Kara Smith, M.D.
NPI 1194952523 · Neurology Physician · Boston, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Smith, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Boston, MA (NPI 1194952523).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194952523
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 253390 (MA)
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
367 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 | 118 | $96 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 65 | $143 |
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Muscle With Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscle95874 | 40 | $18 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 30 | $49 |
| Injection of Chemical for Paralysis of Nerve Muscles on Side of Neck Excluding Voice Box64616 | 28 | $90 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 52 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 334 | 95 |
| Clonazepam | 159 | 30 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa Er | 123 | 35 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Rytary | 90 | 25 |
| Pimavanserin Tartratebrand: Nuplazid | 83 | — |
| Amantadine Hclbrand: Amantadine | 74 | 24 |
| Sertraline Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- The Stetson Building 541 Main StreetSuite 317S. Weymouth, MA 02190Phone: (617) 638-9944Fax: (781) 337-2891
- 55 Lake Ave NWorcester, MA 01655-0002Phone: (508) 334-2527Fax: (508) 856-6778
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-06-11
- Last updated
- 2025-06-10
- Certified
- 2025-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Smith's NPI number?
- Kara Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194952523, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Smith's specialty?
- Kara Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kara Smith located?
- Kara Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 725 Albany Street, Suite 7b, Boston, MA 02118.
- What is Kara Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Smith is (617) 638-8456.
- Does Kara Smith accept Medicare?
- Kara Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Smith's NPI (1194952523) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.