CATHERINE T. LUCAS MD
NPI 1841240363
Dermatology in Northport, AL

Active since May 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
100/100
CMS Quality Rating
4410 WATERMELON RD, NORTHPORT, AL 35473(205) 345-1520(205) 345-1761 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Catherine T. Lucas Md NPPES

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

CATHERINE T. LUCAS MD (NPI 1841240363) is an individual dermatology provider in Northport, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (25768) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2002).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1841240363
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207N00000X
Provider Legal NameCATHERINE T. LUCASCredential: MD
Location Address4410 WATERMELON RDNorthport, AL 35473-5204
Mailing Address4410 Watermelon RdNorthport, AL 35473-5204 · (205) 345-1520 · Fax (205) 345-1761
Fax(205) 345-1761
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2002
Enumeration DateMay 12, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 2016
NPI 1841240363 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyDermatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207N00000X
License Licensed in AL · 25768
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.
4410 WATERMELON RD, Northport, AL 35473

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid000162010AL
Medicare PIN1031077100AL
OtherP01430802AL · Medicare Railroad

Accepted Insurance

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

Catherine T. Lucas 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 ID9830100015
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060601000305
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 17

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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
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.
1,507 services237 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
617 services407 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"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.
444 services302 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth 11102
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.
364 services269 patients
Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth 11103
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.
207 services113 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
207 services162 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35473 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
$81.90 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $20.47 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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
Individually scored
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Reported Quality Measures

Provide Patients Electronic Access to Their Health Information
98%1,248 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 13

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

Dermatology
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473
Dermatology
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473
Dermatology
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473
Dermatology
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473
Dermatology
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473
Dermatology
4410 WATERMELON RD
NORTHPORT, AL 35473

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 Catherine Lucas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Catherine Lucas is 1841240363. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 12, 2006.

Where is Catherine Lucas located?

Catherine Lucas practices at 4410 Watermelon Rd, Northport, AL 35473. The listed phone number is (205) 345-1520.

What is Catherine Lucas's specialty?

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

Is Catherine Lucas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Catherine Lucas 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.

What insurance does Catherine Lucas accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and UnitedHealthcare list Catherine Lucas 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 Catherine Lucas was last updated on February 23, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.