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DR. SARA NICOLE KARNES MD
NPI 1174150023
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in New Orleans, LA

Active since March 23, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1542 TULANE AVE RM 231, NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112(504) 568-6004 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 12, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 12, 2022, Sep 18, 2020, Mar 23, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Sara Nicole Karnes Md NPPES

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

DR. SARA NICOLE KARNES MD (NPI 1174150023) is an individual psychiatry provider in New Orleans, Louisiana, licensed in Louisiana (323091) and active in the NPI registry since March 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174150023
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. SARA NICOLE KARNESCredential: MD
Location Address1542 TULANE AVE RM 231New Orleans, LA 70112-2865
Mailing Address1542 Tulane Ave Rm 231New Orleans, LA 70112-2865 · (504) 568-6004
Phone(504) 568-6004
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSLouisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateMarch 23, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 12, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 3, 2022
✔ NPI 1174150023 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in LA · 323091
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
1542 TULANE AVE RM 231, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid2525654LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Sara Nicole Karnes 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 ID9032533328
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240821000350
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 2

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.

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.
15 services11 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
11 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 70112 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
$170.30 typical visit price
range $55.50 – $170.30
Typical copayment $42.57 (range $13.87 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.44 typical visit price
range $17.42 – $138.03
Typical copayment $17.36 (range $4.35 – $34.50)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 2

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

SARAH ELIZABETH STUART DO
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1542 TULANE AVE RM 231
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Orleans Parish (504) 568-6004
DR. ERIC WILLIAM WEST MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
1542 TULANE AVE RM 231
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112
Orleans Parish (504) 412-1580

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 Sara Karnes's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sara Karnes is 1174150023. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 23, 2020.

Where is Sara Karnes located?

Sara Karnes practices at 1542 Tulane Ave Rm 231, New Orleans, LA 70112. The listed phone number is (504) 568-6004.

What is Sara Karnes's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Sara Karnes enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sara Karnes 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 Sara Karnes accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and 3 other insurers list Sara Karnes 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sara Karnes was last updated on July 12, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.