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MR. KARIM KARA M.D.
NPI 1548640980
Internal Medicine in Smyrna, GA

Active since June 01, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
92.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
562 CONCORD RD SE, SMYRNA, GA 30082(770) 384-9830(770) 384-9912 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 23, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 23, 2022, Aug 10, 2018, Jan 20, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Mr. Karim Kara M.d. NPPES

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

MR. KARIM KARA M.D. (NPI 1548640980) is an individual internal medicine provider in Smyrna, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (81081) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Morrow.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1548640980
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. KARIM KARACredential: M.D.
Location Address562 CONCORD RD SESmyrna, GA 30082-2608
Mailing Address562 Concord Rd SeSmyrna, GA 30082-2608
Phone(770) 384-9830
Fax(770) 384-9912
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 23, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 23, 2022
✔ NPI 1548640980 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 81081
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.
562 CONCORD RD SE, Smyrna, GA 30082
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11331 Mount Zion RdMorrow, GA 30260 · Phone (203) 709-6424 · Fax (203) 709-3518

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter 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

Mr. Karim Kara 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 ID4981956885
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181003002996
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 6

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.
162 services93 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.
78 services78 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) test performed by hand-held instrument 82962
A blood glucose test uses a handheld device to measure the amount of sugar in your blood. A small prick on your finger allows a drop of blood to be placed on a test strip, which is then read by the device. This helps monitor and manage diabetes effectively.
47 services27 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.
22 services21 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
20 services20 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.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Marietta, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number110035
Location677 Church StreetMarietta, GA 30060 · Cobb County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wellstar Paulding Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Hiram, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110042
Location2518 Jimmy Lee Smith ParkwayHiram, GA 30141 · Paulding County

Wellstar Cobb Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Austell, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110143
Location3950 Austell RdAustell, GA 30106 · Cobb County
Birthing friendly

Wellstar Douglas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Douglasville, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110184
Location8954 Hospital DriveDouglasville, GA 30134 · Douglas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30082 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
$130.64 typical visit price
range $56.84 – $172.43
Typical copayment $32.66 (range $14.21 – $43.10)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$100.20 typical visit price
range $18.22 – $140.40
Typical copayment $25.05 (range $4.55 – $35.10)
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.

92.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality80.38
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 9

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

ADEDAYO EMMANUEL ABIOYE MD
Internal Medicine
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9900
DR. ROSA C URRUTIA MD
Family Medicine
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9900
CRAIG UNDERSET M.D.
Family Medicine
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9900
HELEN MWAURA
Registered Nurse
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9830
DR. COURTNEY MACLIN PHD
Psychologist (Clinical)
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9830
DR. TONI COOMBS BURNS MD
Internal Medicine
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9900
ZOEY OROPALLO FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9830
ESTHER ENOHNYAKET MD
Internal Medicine
562 CONCORD RD SE
SMYRNA, GA 30082
Cobb County (770) 384-9900

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 Karim Kara's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karim Kara is 1548640980. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2015.

Where is Karim Kara located?

Karim Kara practices at 562 Concord Rd SE, Smyrna, GA 30082. The listed phone number is (770) 384-9830.

What is Karim Kara's specialty?

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

Is Karim Kara enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karim Kara 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 Karim Kara accept?

Health plans from Alliant Health Plans, Inc., Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 1 other insurer list Karim Kara 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.

Is Karim Kara affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karim Kara is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Wellstar Paulding Medical Center, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center and Wellstar Douglas Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karim Kara was last updated on August 23, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.