Karen Susskind, M.D.
NPI 1154315471 · Gastroenterology Physician · Fall River, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Susskind, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Fall River, MA (NPI 1154315471).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1154315471
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 74316 (MA)
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
20 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
839 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 | 118 | $91 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 76 | $9 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 59 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 55 | $126 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 50 | $315 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 153 | 48 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 57 | 20 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 36 | 11 |
| Mesalamine | 36 | — |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 22 | — |
| Lipase/Protease/Amylasebrand: Creon | 18 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 16 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$351 across 21 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
- 2005-09-01
- Last updated
- 2008-04-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Susskind's NPI number?
- Karen Susskind's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154315471, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Susskind's specialty?
- Karen Susskind is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Susskind located?
- Karen Susskind's practice location on file with NPPES is 289 Pleasant St, Fall River, MA 02721-3005.
- What is Karen Susskind's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Susskind is (508) 679-6611.
- Does Karen Susskind accept Medicare?
- Karen Susskind is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Susskind's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Susskind's NPI (1154315471) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-04-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.