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MR. MALEK S. KARASSI M.D.
NPI 1447273586
Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism in Birmingham, AL

Active since July 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.49/100
CMS Quality Rating
817 PRINCETON AVE. SW, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211(205) 787-2669(205) 787-2865 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Mr. Malek S. Karassi M.d. NPPES

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

MR. MALEK S. KARASSI M.D. (NPI 1447273586) is an individual endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism provider in Birmingham, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (21830) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447273586
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RE0101X
Provider Legal NameMR. MALEK S. KARASSICredential: M.D.
Location Address817 PRINCETON AVE. SWBirmingham, AL 35211
Mailing AddressPo Box 361627Hoover, AL 35236-1627 · (205) 787-2669 · Fax (205) 787-2865
Phone(205) 787-2669
Fax(205) 787-2865
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJuly 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 2017
✔ NPI 1447273586 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RE0101X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 21830
Definition
An internist who concentrates on disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary diseases and menstrual and sexual problems.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 21830 (AL)
817 PRINCETON AVE. SW, Birmingham, AL 35211
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified0515-03415
Medicare PIN51503415AL
Medicare UPING06561
Medicare UPING06561AL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Alabama 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

Mr. Malek S. Karassi M.d. 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 ID6507869138
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060821000105
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 11

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.
487 services256 patients
Continuous monitoring of blood sugar level in tissue fluid using sensor under skin with interpretation and report 95251
This procedure involves placing a small sensor under your skin to continuously monitor your blood sugar levels in tissue fluid. The data is interpreted and a report is generated to help manage your diabetes more effectively.
364 services166 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
306 services178 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) level 82947
A blood glucose level test measures the amount of sugar in your blood. It's often used to monitor and manage conditions like diabetes. High or low levels can indicate a health issue. The test is usually done by pricking your finger for a small blood sample.
109 services78 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
97 services63 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
71 services61 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35211 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.72 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $23.43 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

82.49/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored
Quality77.48
Improvement Activities40
Cost71.66

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Eye Exam
60%1,288 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Diabetes: Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) Poor Control (>9%)
Lower rates are better for this measure.
35%1,288 patients3/55-star benchmark: 91%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
99%5,433 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
88%2,040 patients4/55-star benchmark: 98%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Patients combinedPopulations: 92% · 1,520 patients
Patients screened: 93% · 1,520 patients
93%162 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients appropriateDiagnosis: 0% · 883 patients
Patients totalRate: 11% · 883 patients
11%883 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

Supplies for maintenance of insulin infusion catheter, per week A4224
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
4 suppliers116 claims2,258 services$18.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Supplies for external insulin infusion pump, syringe type cartridge, sterile, each A4225
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
3 suppliers115 claims4,071 services$2.30 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for adjunctive continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service A4238
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
2 suppliers56 claims56 services$169.57 avg. paid by Medicare
Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
41 suppliers120 claims412 services$6.45 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
29 suppliers64 claims106 services$1.10 avg. paid by Medicare
External ambulatory infusion pump, insulin E0784
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers87 claims87 services$283.71 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Malek Karassi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Malek Karassi is 1447273586. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 26, 2006.

Where is Malek Karassi located?

Malek Karassi practices at 817 Princeton Ave. SW, Birmingham, AL 35211. The listed phone number is (205) 787-2669.

What is Malek Karassi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, with taxonomy code 207RE0101X.

Is Malek Karassi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Malek Karassi 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 Malek Karassi accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama, Ambetter of Tennessee and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and 2 other insurers list Malek Karassi 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 Malek Karassi was last updated on February 23, 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.