Ron Karni, MD
NPI 1053434910 · Otolaryngology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ron Karni, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1053434910).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053434910
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2006001519 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
705 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 264 | $91 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 165 | $124 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 68 | $112 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 67 | $167 |
| Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy Using Ultrasound Guidance, First Growth10005 | 48 | $133 |
| Removal of Lymph Nodes, Muscle, and Tissue of Neck38724 | 22 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 279 | 210 |
| Omeprazole | 78 | 41 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 77 | 23 |
| Gabapentin | 65 | 17 |
| Prednisone | 55 | 45 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 31 | 15 |
| Albuterol Sulfate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$30,201 across 77 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
- 2007-04-07
- Last updated
- 2014-02-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ron Karni's NPI number?
- Ron Karni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053434910, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ron Karni's specialty?
- Ron Karni is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ron Karni located?
- Ron Karni's practice location on file with NPPES is 6400 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-1521.
- What is Ron Karni's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ron Karni is (713) 486-5000.
- Does Ron Karni accept Medicare?
- Ron Karni is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ron Karni's NPI active?
- Yes — Ron Karni's NPI (1053434910) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-02-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.