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KAREN TISCHLER
NPI 1861974974
Physical Therapist - Geriatrics in Jackson, NJ

Active since September 05, 2018Accepts Medicare Assignment
202 WHITE RD, JACKSON, NJ 08527(917) 570-6605 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 5, 2018. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Karen Tischler NPPES

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

KAREN TISCHLER (NPI 1861974974) is an individual geriatrics provider in Jackson, New Jersey, licensed in New Jersey (40QA01684200) and active in the NPI registry since September 2018. She is a graduate of Other (2016).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1861974974
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2251G0304X
Provider Legal NameKAREN TISCHLER
Location Address202 WHITE RDJackson, NJ 08527-5014
Mailing Address202 White RdJackson, NJ 08527-5014
Phone(917) 570-6605
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016
Enumeration DateSeptember 5, 2018
✔ NPI 1861974974 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysical Therapist · GeriatricsRespiratory, Developmental, Rehabilitative and Restorative Service Providers
Taxonomy Code2251G0304X
License✔ Licensed in NJ · 40QA01684200
Definition
A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in the comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment and evidence-based management of movement in aging adults. This includes, but is not limited to, specialized knowledge in and consideration of normal age-related changes and pathological manifestations across all systems; cognition and mental health; polypharmacy; fall risk mitigation; bone health; healthy and active aging, and socioeconomic and health policy issues affecting aging adults. The geriatric physical therapist is an integral part of the interdisciplinary geriatric team and serves as an advocate for the highest level of well-being for the older adult.
202 WHITE RD, Jackson, NJ 08527
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Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Karen Tischler 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 ID5799039459
PECOS Enrollment IDI20181115000658

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Karen Tischler reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Towne First
6.1 mi
Physical Therapist
4547 ROUTE 9 N
Howell, NJ 07731
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New Jersey enrollment
  • 11 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1912640434 (732) 884-2020

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 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.

Therapy procedure using exercise to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility, each 15 minutes 97110
This therapy involves exercises to boost strength, endurance, flexibility, and range of motion. Each session lasts 15 minutes. The goal is to improve physical function and overall health. It's a safe, beneficial method for enhancing well-being and fitness.
600 services67 patients
Therapy procedure using manual technique, each 15 minutes 97140
This therapy involves using hands-on techniques to help improve your body's movement and function. These techniques may include stretching, resistance exercises, or gentle pressure. Each session lasts 15 minutes and aims to relieve pain, promote healing, and improve your overall health.
409 services59 patients
Therapy procedure using functional activities 97530
A therapy procedure using functional activities encourages you to use your own body movements in day-to-day tasks to aid recovery. It aims to improve your mobility, strength, and overall health by incorporating therapeutic exercises into your routine.
291 services57 patients
Therapy procedure to re-educate brain-to-nerve-to-muscle function, each 15 minutes 97112
This therapy helps retrain your brain, nerves, and muscles to work together. Through targeted exercises, your body learns to regain lost functions or improve current abilities. Each session lasts 15 minutes.
168 services27 patients
Evaluation for physical therapy, typically 20 minutes 97161
An evaluation for physical therapy is a short, 20-minute assessment where your physical condition, mobility, and pain levels are examined. This helps in designing a personalized therapy plan to enhance your physical function and well-being.
18 services18 patients

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 Karen Tischler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Tischler is 1861974974. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 5, 2018.

Where is Karen Tischler located?

Karen Tischler practices at 202 White Rd, Jackson, NJ 08527. The listed phone number is (917) 570-6605.

What is Karen Tischler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physical Therapist, specializing in Geriatrics, with taxonomy code 2251G0304X.

Is Karen Tischler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Tischler 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 organization bills Medicare for Karen Tischler's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Karen Tischler reassigns Medicare benefits to Towne First (Howell, NJ). The 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 Karen Tischler's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Tischler was last updated on September 5, 2018. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.