Karl Kuwik, M.D.
NPI 1144547464 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Youngstown, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Kuwik, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Youngstown, OH (NPI 1144547464).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1144547464
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.128801 (OH)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,045 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 197 | $69 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 167 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 156 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 100 | $58 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 73 | $1,234 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 129 | 115 |
| Amoxicillin | 85 | 58 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 75 | 69 |
| Methylprednisolone | 35 | 35 |
| Meloxicam | 32 | 17 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 26 | 19 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 14 | 13 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,498 across 27 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1695 Niles Cortland Rd NeWarren, OH 44484-1165Phone: (330) 758-0577
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-04-26
- Last updated
- 2024-04-17
- Certified
- 2024-04-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Kuwik's NPI number?
- Karl Kuwik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144547464, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Kuwik's specialty?
- Karl Kuwik is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Kuwik located?
- Karl Kuwik's practice location on file with NPPES is 8591 Crossroads Drive, Youngstown, OH 44514.
- What is Karl Kuwik's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Kuwik is (330) 758-0577.
- Does Karl Kuwik accept Medicare?
- Karl Kuwik is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Kuwik's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Kuwik's NPI (1144547464) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-04-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.