Jitesh Kar, M.D., M.P.H.
NPI 1184974800 · Neurology Physician · Huntsville, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jitesh Kar, M.D., M.P.H. is a Neurology Physician provider in Huntsville, AL (NPI 1184974800).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1184974800
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.P.H.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 33263 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
4,463 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 | 1,571 | $118 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 656 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 466 | $84 |
| Infusion Into a Vein for Therapy, Prevention, Or Diagnosis, Each Additional Hour96366 | 357 | $19 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 304 | $155 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | 875 | 339 |
| Gabapentin | 668 | 262 |
| Memantine Hcl | 417 | 149 |
| Levetiracetam | 274 | 101 |
| Topiramate | 181 | 73 |
| Rizatriptan Benzoatebrand: Rizatriptan | 180 | 61 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 171 | 65 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,495 across 196 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
- 2012-09-11
- Last updated
- 2026-05-20
- Certified
- 2026-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jitesh Kar's NPI number?
- Jitesh Kar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184974800, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jitesh Kar's specialty?
- Jitesh Kar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jitesh Kar located?
- Jitesh Kar's practice location on file with NPPES is 4700 Whitesburg Dr Sw Ste 100, Huntsville, AL 35802-1685.
- What is Jitesh Kar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jitesh Kar is (256) 489-0976.
- Does Jitesh Kar accept Medicare?
- Jitesh Kar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jitesh Kar's NPI active?
- Yes — Jitesh Kar's NPI (1184974800) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.