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PADMANAIDU KARNAM MD
NPI 1669744769
Internal Medicine - Rheumatology in Watkinsville, GA

Active since February 03, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
72.81/100
CMS Quality Rating
1181 LANGFORD DR BLDG 200-103, WATKINSVILLE, GA 30677(706) 769-9931(706) 310-0499 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 4, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 4, 2026, Jun 14, 2023, Oct 25, 2022 and 5 more (8 updates tracked since 2017).

About Padmanaidu Karnam Md NPPES

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

PADMANAIDU KARNAM MD (NPI 1669744769) is an individual rheumatology provider in Watkinsville, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (75171) and active in the NPI registry since February 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1992).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669744769
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RR0500X
Provider Legal NamePADMANAIDU KARNAMCredential: MD
Location Address1181 LANGFORD DR BLDG 200-103Watkinsville, GA 30677-7304
Mailing AddressPo Box 48089Athens, GA 30604-8089 · (706) 389-3727 · Fax (706) 389-3951
Phone(706) 769-9931
Fax(706) 310-0499
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1992
Enumeration DateFebruary 3, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 4, 20268 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 4, 2026
✔ NPI 1669744769 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · RheumatologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RR0500X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 75171
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
1181 LANGFORD DR BLDG 200-103, Watkinsville, GA 30677
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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

Padmanaidu Karnam 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 ID2264650365
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160805001068
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.
502 services355 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
267 services212 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
115 services115 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
15 services12 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 5-10 minutes 99441
A telephone medical discussion with a physician is a brief, 5-10 minute call where you can discuss your health concerns. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without needing to visit a clinic. It's important to prepare questions in advance to make the most of this time.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

St Mary's Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110006
Location1230 Baxter StreetAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Lavonia, GA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number110027
Location367 Clear Creek ParkwayLavonia, GA 30553 · Franklin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Athens, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number110074
Location1199 Prince AvenueAthens, GA 30606 · Clarke County
Birthing friendly

St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Greensboro, GA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number111329
Location5401 Lake Oconee ParkwayGreensboro, GA 30642 · Greene County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30677 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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.

72.81/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality65.2
Promoting Interoperability78
Improvement Activities40
Cost62.51

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

ST. MARY'S MEDICAL GROUP, INC.
Internal Medicine (Rheumatology)
1181 LANGFORD DR BLDG 200-103
WATKINSVILLE, GA 30677
Oconee County (706) 769-9931
RIMA P PATEL FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1181 LANGFORD DR BLDG 200-103
WATKINSVILLE, GA 30677
Oconee County (706) 769-9931

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 Padmanaidu Karnam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Padmanaidu Karnam is 1669744769. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 3, 2012.

Where is Padmanaidu Karnam located?

Padmanaidu Karnam practices at 1181 Langford Dr Bldg 200-103, Watkinsville, GA 30677. The listed phone number is (706) 769-9931.

What is Padmanaidu Karnam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Rheumatology, with taxonomy code 207RR0500X.

Is Padmanaidu Karnam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Padmanaidu Karnam 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 Padmanaidu Karnam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Padmanaidu Karnam is affiliated with St Mary's Hospital, Ty Cobb Regional Medical Center, LLC, Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and St. Mary's Good Samaritan Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Padmanaidu Karnam was last updated on March 4, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.