DR. KAREN COTTINGHAM MD
NPI 1629112974
Internal Medicine in Houston, TX

Q: What is Karen Cottingham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Cottingham is 1629112974. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 19, 2007.

Q: What is Karen Cottingham's specialty?

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

Q: Is Karen Cottingham enrolled in Medicare?

No. Karen Cottingham has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Cottingham was last updated on July 11, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.

Active since February 19, 2007Opted out of Medicare · through Jan 1, 2027

1213 HERMANN DR, SUITE 620, HOUSTON, TX 77004(713) 524-0957 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 11, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

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About Dr. Karen Cottingham Md NPPES

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

DR. KAREN COTTINGHAM MD (NPI 1629112974) is an individual internal medicine provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (G4934) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. She has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2027 and remains eligible to order and refer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629112974

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KAREN COTTINGHAMCredential: MD

Location Address1213 HERMANN DR, SUITE 620Houston, TX 77004-7018

Mailing Address1213 Hermann Dr, Suite 620Houston, TX 77004-7018

Phone(713) 524-0957

Sole ProprietorYes

Enumeration DateFebruary 19, 2007

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 11, 2007

✔ NPI 1629112974 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in TX · G4934

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.

Also ListedInternal Medicine · Medical OncologyTaxonomy 207RX0202X · License G4934 (TX)

1213 HERMANN DR, Houston, TX 77004

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINB21990TX

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Opted out of Medicare

Dr. Karen Cottingham Md has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from January 1, 2013 through January 1, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateJanuary 1, 2013

Opt-Out In Effect ThroughJanuary 1, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesAn opted-out provider can still order and refer for Medicare patients in the categories marked above, even though their own services are not covered.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77004 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

$134.06 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$102.71 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

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.

DR. ONYA VICTORIA LEMAR D.P.M.

Podiatrist (Foot & Ankle Surgery)

1213 HERMANN DR, STE 250
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (832) 403-3221

DR. BENNETT L PEARSON DDS

Dentist (General Practice)

1213 HERMANN DR, #275
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (713) 529-3069

DR. ANDREW L DOE MD

Radiology (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)

1213 HERMANN DR, SUITE 255
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (713) 955-1707

DR. THINH Q VO MD

Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease)

1213 HERMANN DR, 570
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (713) 524-3900

CATHERINE L KARMEL MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

1213 HERMANN DR, STE 630
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (713) 520-9580

MARK A PRICE MD

Dermatology (MOHS-Micrographic Surgery)

1213 HERMANN DR, SUITE 650
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (713) 528-8882

KIDNEY AND HYPERTENSION CARE CENTER

Internal Medicine

1213 HERMANN DR, SUITE 460
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (713) 520-6222

RECOVERY INNOVATIONS, INC

Community/Behavioral Health

1213 HERMANN DR, SUITE 450
HOUSTON, TX 77004

Harris County (602) 636-4608

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 Cottingham's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Cottingham is 1629112974. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 19, 2007.

Where is Karen Cottingham located?

Karen Cottingham practices at 1213 Hermann Dr Suite 620, Houston, TX 77004. The listed phone number is (713) 524-0957.

What is Karen Cottingham's specialty?

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

Is Karen Cottingham enrolled in Medicare?

No. Karen Cottingham has opted out of Medicare through January 1, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out. The provider remains eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Cottingham was last updated on July 11, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.