KARL ZARSE MD
NPI 1982633889
Pain Medicine - Interventional Pain Medicine in Meridian, ID

Q: What is Karl Zarse's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karl Zarse is 1982633889. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 2, 2006.

Q: What is Karl Zarse's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karl Zarse was last updated on September 10, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 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.

Active since July 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

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1859 S TOPAZ WAY STE 106, MERIDIAN, ID 83642(208) 672-4640(208) 957-6300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 10, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 10, 2024, May 29, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Karl Zarse Md NPPES

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

KARL ZARSE MD (NPI 1982633889) is an individual interventional pain medicine provider in Meridian, Idaho, licensed in Idaho (M-13074) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Treasure Valley Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Boise.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1982633889

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208VP0014X

Provider Legal NameKARL ZARSECredential: MD

Location Address1859 S TOPAZ WAY STE 106Meridian, ID 83642

Mailing Address1859 S Topaz Way Ste 106Meridian, ID 83642-4401 · (208) 672-4640 · Fax (208) 957-6300

Phone(208) 672-4640

Fax(208) 957-6300

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Wisconsin School Of MedicineGraduated 1998

Enumeration DateJuly 2, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 10, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedSeptember 10, 2024

✔ NPI 1982633889 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPain Medicine · Interventional Pain MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208VP0014X

Licenses✔ Licensed in ID · M-13074✔ Licensed in TX · L1250

Definition

Interventional Pain Medicine is the discipline of medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of pain and related disorders principally with the application of interventional techniques in managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, independently or in conjunction with other modalities of treatment.

Also ListedAnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207L00000X · License L1250 (TX)

1859 S TOPAZ WAY STE 106, Meridian, ID 83642

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 16140 W Curtisian Ave, Ste 400Boise, ID 83704-8880 · Phone (208) 367-3500 · Fax (208) 367-2968

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans and more.Insurance ›

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

Karl Zarse 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 ID6103942552

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100923000411

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 16

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 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.

170 services75 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64636

This procedure involves using imaging technology to locate and treat nerves in your lower spine or sacral area that may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint refers to treating more than one spinal nerve. It's a non-invasive way to manage chronic back pain.

162 services93 patients

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64635

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

159 services93 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.

143 services143 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.

129 services60 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64494

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joints of your lower or sacral spine to manage pain. Imaging guidance ensures accurate placement. It's the second level, meaning it's done on two different joint levels.

118 services65 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64493

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

113 services62 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level 64483

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

92 services71 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level 64484

This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic or steroid drug into the sacral spine nerve root. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The process can be repeated for each additional level of the spine to help manage pain or inflammation.

46 services38 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint 64633

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to guide a needle to the nerves of a single facet joint in the upper or middle spine. The nerves are then treated to alleviate pain and improve mobility.

43 services27 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint 64634

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to accurately target and destroy nerves in the upper or middle spinal facet joints, which may be causing pain. Each additional facet joint treated follows the same process.

43 services27 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level 64490

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

42 services22 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, second level 64491

This procedure involves injecting medication into the upper or middle spine facet joint, a small joint in your back. This is done under imaging guidance for precision. It's a second-level procedure, meaning it's done on two separate joints. It can help reduce pain and inflammation.

37 services20 patients

Injection of anesthetic or steroid into joint between lower spine and hip bone using imaging guidance 27096

This procedure involves injecting medicine into the joint where your lower spine meets your hip bone. Using special imaging technology, the doctor ensures the medicine is delivered accurately. This can help reduce pain and inflammation in that area.

35 services31 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance 62321

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

18 services18 patients

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement 77002

Fluoroscopic guidance for needle placement is a medical procedure that uses a special X-ray technology to help accurately place a needle in the body. It's often used in biopsies, injections or other treatments to ensure precision and safety.

12 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Treasure Valley Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Boise, ID

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number130063

Location8800 West Emerald StreetBoise, ID 83704 · Ada County

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 83642 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

$121.27 typical visit price

range $52.44 – $160.17

Typical copayment $30.31 (range $13.11 – $40.04)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.26 typical visit price

range $16.68 – $130.93

Typical copayment $23.31 (range $4.17 – $32.73)

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.

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MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

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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.

RUSSELL BOLTON HARMONY NP

Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)

1859 S TOPAZ WAY STE 106
MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Ada County (208) 672-4640

PARKER MCKAY OLSEN PA-C

Physician Assistant (Medical)

1859 S TOPAZ WAY STE 106
MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Ada County (208) 672-4640

IDAHO SPINE & PAIN PLLC

Pain Medicine (Interventional Pain Medicine)

1859 S TOPAZ WAY STE 106
MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Ada County (208) 672-4640

BENJAMIN CAREY NP

Nurse Practitioner

1859 S TOPAZ WAY STE 106
MERIDIAN, ID 83642

Ada County (208) 672-4640

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 Karl Zarse's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karl Zarse is 1982633889. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 2, 2006.

Where is Karl Zarse located?

Karl Zarse practices at 1859 S Topaz Way Ste 106, Meridian, ID 83642. The listed phone number is (208) 672-4640.

What is Karl Zarse's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pain Medicine, specializing in Interventional Pain Medicine, with taxonomy code 208VP0014X.

Is Karl Zarse enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karl Zarse 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.

What insurance does Karl Zarse accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans and Providence Health Plan list Karl Zarse 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.

Is Karl Zarse affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karl Zarse is affiliated with Treasure Valley Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karl Zarse was last updated on September 10, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 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.