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DR. KAREN SHANAHAN DUFOUR M.D.
NPI 1609859842
Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology in Orange, CT

Active since November 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
93.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
325 BOSTON POST RD, ORANGE, CT 06477(203) 795-0568(203) 795-0436 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 10, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Dr. Karen Shanahan Dufour M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KAREN SHANAHAN DUFOUR M.D. (NPI 1609859842) is an individual gastroenterology provider in Orange, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (028102) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1609859842
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RG0100X
Provider Legal NameDR. KAREN SHANAHAN DUFOURCredential: M.D.
Location Address325 BOSTON POST RDOrange, CT 06477-3504
Mailing Address325 Boston Post RdOrange, CT 06477-3504 · (203) 795-0568 · Fax (203) 795-0436
Phone(203) 795-0568
Fax(203) 795-0436
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWarren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated 1984
Enumeration DateNovember 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 10, 2013
✔ NPI 1609859842 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · GastroenterologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RG0100X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 028102
Definition
An internist who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the digestive organs including the stomach, bowels, liver and gallbladder. This specialist treats conditions such as abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer and jaundice and performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to visualize internal organs.
325 BOSTON POST RD, Orange, CT 06477
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified110007599CT
Medicare UPINB38425CT

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Karen Shanahan Dufour 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 ID3173416245
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060714000138
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.

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.
315 services240 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.
179 services179 patients
Automated urinalysis test 81003
An automated urinalysis test is a routine examination that checks your urine for various substances. It can help identify potential health issues such as kidney problems or diabetes. The test uses a machine to analyze a small urine sample, providing quick and accurate results.
128 services121 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report 93000
An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.
103 services102 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.
46 services46 patients
Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653
The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.
40 services40 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 06477 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
$138.84 typical visit price
range $60.82 – $183.10
Typical copayment $34.71 (range $15.20 – $45.77)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$106.68 typical visit price
range $19.76 – $149.26
Typical copayment $26.67 (range $4.94 – $37.31)
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.

93.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality81.72
Promoting Interoperability78.03
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

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
6 suppliers12 claims38 services$4.97 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 5

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

EYE PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS, PC
Eyewear Supplier
325 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 06477
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 795-0766
EYE PHYSICIANS & SURGEON, PC
Optometrist
325 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 06477
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 795-0766
EYE PHYSICIAN & SURGEONS, PC
Ophthalmology
325 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 06477
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 795-0766
CARESOURCE, INC.
Homemaker
325 BOSTON POST RD
ORANGE, CT 06477
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 891-8270
DAVID KAMINSKY MD
Internal Medicine
325 BOSTON POST RD, 2ND FLOOR
ORANGE, CT 06477
South Central Connecticut Planning Region (203) 795-3354

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 Karen Dufour's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Dufour is 1609859842. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 22, 2005.

Where is Karen Dufour located?

Karen Dufour practices at 325 Boston Post Rd, Orange, CT 06477. The listed phone number is (203) 795-0568.

What is Karen Dufour's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Gastroenterology, with taxonomy code 207RG0100X.

Is Karen Dufour enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Dufour 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Dufour was last updated on October 10, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.