Karen Hu, M.D.
NPI 1043745151 · Ophthalmology Physician · Saratoga Springs, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Hu, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Saratoga Springs, NY (NPI 1043745151).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043745151
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 295416 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,183 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 211 | $91 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 186 | $71 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 151 | $23 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 120 | $20 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 93 | $62 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 82 | $28 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 232 | 78 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 165 | 47 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 87 | 24 |
| Timolol Maleate | 77 | 26 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 73 | 47 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 46 | 18 |
| Travoprost | 32 | 12 |
| Latanoprostene Bunod |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$305 across 6 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-04-26
- Last updated
- 2025-04-19
- Certified
- 2025-04-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Hu's NPI number?
- Karen Hu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043745151, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Hu's specialty?
- Karen Hu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Hu located?
- Karen Hu's practice location on file with NPPES is 211 Church St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-1003.
- What is Karen Hu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Hu is (518) 587-8400.
- Does Karen Hu accept Medicare?
- Karen Hu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Hu's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Hu's NPI (1043745151) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.