DR. DAVID G LATONI MALDONADO M.D.
NPI 1609911213
Dermatology in San Juan, PR

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

David Latoni Maldonado is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

• Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

• Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Biopsy of eyelid

A biopsy of the eyelid is a procedure where a small piece of tissue is taken from your eyelid for examination. It helps identify any abnormal growth like a lump or cyst. It's done under local anesthesia, so you won't feel pain during the process.

This service was performed 31 times for 25 patients

Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth

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.

This service was performed 180 times for 86 patients

Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth

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.

This service was performed 365 times for 159 patients

Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm

This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound in areas like the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, hands, or feet. The wound size ranges from 2.6-7.5 cm. The process includes cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound for proper healing.

This service was performed 27 times for 22 patients

Destruction of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm

This procedure involves the removal of a cancerous skin growth on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth that measures between 1.1 to 2.0 cm. It's done to prevent the spread of cancer and improve health.

This service was performed 25 times for 16 patients

Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm

This procedure involves removing a cancerous skin growth on the trunk, arms, or legs that is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm in size. The growth is destroyed using methods like surgery, laser, or freezing, aiming to eliminate cancer and prevent its spread.

This service was performed 49 times for 41 patients

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth

"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.

This service was performed 517 times for 174 patients

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths

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.

This service was performed 517 times for 174 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

This service was performed 421 times for 154 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes

This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.

This service was performed 44 times for 44 patients

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks

This procedure involves the careful removal of a growth from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to study its characteristics and determine the nature of the growth.

This service was performed 111 times for 59 patients

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks

This procedure involves the careful removal of abnormal growths from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any irregularities. The process may be carried out in multiple stages for thorough examination.

This service was performed 84 times for 53 patients

Repair of wound of eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by transferring skin, 10.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves repairing a wound on the eyelids, nose, ears, or lips by moving a small piece of skin (10.0 sq cm or less) from one area to another. The goal is to heal the wound and restore the function and appearance of the affected area.

This service was performed 37 times for 29 patients

Repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet by transferring skin, 10.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves repairing a wound on various body parts by transferring skin from another area. The transferred skin, up to 10.0 sq cm, helps to cover the wound, promoting healing and reducing scarring. It's a common method for treating larger or deeper wounds.

This service was performed 23 times for 20 patients

Simple or single drainage of skin abscess

A simple or single drainage of skin abscess is a procedure to remove pus from a skin infection. A small cut is made on the abscess, the pus is drained out, and the area is cleaned. This helps to reduce pain, speed up recovery, and prevent the spread of infection.

This service was performed 18 times for 17 patients

Physician Visit Costs

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 00909 ZIP code area.

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number

40D0876005

Facility Type

Physician Office

Certificate Effective Date

November 19, 2023

Certificate Expiration Date

November 18, 2025

Laboratory Director

DAVID G. LATONI MD

Certificate Type

Certificate of Compliance

Certificate Type Description

This CLIA certificate is issued to David Latoni Maldonado after an inspection that finds the laboratory to be in compliance with all applicable CLIA requirements. This type of certificate is issued to laboratories that perform nonwaived (moderate and/or high complexity) testing.

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