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KARTHIK A GANAPATHI MD, PHD
NPI 1033344148
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in San Francisco, CA

Active since May 19, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
74.46/100
CMS Quality Rating
505 PARNASSUS AVE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143(415) 476-1000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 17, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 17, 2018, Sep 19, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Karthik A Ganapathi Md, Phd NPPES

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

KARTHIK A GANAPATHI MD, PHD (NPI 1033344148) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (A142581) and active in the NPI registry since May 2009. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Buffalo, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1033344148
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameKARTHIK A GANAPATHICredential: MD, PHD
Location Address505 PARNASSUS AVESan Francisco, CA 94143-2204
Mailing Address74 Days Park, # 6Buffalo, NY 14201-2027 · (716) 882-2950
Phone(415) 476-1000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateMay 19, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 17, 20182 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1033344148 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License✔ Licensed in CA · A142581
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedPathology · HematologyTaxonomy 207ZH0000X · License A142581 (CA)
505 PARNASSUS AVE, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 174 Days Park, # 6Buffalo, NY 14201-2027 · Phone (716) 882-2950

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Karthik A Ganapathi Md, Phd 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 ID5991029662
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160805001264
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 10

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.

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.
434 services97 patients
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual 88360
Microscopic genetic analysis of a tumor involves examining your tumor's genes under a microscope. This helps identify specific genetic changes in the tumor cells. This information can aid in diagnosing, predicting disease progression, and determining the most effective treatment options.
123 services98 patients
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.
119 services96 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.
118 services109 patients
Bone marrow, smear interpretation 85097
Bone marrow smear interpretation is a procedure where a small sample of your bone marrow is taken and examined under a microscope. This helps doctors identify any abnormal cells or signs of diseases such as anemia, leukemia, or infections. It's a crucial step in diagnosing various blood disorders.
96 services89 patients
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere 88321
A surgical pathology consultation involves reviewing slides prepared at a different lab to confirm or clarify a diagnosis. It's a second opinion to ensure accuracy. A report with findings and interpretations is then provided for your doctor's reference.
30 services30 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94143 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
$153.83 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $38.45 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$119.48 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $29.87 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
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.

74.46/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Promoting Interoperability76
Improvement Activities40
Cost46.68

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.

CATHERINE RAMSDELL NNP
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal)
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-1000
DR. CLAUDIO ANDRES BRAVO CARRILLO M.D.
Internal Medicine (Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology)
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 502-4243
MAURICIO JALIFE BUCAY M.D
Hospitalist
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 750-4994
EMMA B SHAK M.D.
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 476-1528
DR. ADRIANA A.T. MARTIN M.D., PH.D.
Internal Medicine
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 514-7288
WILLIAM JAMES DEARDORFF
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
505 PARNASSUS AVE, 15 LONG
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 406-1417
KEERTHANA REDDY BANALA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 514-7288
ROBERT CHRISTIAN WENZ
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
505 PARNASSUS AVE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
San Francisco County (415) 353-8054

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 Karthik Ganapathi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karthik Ganapathi is 1033344148. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 19, 2009.

Where is Karthik Ganapathi located?

Karthik Ganapathi practices at 505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143. The listed phone number is (415) 476-1000.

What is Karthik Ganapathi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Karthik Ganapathi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karthik Ganapathi 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 Karthik Ganapathi was last updated on March 17, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.