Mark Allen Bechtel, MD
Mark Allen Bechtel is a Dermatology specialist based in Gahanna, OH with over 49 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 49 years in dermatology, Mark Allen Bechtel, MD is a long-established dermatologist in Gahanna. He has been in practice for 49+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 95.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
540 Officenter Pl Ste 240, Gahanna, OH 43230-5317
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Ohio on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202395.31/100
Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in OhioHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better90.9%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.1 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,473
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
1,186
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,654
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.06M
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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 (+2%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ 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.
Board certified · Jun 30, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
49 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Mailing address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
Differs from practice location
Virtual Dermatology Care With Mark Allen Bechtel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mark Allen Bechtel for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Gahanna 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 Mark Allen Bechtel
NPI records show Dr. Bechtel as active with telehealth listed in Gahanna, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (614) 293-1707.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mark Allen Bechtel
Practice Location
540 Officenter Pl Ste 240, Gahanna, OH 43230-5317
Mailing Address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
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