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MICHAEL S KARLS PAC
NPI 1801804737
Physician Assistant in San Francisco, CA

Active since August 04, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
45 CASTRO ST, 332, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114(415) 861-8627(415) 389-7455 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 25, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Michael S Karls Pac NPPES

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

MICHAEL S KARLS PAC (NPI 1801804737) is an individual physician assistant in San Francisco, California, licensed in California (PA17789) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1995).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1801804737
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMICHAEL S KARLSCredential: PAC
Location Address45 CASTRO ST, 332San Francisco, CA 94114-1010
Mailing Address45 Castro St, 332San Francisco, CA 94114-1010 · (415) 861-8627 · Fax (415) 389-7455
Phone(415) 861-8627
Fax(415) 389-7455
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1995
Enumeration DateAugust 4, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 25, 2007
✔ NPI 1801804737 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · PA17789
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
45 CASTRO ST, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedOPA177890CA
Medicare UPINP28356

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Michael S Karls Pac 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 ID7810910791
PECOS Enrollment IDI20060105000755
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 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.

Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths 17003
This procedure involves removing 2-14 precancerous skin growths. The growths are treated to prevent them from potentially developing into skin cancer. The process is safe, with minimal discomfort, and promotes healthier skin.
550 services78 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.
251 services107 patients
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth 17000
"Destruction of precancer skin growth" is a procedure that eliminates a single precancerous skin growth. This is done to prevent it from developing into skin cancer. The growth may be removed using various methods such as cryotherapy (freezing), laser therapy, or topical medications.
152 services91 patients
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths 17110
"Destruction of skin growth" refers to a procedure where 1-14 abnormal skin growths are removed. This is done using methods such as freezing, burning, or laser therapy. It helps prevent the growth from causing discomfort or turning into a more serious condition.
119 services73 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.
101 services55 patients
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301
Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.
63 services26 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 94114 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
$104.51 typical visit price
range $69.00 – $202.35
Typical copayment $26.12 (range $17.25 – $50.58)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$84.91 typical visit price
range $23.44 – $166.46
Typical copayment $21.22 (range $5.86 – $41.61)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

JENNIFER ALICIA THALER MS CCC- SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
45 CASTRO ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 600-6000
ALYSSA CLAIRE GHIRINGHELLI MSW
Social Worker
45 CASTRO ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 600-5555
DR. BRIAN MICHAEL PARRETT M.D.
Plastic Surgery
45 CASTRO ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 565-6888
SEMI HAN MD
Internal Medicine
45 CASTRO ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 600-6000
MR. CARL STEIN MHS, PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
45 CASTRO ST, SUITE 402
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 861-2400
MS. TIFFANY TANG MBA, OTR, CHT, CEAS
Occupational Therapist
45 CASTRO ST, SOUTH TOWER LEVEL A, OUTPATIENT REHAB
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 600-5855
CANDICE AUSTIN DENBY PA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
45 CASTRO ST, SUITE 410
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 565-6884
DR. WILLIAM J. KAPLA MD
Family Medicine (Adult Medicine)
45 CASTRO ST, SUITE #432
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
San Francisco County (415) 865-3737

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 Michael Karls's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Karls is 1801804737. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 4, 2006.

Where is Michael Karls located?

Michael Karls practices at 45 Castro St 332, San Francisco, CA 94114. The listed phone number is (415) 861-8627.

What is Michael Karls's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Michael Karls enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael Karls 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 Michael Karls was last updated on July 25, 2007. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.