Lisa Kimberly Pappas-Taffer, MD
Lisa Kimberly Pappas-Taffer is a Dermatology specialist based in Philadelphia, PA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Lisa Kimberly Pappas-Taffer, MD specializes in dermatology, serving patients in Philadelphia, PA in group practice. Trained at Wayne State University School of Medicine (class of 2008), she has been practicing for over 18 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.49/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 57% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 49% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
3400 Civic Center Blvd. 1-330s Perelman Center, Philadelphia, PA 19104
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Pennsylvania, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202385.49/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.9 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.1%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+6.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
169
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
175
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
853
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $522k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2008
Wayne State University School of Medicine
18 years in practice
Experienced
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.
Taxonomy: 207N00000X
Education & Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 2008)
Virtual Dermatology Care With Lisa Kimberly Pappas-Taffer
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lisa Kimberly Pappas-Taffer for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Philadelphia required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lisa Kimberly Pappas-Taffer
Dr. Pappas-Taffer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Philadelphia, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (215) 662-2737.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lisa Kimberly Pappas-Taffer
Practice Location
3400 Civic Center Blvd. 1-330s Perelman Center, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Mailing Address
3400 Civic Center Blvd. 1-330s Perelman Center, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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