Physician Profile
Lawrence M. Wells, MD
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Wells
Lawrence M. Wells, MD is a healthcare provider in Hollis Hills, NY specializing in dermatology. Lawrence trained at Hahnemann University College of Medicine, graduating in 1969. According to Medicare claims data, Lawrence cared for 1,171 Medicare patients across 6,048 services. The services billed most often include biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth, destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths, and biopsy of related skin growth, first growth.
Summarised automatically from public NPI registry and CMS Medicare data. Not written or reviewed by this provider. Claim this profile to replace it.
Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
Exactly as CMS reports it (National Downloadable File, Opt-Out Affidavits, Order & Referring). Not an insurance directory; confirm coverage with the office.
Contact Information
- (718) 464-2626
- Email not available
Practice Locations
20917 UNION TURNPIKE
Hollis Hills, NY 11364
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Dermatology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
- Acne
- Eczema
- Hair loss
- Melanoma
- Precancerous sun spot
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Skin cancer
Acne and follicular disorders
- Folliculitis
- Hidradenitis suppurativa
Eczema and inflammatory skin disease
- Seborrheic dermatitis
Infections and infestations
- Cellulitis
- Foot fungus
- Herpes simplex of the skin
- Molluscum contagiosum
- Scabies
- Shingles
- Warts
Pigment, growths, and benign lesions
- Melasma
- Seborrheic keratosis
Skin cancer
- Basal cell skin cancer
- Squamous cell skin cancer
Urticaria, itch, and vascular
- Chronic itching
- Excessive sweating
- Hives
Autoimmune and connective tissue
- Vitiligo
Infections
- Ringworm
Rashes & allergy
- Poison Ivy
Skin growths
- Keloid scars
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- Botox
- Chemical peel
- Laser hair removal
- Microneedling
- Mole removal
- Skin cancer screening
Diagnostic procedures
- Patch testing
- Skin biopsy
Lesion treatment
- Complex skin lesion excision
- Cryotherapy for skin lesions
- Electrodesiccation and curettage
- Incision and drainage of an abscess
Medical dermatology treatment
- Botulinum toxin treatment for excessive sweating
Cosmetic
- Acne scar treatment
- Dermal fillers
- Sclerotherapy
- Tattoo removal
Cosmetic and minor surgery
- Sun spot removal
Cosmetic dermatology
- Laser skin resurfacing
- Laser treatment of vascular lesions
Diagnostic
- Mole mapping
- Skin scraping test
General dermatology
- Biologic drug management
- Cortisone shot for cysts
Infections
- Wart Removal
Medical dermatology
- Light Therapy
Nails & hair
- Ingrown toenail removal
Skin cancer surgery
- Mohs surgery
Skin growths
- Cyst Removal
- Lipoma removal
- Skin Tag Removal
- Steroid injection for keloids
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
6,048 services · 1,171 patients · 18 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth | Procedure | 11103 |
2,933 |
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths | Procedure | 17004 |
977 |
| Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | Procedure | 11102 |
803 |
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | Procedure | 17003 |
167 |
| Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | Procedure | 17110 |
132 |
| Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 0.5 cm or less | Procedure | 11300 |
94 |
| Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | Procedure | 17000 |
76 |
| Destruction of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm | Procedure | 17282 |
63 |
| Complicated or multiple drainage of skin abscess | Procedure | 10061 |
49 |
| Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm | Procedure | 17262 |
46 |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Trained at Hahnemann University College of Medicine 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1969 at Hahnemann University College of Medicine 3
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth 8
Providers in NY who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What does Dr. Wells specialize in?
Dr. Wells is a dermatologist (skin doctor) in Hollis Hills, NY. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Dermatology”.
NPI registry
Where is Dr. Wells located?
Dr. Wells is listed at 20917 Union Turnpike, Hollis Hills, NY 11364. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Wells's phone number?
The number on file is (718) 464-2626. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is Dr. Wells's NPI number?
Dr. Wells's National Provider Identifier is 1316920846. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
Where did Dr. Wells go to medical school?
Dr. Wells attended Hahnemann University College of Medicine, graduating in 1969. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How long has Dr. Wells been practicing?
Dr. Wells has 57 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 1969, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What does Dr. Wells do most often?
According to Medicare billing data, Dr. Wells performs procedures including biopsy of related skin growth, each additional growth, destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths and biopsy of related skin growth, first growth, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Has Dr. Wells confirmed this information?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Dr. Wells. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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