KARL K. GRUBER MD
NPI 1619944758
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology in N Charleston, SC

Active since March 08, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, N CHARLESTON, SC 29406(843) 797-4179(843) 797-4296 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 17, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Karl K. Gruber Md NPPES

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

KARL K. GRUBER MD (NPI 1619944758) is an individual anatomic pathology & clinical pathology provider in N Charleston, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (17430) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Gov Juan F Luis Hospital & Medical Ctr, and is a graduate of Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619944758
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0102X
Provider Legal NameKARL K. GRUBERCredential: MD
Location Address9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DRN Charleston, SC 29406-9104
Mailing AddressPo Box 49009Greenwood, SC 29649-0001 · (864) 223-3070 · Fax (864) 223-1396
Fax(843) 797-4296
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateMarch 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 17, 2008
NPI 1619944758 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0102X
License Licensed in SC · 17430
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR, N Charleston, SC 29406

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid174305SC
Medicare UPING99979SC

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

Karl K. Gruber 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 ID9436330545
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190326002092
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 9

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
647 services345 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
99 services67 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304
A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.
46 services44 patients
Evaluation of fine needle aspirate with interpretation and report 88173
This procedure involves using a thin needle to collect a small sample from an abnormal area or lump. The sample is then examined under a microscope to identify any potential issues. A report of the findings is provided for further analysis.
29 services20 patients
Cell examination of specimen, selective cellular enhancement technique 88112
Cell examination of a specimen using selective cellular enhancement technique is a lab process that improves the visibility of certain cells in a sample. It helps in identifying abnormalities or diseases. The process is non-invasive, safe, and aids in accurate diagnosis.
26 services19 patients
Cell examination of body fluid, smears 88104
Cell examination of body fluid, or smear, is a laboratory test where a sample of your body fluid is taken. It's then thinly spread on a glass slide and examined under a microscope to check for abnormalities. This can help diagnose various health conditions.
20 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Gov Juan F Luis Hospital & Medical Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · St Croix, VI
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number480002
Location#4007 Est Diamond Ruby, ChristianstedSt Croix, VI 00820 · Saint Croix Island County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29406 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Emergency Medicine
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Surgery
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Physical Therapist
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Radiology (Radiation Oncology)
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
CHARLESTON, SC 29406
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
9330 MEDICAL PLAZA DR
CHARLESTON, SC 29406

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 Karl Gruber's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karl Gruber is 1619944758. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 8, 2006.

Where is Karl Gruber located?

Karl Gruber practices at 9330 Medical Plaza Dr, N Charleston, SC 29406. The listed phone number is (843) 797-4179.

What is Karl Gruber's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0102X.

Is Karl Gruber enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karl Gruber 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.

Is Karl Gruber affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karl Gruber is affiliated with Gov Juan F Luis Hospital & Medical Ctr.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karl Gruber was last updated on January 17, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.