DR. CHRISTOPH KARCH M.D., DR.MED.
NPI 1629396684
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine in San Jose, CA

Active since May 13, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
80.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
751 S BASCOM AVE, SAN JOSE, CA 95128(408) 885-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 30, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Dr. Christoph Karch M.d., Dr.med. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPH KARCH M.D., DR.MED. (NPI 1629396684) is an individual neuromuscular medicine provider in San Jose, California, licensed in California (A129008) and active in the NPI registry since May 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1629396684
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0008X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPH KARCHCredential: M.D., DR.MED.
Location Address751 S BASCOM AVESan Jose, CA 95128-2604
Mailing Address751 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128-2604 · (408) 885-5000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateMay 13, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 30, 2015
NPI 1629396684 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · Neuromuscular MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0008X
License Licensed in CA · A129008
Definition
A neurologist or child neurologist who specializes in the diagnosis and management of disorders of nerve, muscle or neuromuscular junction, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis) and neuromuscular transmission disorders (e.g., myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome).
751 S BASCOM AVE, San Jose, CA 95128

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. Christoph Karch M.d., Dr.med. 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 ID6002129467
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150715000341
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 5

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.
48 services41 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
47 services47 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.
39 services30 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
24 services18 patients
Telephone or internet assessment with verbal and written report by consulting physician, 21-30 minutes 99448
This is a virtual consultation with a specialist doctor lasting between 21-30 minutes. It can take place over the phone or internet. After the session, the doctor will provide a written report about your health condition and any recommended next steps.
17 services16 patients

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.

80.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality67.43
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost46.5

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.

Pharmacist
751 S BASCOM AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
751 S BASCOM AVE, DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
751 S BASCOM AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Perfusionist
751 S BASCOM AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
751 S BASCOM AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
751 S BASCOM AVE
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
751 S BASCOM AVE, CARDIAC SURGERY DEPT
SAN JOSE, CA 95128
Internal Medicine
751 S BASCOM AVE, RADIATION ONCOLOGY
SAN JOSE, CA 95128

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 Christoph Karch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christoph Karch is 1629396684. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2010.

Where is Christoph Karch located?

Christoph Karch practices at 751 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 95128. The listed phone number is (408) 885-5000.

What is Christoph Karch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neuromuscular Medicine, with taxonomy code 2084N0008X.

Is Christoph Karch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christoph Karch 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 Christoph Karch was last updated on October 30, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.