KAREN MARIE KATON PA-C
NPI 1891385274
Physician Assistant - Medical in San Francisco, CA
NPI Status: Active since January 20, 2021
Contact Information
2 EMBARCADERO CTR LBBY LEVEL
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
ZIP 94111
Phone: (888) 663-6331
Fax: (415) 252-7176
- Individual
- Female
- Physician Assistant
- Medical
- PECOS Enrolled
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About KAREN KATON
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Karen Katon, a primary care provider established in San Francisco, California with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant, focusing in medical . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1891385274 assigned on January 2021. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363AM0700X with license number MA062335 (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1891385274
- Provider Name
- KAREN MARIE KATON PA-C
- Other Name
- KAREN MARIE MILLER PA-C
- Other Name Type
- Former Name (1)
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2 EMBARCADERO CTR LBBY LEVEL SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
- Location Phone
- (888) 663-6331
- Location Fax
- (415) 252-7176
- Mailing Address
- 2 EMBARCADERO CTR LBBY LEVEL SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 01-20-2021
- Last Update Date
- 10-28-2025
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Karen Katon sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Physician Assistant Medical
- Taxonomy Code
- 363AM0700X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- MA062335
- License State
- PA
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | 50.006817RX (OH) |
| 2 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | 63389 (CA) |
| 3 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | PA200001742 (DC) |
| 4 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | PA2545 (ME) |
| 5 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | 026507 (NY) |
| 6 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | TPPA1036 (FL) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Karen Katon is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
An immunoassay test for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus is a diagnostic tool. It uses your body's immune response to detect the presence of the virus. It involves taking a sample, usually from your nose or throat, which is then analyzed in a lab for signs of the virus.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 27 times for 27 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 20 times for 20 patientsMIPS Quality Measures
The following performance measures were reported under the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR) quality measures program.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Closing the Referral Loop: Receipt of Specialist Report | 0% | 204 |
| Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record | 99% | 1039 |
| Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk | 0% | 117 |
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 32% | 1033 |
| Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 123 |
| Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 123 |
| Use of High-Risk Medications in Older Adults | 0% "Inverse Quality Measure" This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better. | 123 |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1891385274, we treat the final digit (4) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 66. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 66 = 4).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 66 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1891385274, enumerated as an "individual" on January 20, 2021.
The provider is located at 2 EMBARCADERO CTR LBBY LEVEL SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111 and the phone number is (888) 663-6331.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363AM0700X and a focus in Medical.
