KARL B KERN MD
NPI 1336248616
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Tucson, AZ
NPI Status: Active since September 22, 2006
Contact Information
1501 N CAMPBELL AVE
TUCSON, AZ
ZIP 85724
Phone: (520) 694-8888
Fax: (520) 694-2565
- Individual
- Male
- Internal Medicine
- Cardiovascular Disease
About KARL KERN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Karl Kern, an internist established in Tucson, Arizona with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in cardiovascular disease . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1336248616 assigned on September 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RC0000X with license number 12910 (AZ). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 18 years ago.
- NPI
- 1336248616
- Provider Name
- KARL B KERN MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1501 N CAMPBELL AVE TUCSON, AZ 85724
- Location Phone
- (520) 694-8888
- Location Fax
- (520) 694-2565
- Mailing Address
- 2701 E ELVIRA RD RD TUCSON, AZ 85706
- Mailing Phone
- (520) 874-7400
- Mailing Fax
- (520) 694-2565
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 09-22-2006
- Last Update Date
- 06-06-2008
- Code Navigator
An internist like Karl Kern is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Internal Medicine Cardiovascular Disease
- Taxonomy Code
- 207RC0000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 12910
- License State
- AZ
- Taxonomy Description
- An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
Insurance Plans Accepted
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Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| D37129 | MEDICARE UPIN (02) | ||
| Z06WCGCR12 | MEDICARE PIN (08) | AZ | |
| 060020938 | OTHER (01) | AZ | RR MEDICARE |
| 265935 | MEDICAID (05) | AZ |
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only
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.
This service was performed 221 times for 188 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 33 times for 17 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 17 times for 16 patientsA routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
This service was performed 880 times for 483 patientsA routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1336248616, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 64. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 64 = 6).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 64 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1336248616, enumerated as an "individual" on September 22, 2006.
The provider is located at 1501 N CAMPBELL AVE TUCSON, AZ 85724 and the phone number is (520) 694-8888.
Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RC0000X and a focus in Cardiovascular Disease.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Railroad Medicare. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
