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DR. JOSEPH PETER KARPICZ M.D.
NPI 1144294935
Internal Medicine in Salem, MA

Active since February 16, 2006PECOS Enrolled
81 HIGHLAND AVE, SALEM, MA 01970(978) 741-1200 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph Peter Karpicz M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH PETER KARPICZ M.D. (NPI 1144294935) is an individual internal medicine provider in Salem, Massachusetts, licensed in Massachusetts (77878) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144294935
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH PETER KARPICZCredential: M.D.
Location Address81 HIGHLAND AVESalem, MA 01970-2714
Mailing Address52 Bartholomew StPeabody, MA 01960-6204 · (978) 531-3774
Phone(978) 741-1200
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateFebruary 16, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1144294935 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MA · 77878
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.
81 HIGHLAND AVE, Salem, MA 01970
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Other Identifiers 5

Other0026018MA · Neighborhood Health Plan
Other690976MA · Harvard Pilgrim First Sec
Medicaid3148904MA
Other3317291-006MA · Signa
Other406306MA · Tufts Secure Horizons

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 (PECOS)

Dr. Joseph Peter Karpicz M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 3

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.

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.
347 services332 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
34 services33 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
23 services23 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 01970 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
$134.47 typical visit price
range $58.86 – $177.36
Typical copayment $33.61 (range $14.71 – $44.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$103.48 typical visit price
range $19.11 – $144.84
Typical copayment $25.87 (range $4.77 – $36.21)
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.

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.

JOHN PATTI MD
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
81 HIGHLAND AVE
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 741-1200
SANDEEP MISHRA
Internal Medicine
81 HIGHLAND AVE, DEPT OF MEDICINE ( HOSPITALIST)
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 354-4727
MARGARET KILCZEWSKI NP
Registered Nurse
81 HIGHLAND AVE
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 354-7685
OLIVIA ANGELICHIO PA
Physician Assistant
81 HIGHLAND AVE
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 741-1200
WILFRED R LEWIS M.D.
Anesthesiology
81 HIGHLAND AVE, DEPT. ANESTHESIA,
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 354-3384
DR. ANTHONY J GUIDI M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology)
81 HIGHLAND AVE, PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 354-4161
MS. MEGHAN MARGARET CLEMENTS N.P.
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
81 HIGHLAND AVE
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 825-6294
MICHAEL GEORGE BURTON-WILLIAMS MD
Internal Medicine
81 HIGHLAND AVE
SALEM, MA 01970
Essex County (978) 825-7170

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 Joseph Karpicz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Karpicz is 1144294935. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 16, 2006.

Where is Joseph Karpicz located?

Joseph Karpicz practices at 81 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970. The listed phone number is (978) 741-1200.

What is Joseph Karpicz's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Karpicz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Karpicz is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Karpicz was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 24 days 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.