 practicing nearest to this location.

Clinicians by Medicare Specialty 3

Dermatology26
Nurse Practitioner2
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery1

Nearest to this location (20)

See all 29
Dermatology
NPI 1376924902
2525 E PARIS AVE SE STE 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 678-2070
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare22 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1154043289
2525 E PARIS AVE SE STE 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 678-2070
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare22 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1437380102
2525 E PARIS AVE SE STE 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 678-2070
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare22 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1265648299
535 S BURDICK ST STE 256
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 290-1901
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare27 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1467574343
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare43 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1316504251
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare43 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1689932261
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare43 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1699429175
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS43 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1346689700
2601 COOLIDGE RD STE 200
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 203-3000
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare43 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1306289574
1600 S BEACON BLVD STE 160
Grand Haven, MI 49417
(616) 268-2001
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare53 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1891708590
6225 PRAIRIE ST
Norton Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare56 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1750303079
6225 PRAIRIE ST
Norton Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare56 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1821117656
6225 PRAIRIE STREET
North Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare56 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1508954330
6225 PRAIRIE ST
Norton Shores, MI 49444
(231) 798-9500
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare56 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1134546021
420 N MAIN ST STE 600
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 385-7255
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare71 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1417154006
420 N MAIN ST STE 600
Chelsea, MI 48118
(734) 385-7255
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare71 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1578569463
305 E EISENHOWER PKWY STE 320
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 800-2055
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare85 mi
Nurse Practitioner
NPI 1588191951
305 E EISENHOWER PKWY STE 320
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 800-2005
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare85 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1174915532
305 E EISENHOWER PKWY STE 320
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 800-2055
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare85 mi
Dermatology
NPI 1265510390
4200 WHITEHALL DR STE 250
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
(734) 677-3376
✔ PECOS✔ Accepts Medicare88 mi
See all 29 clinicians

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

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) 23D2086358

Forefront Dermatology, S C · Hastings, MI
Active · expires Nov 2, 2028
CLIA Number23D2086358
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateNovember 3, 2026
Certificate Expiration DateNovember 2, 2028
Laboratory DirectorDavid M. Oberlin
Laboratory Phone(269) 945-5363
Laboratory LocationForefront Dermatology, S C1761 W M 43 Highway Suite 2, Hastings, MI 49058
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name 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 1538528633. It was assigned to this organization in the NPPES registry on February 17, 2016.

Where is Forefront Dermatology, S.C. located?

Forefront Dermatology, S.C. is located at 1761 W M 43 Hwy Ste 2, Hastings, MI 49058. The listed phone number is (269) 945-5363.

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

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

Is Forefront Dermatology, S.C. enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Forefront Dermatology, S.C. is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

How many clinicians bill Medicare through Forefront Dermatology, S.C.?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), 29 clinicians in 3 Medicare specialties reassign their Medicare billing to Forefront Dermatology, S.C.. A 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 the clinician's services. The largest specialties are Dermatology (26), Nurse Practitioner (2) and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1). Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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

Yes. A Certificate for Provider-Performed Microscopy Procedures (PPMP) (number 23D2086358) is associated with this NPI, valid through November 2, 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 Blue Care Network of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mutual Insurance Company, Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc, Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc. and Cigna Healthcare 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 February 15, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.