KAREN GERMANY CURRY MD
NPI 1144241167
Internal Medicine in Lafayette, LA

Active since July 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
87.37/100
CMS Quality Rating
LSU MEDICINE CLINIC, 2390 W CONGRESS STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA 70506(337) 261-6100 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 19, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Karen Germany Curry Md NPPES

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

KAREN GERMANY CURRY MD (NPI 1144241167) is an individual internal medicine provider in Lafayette, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (MD.021222) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics, and is a graduate of Other (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144241167
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameKAREN GERMANY CURRYCredential: MD
Location AddressLSU MEDICINE CLINIC, 2390 W CONGRESS STREETLafayette, LA 70506
Mailing Address1340 Poydras StNew Orleans, LA 70112-1221 · (504) 412-1860
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1991
Enumeration DateJuly 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateApril 19, 2017
NPI 1144241167 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in LA · MD.021222
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
LSU MEDICINE CLINIC, Lafayette, LA 70506

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified5W513
Medicare UPING17713
Medicaid1672289LA

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

Karen Germany Curry 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 ID9830128495
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050804000698
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 4

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
67 services30 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
28 services27 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
24 services23 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
15 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, LA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number190006
Location2390 West CongressLafayette, LA 70506 · Lafayette County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70506 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
$124.60 typical visit price
range $53.43 – $164.73
Typical copayment $31.15 (range $13.35 – $41.18)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.09 typical visit price
range $16.64 – $133.62
Typical copayment $23.77 (range $4.16 – $33.40)
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.

87.37/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality69.52
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost55.04

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Home ventilator, any type, used with non-invasive interface, (e.g., mask, chest shell) E0466
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$793.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

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

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
LSU MEDICINE CLINIC, 2390 W CONGRESS STREET
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
LSU MEDICINE CLINIC, 2390 W CONGRESS STREET
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
LSU MEDICINE CLINIC, 2390 W CONGRESS STREET
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Internal Medicine
LSU MEDICINE CLINIC, 2390 W CONGRESS STREET
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
LSU MEDICINE CLINIC, 2390 W CONGRESS STREET
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506

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 Karen Curry's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Curry is 1144241167. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 23, 2006.

Where is Karen Curry located?

Karen Curry practices at Lsu Medicine Clinic 2390 W Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70506. The listed phone number is (337) 261-6100.

What is Karen Curry's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Karen Curry enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Curry 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 Karen Curry accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and HMO Louisiana and 1 other insurer list Karen Curry 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.

Is Karen Curry affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Curry is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Curry was last updated on April 19, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.