Kara Pacala, MD
NPI 1174608079 · Family Medicine Physician · Minneapolis, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Pacala, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Minneapolis, MN (NPI 1174608079).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174608079
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 44241 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
278 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 65 | $122 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 59 | $9 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 29 | $15 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 21 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 19 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 53 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 102 | 35 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 70 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 54 | 15 |
| Losartan Potassium | 53 | 23 |
| Famotidine | 51 | 12 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 48 | 16 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 46 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-10-26
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Pacala's NPI number?
- Kara Pacala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174608079, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Pacala's specialty?
- Kara Pacala is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kara Pacala located?
- Kara Pacala's practice location on file with NPPES is Ufp-Smiley'S Clinic, Minneapolis, MN 55406.
- What is Kara Pacala's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Pacala is (612) 333-0770.
- Does Kara Pacala accept Medicare?
- Kara Pacala is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Pacala's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Pacala's NPI (1174608079) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.