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DR. GARY V KARAKASHIAN M.D.
NPI 1649227174
Specialist in West Long Branch, NJ

Q: What is Gary Karakashian's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gary Karakashian is 1649227174. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Q: What is Gary Karakashian's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gary Karakashian was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 days 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 May 30, 2006PECOS Enrolled

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 108, WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764(732) 544-9200(732) 449-3272 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Gary V Karakashian M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GARY V KARAKASHIAN M.D. (NPI 1649227174) is an individual specialist in West Long Branch, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (MA51823) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Albany Medical College Of Union University (1984).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649227174

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy174400000X

Provider Legal NameDR. GARY V KARAKASHIANCredential: M.D.

Location Address107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 108West Long Branch, NJ 07764-1000

Mailing Address107 Monmouth Rd, Suite 108West Long Branch, NJ 07764-1000 · (732) 544-9200 · Fax (732) 449-3272

Phone(732) 544-9200

Fax(732) 449-3272

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSAlbany Medical College Of Union UniversityGraduated 1984

Enumeration DateMay 30, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026

✔ NPI 1649227174 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySpecialistOther Service Providers

Taxonomy Code174400000X

License✔ Licensed in NJ · MA51823

Definition

An individual educated and trained in an applied knowledge discipline used in the performance of work at a level requiring knowledge and skills beyond or apart from that provided by a general education or liberal arts degree.

107 MONMOUTH RD, West Long Branch, NJ 07764

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Other Identifiers 3

OtherMS088NJ · Oxford

Other4281192NJ · Aetna

Medicaid4511701NJ

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. Gary V Karakashian 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 ID7911948120

PECOS Enrollment IDI20050518000671

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 28

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.

2,234 services366 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

808 services315 patients

Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm 11302

This procedure involves the careful removal of a skin growth on your body, arms, or legs. The growth is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm. A special tool is used to shave off the growth, which is a quick and relatively painless process.

747 services210 patients

Shaving of skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm 11312

This procedure involves the careful removal of a skin growth on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth. The growth being treated is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm in size. The process is typically quick, with minimal discomfort, and aids in maintaining skin health.

488 services186 patients

Shaving of skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, more than 2.0 cm 11313

This procedure involves the careful removal of a skin growth on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth that is larger than 2.0 cm. The process, known as shaving, is done under local anesthesia to ensure comfort. It's a common, safe procedure.

292 services153 patients

Shaving of skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1.1-2.0 cm 11307

This procedure involves the careful removal of a skin growth between 1.1 to 2.0 cm in size. The growth could be located on the scalp, neck, hands, or feet. The process is done using a sharp instrument to shave off the growth, promoting healthier skin.

276 services120 patients

Shaving of skin growth of body, arms, or legs, more than 2.0 cm 11303

This procedure involves the removal of a skin growth on your body, arms, or legs that is over 2.0 cm. A special tool is used to shave off the growth, often under local anesthesia. It's a routine, safe process to maintain skin health.

200 services110 patients

Complicated or multiple drainage of skin abscess 10061

This procedure involves draining one or more skin abscesses, which are pockets of pus that form due to an infection. The process includes making a small cut on the abscess, removing the pus, and cleaning the area to promote healing and prevent further infection.

119 services47 patients

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 15 or more growths 17004

This procedure involves removing 15 or more precancerous skin growths to prevent them from developing into cancer. It's done using various methods like freezing, creams, or minor surgery. The goal is to protect your health by stopping cancer before it starts.

115 services75 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

98 services98 patients

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 1-5 tissue blocks 17311

This procedure involves the careful removal of a growth from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to study its characteristics and determine the nature of the growth.

82 services58 patients

Shaving of skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, more than 2.0 cm 11308

This procedure involves the careful removal of a skin growth larger than 2.0 cm, located on the scalp, neck, hands, or feet. The area is first numbed, then the growth is gently shaved off. This is a safe, routine process to ensure skin health.

63 services47 patients

Removal of noncancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 1.1-2.0 cm 11402

This procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth on the body, arms, or legs that is between 1.1 and 2.0 cm in size. It's a safe and routine procedure performed by a medical professional to improve your skin health and appearance.

55 services39 patients

Removal of noncancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 0.6-1.0 cm 11441

This procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth on areas of the face such as the nose, lips, mouth, ears, or eyelids. The growth size is between 0.6-1.0 cm. The goal is to improve comfort, function, or appearance.

53 services35 patients

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of head, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks 17312

This procedure involves the careful removal of abnormal growths from the head, neck, hands, or feet. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any irregularities. The process may be carried out in multiple stages for thorough examination.

53 services23 patients

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 1-5 tissue blocks 17313

This procedure involves the removal of a growth from your trunk, arms, or legs. The removed tissue, divided into 1-5 blocks, is then examined under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing and planning further treatment.

49 services38 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.

43 services25 patients

Injection into skin growth, more than 7 growths 11901

This procedure involves injecting medication into multiple skin growths (more than 7) to either shrink them or eliminate them. It's a safe, minimally invasive method often used for benign growths. Comfort during the process is ensured.

40 services18 patients

Destruction of cancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 3.1-4.0 cm 17284

This procedure involves the removal of a cancerous skin growth on the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, measuring between 3.1-4.0 cm. The process may involve surgery, laser, or other methods to destroy the growth, aiding in cancer treatment.

36 services27 patients

Removal of noncancer skin growth of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth, 1.1-2.0 cm 11442

This procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth on your face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, or mouth that measures between 1.1-2.0 cm. It's a safe process to enhance your comfort and appearance.

33 services25 patients

Removal and microscopic exam of growth of trunk, arms, or legs, each additional stage, 1-5 tissue blocks 17314

This procedure involves removing growths from the trunk, arms, or legs. The removed tissues, divided into 1-5 blocks, are then examined under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. This aids in diagnosing and treating your condition effectively.

33 services16 patients

Removal of growth of eyelid 67840

The removal of an eyelid growth is a procedure performed to eliminate abnormal tissue from your eyelid. It's generally a quick, outpatient treatment. The doctor numbs your eyelid, carefully removes the growth, and may stitch the area if necessary. This can help maintain eye health and vision.

29 services24 patients

Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 1.1-2.5 cm 13131

This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound in areas like the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, hands, or feet. The wound size is between 1.1-2.5 cm. This repair may involve multiple layers of sutures and could require reconstruction of the skin.

22 services21 patients

Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 3.1-4.0 cm 17264

This involves removing a cancerous skin growth on the trunk, arms, or legs that measures 3.1-4.0 cm. The procedure may use methods like surgery, lasers, or radiation to destroy the growth, helping to prevent cancer from spreading.

20 services19 patients

Repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet by transferring skin, 10.0 sq cm or less 14040

This procedure involves repairing a wound on various body parts by transferring skin from another area. The transferred skin, up to 10.0 sq cm, helps to cover the wound, promoting healing and reducing scarring. It's a common method for treating larger or deeper wounds.

14 services13 patients

Destruction of cancer skin growth of trunk, arms, or legs, 2.1-3.0 cm 17263

This procedure targets and eliminates a cancerous skin growth between 2.1 and 3.0 cm on your trunk, arms, or legs. It's done by applying specific treatments like heat, cold, or medicated creams to destroy the cancer cells, preventing them from spreading.

13 services11 patients

Removal of noncancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 0.6-1.0 cm 11401

This procedure involves the removal of a noncancerous skin growth on your body, arms, or legs. The growth is between 0.6-1.0 cm in size. It's typically a simple process where the growth is cut away and the area is then stitched up for healing.

12 services11 patients

Destruction of cancer skin growth of scalp, neck, hands, feet, or genitals, 3.1-4.0 cm 17274

This procedure involves eliminating a cancerous skin growth measuring 3.1-4.0 cm on the scalp, neck, hands, or feet. The process may include surgery, laser therapy, or cryotherapy, depending on the specific case. It aims to prevent cancer from spreading and improve overall health.

11 services11 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.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Individually scored

Reported Quality Measures

Care Plan

Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker…

100%422 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

100%31 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%

Tobacco Use and Help with Quitting Among Adolescents

The percentage of adolescents 12 to 20 years of age with a primary care visit during the measurement year for whom tobacco use status was documented and received help with quitting if identified as a tobacco user

100%121 patients

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

GARY V KARAKASHIAN MD PA

Specialist

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 108
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 544-9200

DR. JOSEPH DIFAZIO D.M.D.

Dentist (Prosthodontics)

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 101
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 542-0011

SO'S FAMILY WELLNESS LLC

Acupuncturist

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 109
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 546-1351

MS. LAUREN SALANI L.C.S.W.

Social Worker (Clinical)

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 104
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 542-2638

PHYSICIANS FOR ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

General Practice

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 104
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 542-2638

LIFESTYLES MEDICAL

General Practice

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 104 D
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 542-2638

DR. CHRIS P ANAYIOTOS MD

Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)

107 MONMOUTH RD
W LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 935-1850

DR. MARTIN L. WEINSTOCK DDS

Dentist (General Practice)

107 MONMOUTH RD, SUITE 204
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ 07764

Monmouth County (732) 389-2900

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 Gary Karakashian's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gary Karakashian is 1649227174. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 30, 2006.

Where is Gary Karakashian located?

Gary Karakashian practices at 107 Monmouth Rd Suite 108, West Long Branch, NJ 07764. The listed phone number is (732) 544-9200.

What is Gary Karakashian's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Specialist with taxonomy code 174400000X.

Is Gary Karakashian enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gary Karakashian 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 Gary Karakashian was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 days 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.