Kara Schwartz, M.D.
NPI 1194799254 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Rochester, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Schwartz, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Rochester, MN (NPI 1194799254).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194799254
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 46101 (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
20 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
828 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 155 | $39 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Before and After Contrast70553 | 129 | $307 |
| Ct Scan of Upper Spine Without Contrast72125 | 49 | $45 |
| Ct Scan of Soft Tissue of Neck With Contrast70491 | 44 | $168 |
| Ct Scan of Lower Spine Without Contrast72131 | 37 | $124 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 34 | $95 |
| Mri Scan of Brain Without Contrast |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-15
- Last updated
- 2020-08-20
- Certified
- 2020-08-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Schwartz's NPI number?
- Kara Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194799254, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Schwartz's specialty?
- Kara Schwartz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kara Schwartz located?
- Kara Schwartz's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55905-0001.
- What is Kara Schwartz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Schwartz is (507) 284-2511.
- Does Kara Schwartz accept Medicare?
- Kara Schwartz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Schwartz's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Schwartz's NPI (1194799254) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.