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DR. CHARLES W KARESH M.D.
NPI 1497881619
Internal Medicine in Germantown, MD

Active since February 23, 2007PECOS Enrolled
20410 OBSERVATION DR 210, GERMANTOWN, MD 20876(301) 869-9776(301) 417-4947 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 22, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 30, 2026.

About Dr. Charles W Karesh M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHARLES W KARESH M.D. (NPI 1497881619) is an individual internal medicine provider in Germantown, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0021726) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497881619
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHARLES W KARESHCredential: M.D.
Location Address20410 OBSERVATION DR 210Germantown, MD 20876-6422
Mailing Address15825 Shady Grove Rd 140Rockville, MD 20850-4015 · (301) 869-9776 · Fax (301) 417-4947
Phone(301) 869-9776
Fax(301) 417-4947
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateFebruary 23, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 22, 2015
✔ NPI 1497881619 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MD · D0021726
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.
20410 OBSERVATION DR 210, Germantown, MD 20876
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN118096DC
Medicare UPINC61942MD

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. Charles W Karesh 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 10

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 nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
196 services83 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.
83 services62 patients
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 50 minutes or more 99306
An initial nursing facility visit is your first meeting with your healthcare team at a nursing facility. Lasting typically 45 minutes, this appointment involves a comprehensive health assessment and the creation of your personalized care plan. It's a crucial step to ensure your health and well-being.
63 services63 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
57 services43 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
53 services53 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
41 services41 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 20876 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
$147.85 typical visit price
range $65.18 – $194.86
Typical copayment $36.96 (range $16.29 – $48.71)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$113.72 typical visit price
range $21.40 – $158.88
Typical copayment $28.43 (range $5.35 – $39.72)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
8 suppliers18 claims72 services$6.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
5 suppliers11 claims31 services$1.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy skin barrier, with flange (solid, flexible or accordion), extended wear, without built-in convexity, 4 x 4 inches or smaller, each A4409
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier30 claims325 services$5.24 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy pouch, drainable; for use on barrier with non-locking flange, with filter (2 piece system), each A4425
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier11 claims110 services$3.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Ostomy pouch, drainable; for use on barrier with flange (2 piece system), each A5063
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
1 supplier18 claims290 services$2.34 avg. paid by Medicare
Skin barrier, wipes or swabs, each A5120
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF010N
2 suppliers13 claims425 services$0.22 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

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

MADAN S BANGALORE M.D.
Internal Medicine
20410 OBSERVATION DR 210
GERMANTOWN, MD 20876
Montgomery County (301) 869-9776

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 Charles Karesh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Charles Karesh is 1497881619. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 23, 2007.

Where is Charles Karesh located?

Charles Karesh practices at 20410 Observation Dr 210, Germantown, MD 20876. The listed phone number is (301) 869-9776.

What is Charles Karesh's specialty?

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

Is Charles Karesh enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Charles Karesh is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Charles Karesh was last updated on October 22, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.