VERONICA MERELO ALCOCER MD
NPI 1689193070
Pathology - Dermatopathology in Lancaster, PA

Active since September 17, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, LANCASTER, PA 17601(717) 824-3007 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 6, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 6, 2022, Sep 17, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Veronica Merelo Alcocer Md NPPES

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

VERONICA MERELO ALCOCER MD (NPI 1689193070) is an individual dermatopathology provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD472428) and active in the NPI registry since September 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1689193070
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZD0900X
Provider Legal NameVERONICA MERELO ALCOCERCredential: MD
Location Address2106 HARRISBURG PIKELancaster, PA 17601-2644
Mailing Address1542 Woodhaven DrHummelstown, PA 17036-8961 · (305) 904-3146
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateSeptember 17, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateMay 6, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 6, 2022
NPI 1689193070 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZD0900X
License Licensed in PA · MD472428
Definition
A dermatopathologist is an expert in diagnosing and monitoring 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 light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License MT212861 (PA)
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, Lancaster, PA 17601

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

Veronica Merelo Alcocer 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 ID1658772504
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210629002444
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 5

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.
3,868 services2,174 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.
187 services172 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.
76 services71 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.
74 services66 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.
35 services33 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17601 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
$126.34 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $31.58 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

99.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost99.64

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Urology
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUITE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Urology
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUITE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Urology
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUTE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUITE 1
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUITE 301
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Pediatrics
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUITE 1
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics)
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUITE 1
LANCASTER, PA 17601
Pediatrics
2106 HARRISBURG PIKE, SUITE 1
LANCASTER, PA 17601

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 Veronica Merelo Alcocer's NPI number?

The NPI number for Veronica Merelo Alcocer is 1689193070. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 17, 2017.

Where is Veronica Merelo Alcocer located?

Veronica Merelo Alcocer practices at 2106 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. The listed phone number is (717) 824-3007.

What is Veronica Merelo Alcocer's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ZD0900X.

Is Veronica Merelo Alcocer enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Veronica Merelo Alcocer 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 Veronica Merelo Alcocer was last updated on May 6, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.