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AFSHEEN ABDUL KARIM MD
NPI 1518173558
Family Medicine in Lancaster, PA

Active since May 15, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.54/100
CMS Quality Rating
2145 NOLL DIRVE, LANCASTER, PA 17603(717) 397-4921(717) 397-7170 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 10, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 10, 2020, Jul 27, 2017, Sep 29, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Afsheen Abdul Karim Md NPPES

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

AFSHEEN ABDUL KARIM MD (NPI 1518173558) is an individual family medicine provider in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD439987) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518173558
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameAFSHEEN ABDUL KARIMCredential: MD
Location Address2145 NOLL DIRVELancaster, PA 17603-7600
Mailing Address2145 Noll DrLancaster, PA 17603-7600 · (717) 397-4921 · Fax (717) 397-7170
Phone(717) 397-4921
Fax(717) 397-7170
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 15, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 10, 20203 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 10, 2020
✔ NPI 1518173558 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in PA · MD439987✔ Licensed in IL · 036122216
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 125051391 (IL)
2145 NOLL DIRVE, Lancaster, PA 17603
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Other Identifiers 4

Other050540914IL · Wghp Tax Id
Other26-2511919Tin
Medicaid036122216IL
OtherP00758138/CK6882IL · Rail Road Medicare

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Afsheen Abdul Karim 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 ID5991855884
PECOS Enrollment IDI20101209000692
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Afsheen Karim reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Pinnacle Health Medical Services
Same address
Family Medicine
2145 NOLL DR
Lancaster, PA 17603
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 1,902 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1134649304 (717) 397-4921
Pinnacle Health Regional Physicians
Same address
Cardiovascular Disease
2135 NOLL DR STE D
Lancaster, PA 17603
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Pennsylvania enrollment
  • 468 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1699295899 (717) 735-8150

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.
859 services176 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
277 services129 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.
119 services119 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.
106 services106 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.
62 services38 patients
Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008
The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.
50 services50 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Harrisburg, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390067
Location409 South Second StreetHarrisburg, PA 17104 · Dauphin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Lititz

Acute Care Hospitals · Lititz, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390068
Location1500 Highlands DriveLititz, PA 17543 · Lancaster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lancaster General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lancaster, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390100
Location555 North Duke StreetLancaster, PA 17602 · Lancaster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Memorial

Acute Care Hospitals · York, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390101
Location1701 Innovation DriveYork, PA 17408 · York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17603 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
$84.88 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

82.54/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality76.62
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost65.18

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

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
10 suppliers29 claims79 services$5.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Lancets, per box of 100 A4259
DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N
9 suppliers19 claims32 services$0.84 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
1 supplier19 claims19 services$37.27 avg. paid by Medicare
Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$13.51 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers19 claims19 services$195.04 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 Afsheen Karim's NPI number?

The NPI number for Afsheen Karim is 1518173558. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 15, 2007.

Where is Afsheen Karim located?

Afsheen Karim practices at 2145 Noll Dirve, Lancaster, PA 17603. The listed phone number is (717) 397-4921.

What is Afsheen Karim's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Afsheen Karim enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Afsheen Karim 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Afsheen Karim's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Afsheen Karim reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Pinnacle Health Medical Services (Lancaster, PA) and Pinnacle Health Regional Physicians (Lancaster, PA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Afsheen Karim's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Afsheen Karim affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Afsheen Karim is affiliated with Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals, Upmc Lititz, Lancaster General Hospital and Upmc Memorial.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Afsheen Karim was last updated on June 10, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.