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BRIAN MICHAEL KARST NP-C
NPI 1710483490
Nurse Practitioner - Family in Baytown, TX

Active since April 02, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
7710 GARTH RD STE A, BAYTOWN, TX 77521(281) 783-8162 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 7, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 7, 2024, Oct 5, 2022, Apr 11, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Brian Michael Karst Np-c NPPES

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

BRIAN MICHAEL KARST NP-C (NPI 1710483490) is an individual family provider in Baytown, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP136852) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Houston, and is a graduate of Other (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1710483490
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363LF0000X
Provider Legal NameBRIAN MICHAEL KARSTCredential: NP-C
Location Address7710 GARTH RD STE ABaytown, TX 77521-8809
Mailing Address2925 Briarpark Dr Ste 575Houston, TX 77042-3776 · (832) 626-2842
Phone(281) 783-8162
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 2, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 7, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 7, 2024
✔ NPI 1710483490 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · FamilyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LF0000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · AP136852
7710 GARTH RD STE A, Baytown, TX 77521
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1909 Frostwood Dr Ste 1.4051Houston, TX 77024-2301 · Phone (281) 644-7111

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Brian Michael Karst Np-c 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 ID1052675519
PECOS Enrollment IDI20180509000592
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

10

Medicare enrollment records show Brian Karst reassigns Medicare billing to 10 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Next Level Mv LLC
Same address
Urgent Care
7710 GARTH ROAD, STE A
Baytown, TX 77521
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 301 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073168746 (281) 783-8162
Nluc PLLC
18 mi
Urgent Care
2323 CLEAR LAKE CITY BLVD, SUITE 130
Houston, TX 77062
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 379 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1497183461 (281) 201-0657
Memorial Hermann Hospital Based Physician Group
34 mi
Emergency Medicine
929 GESSNER RD STE 2700
Houston, TX 77024
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 408 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1295363497 (713) 242-2712
Doctors Express Of The Beaumont Area PA
53 mi
Urgent Care
3195 DOWLEN RD STE 105
Beaumont, TX 77706
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 351 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1841525235 (409) 860-1888
Travis County Emergency Physicians PA
169 mi
Emergency Medicine
1201 W 38TH ST
Austin, TX 78705
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,511 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1962440933 (330) 493-4443
Usacs Integrated Acute Care Services Of Texas, PLLC
176 mi
Internal Medicine
1401 MEDICAL PKWY
Cedar Park, TX 78613
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 828 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1801300322 (330) 493-4443
Elite Hospital Partners, PLLC
247 mi
Emergency Medicine
1114 SPENCER ST
Allen, TX 75013
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 128 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1609625995 (972) 786-3602
Acs Primary Care Physicians Southwest, PA
294 mi
Emergency Medicine
1900 HOSPITAL BLVD
Gainesville, TX 76240
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 1,193 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1538101019 (925) 924-1600
Emergency Staffing Solutions Of West Texas LLC
506 mi
Emergency Medicine
1900 COLLEGE AVE
Levelland, TX 79336
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 122 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1033593504 (806) 894-4963
Dimerhealth Medical Practice
1,373 mi
Emergency Medicine
4 HAMPSHIRE DR
Mendham, NJ 07945
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1285338483 (973) 464-8363

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.
140 services14 patients
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.
37 services36 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.
33 services33 patients
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372
This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.
27 services24 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
20 services19 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77521 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
$90.40 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $22.60 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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 4

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

DIONNEDRA DENISE NORTHERN APRN FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
7710 GARTH RD STE A
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Harris County (281) 783-8162
JONATHAN JAMES OPPONG AMOAKOHENE PA-C
Physician Assistant
7710 GARTH RD STE A
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Harris County (281) 783-8162
MS. SIOMARA CASTRO SANDOVAL NP
Nurse Practitioner
7710 GARTH RD STE A
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Harris County (281) 783-8162
BRANDY MICHELLE ROBERTS MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
7710 GARTH RD STE A
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Harris County (281) 783-8162

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 Brian Karst's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Karst is 1710483490. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2018.

Where is Brian Karst located?

Brian Karst practices at 7710 Garth Rd Ste A, Baytown, TX 77521. The listed phone number is (281) 783-8162.

What is Brian Karst's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Family, with taxonomy code 363LF0000X.

Is Brian Karst enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Brian Karst 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Brian Karst's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Brian Karst reassigns Medicare benefits to 10 organizations: Next Level Mv LLC (Baytown, TX), Nluc PLLC (Houston, TX), Memorial Hermann Hospital Based Physician Group (Houston, TX), Doctors Express Of The Beaumont Area PA (Beaumont, TX), Travis County Emergency Physicians PA (Austin, TX) and 5 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Brian Karst's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Brian Karst accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company and Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit list Brian Karst as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Karst was last updated on March 7, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.