Kary Whitehead, M.D.
NPI 1215933924 · Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Meridian, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Sleep Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kary Whitehead, M.D. is a Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Meridian, MS (NPI 1215933924).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215933924
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 11437 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,169 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) |
|---|---|---|
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 219 | $105 |
| Sleep Study in Sleep Lab With Continuous Airway Pressure (6 Years Or Older)95811 | 196 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 189 | $121 |
| Sleep Study in Sleep Lab (6 Years Or Older)95810 | 148 | $111 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 108 | $158 |
| Sleep Study Including Heart Rate, Breathing, Airflow, and Effort |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Pramipexole Di-Hclbrand: Pramipexole Dihydrochloride | 53 | 14 |
| Clonazepam | 32 | — |
| Gabapentin | 28 | 12 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 25 | — |
| Temazepam | 25 | 22 |
| Dextroamphetamine/Amphetaminebrand: Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine | 24 | — |
| Modafinil |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$387 across 7 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
Additional practice locations (4)
- 17540 E Main StLouisville, MS 39339-2772Phone: (662) 773-6211Fax: (601) 553-6072
- 1100 17th AveMeridian, MS 39301-4219Phone: (601) 703-1465Fax: (601) 703-1467
- 2024 15th St Fl 2Meridian, MS 39301-4130Phone: (601) 553-2000Fax: (601) 553-6072
- 1003 Holland Ave Ste 102Philadelphia, MS 39350-2180Phone: (601) 587-6742Fax: (601) 287-6743
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-27
- Last updated
- 2024-10-25
- Certified
- 2024-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kary Whitehead's NPI number?
- Kary Whitehead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215933924, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kary Whitehead's specialty?
- Kary Whitehead is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Sleep Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kary Whitehead located?
- Kary Whitehead's practice location on file with NPPES is 2124 14th St, Meridian, MS 39301-4040.
- What is Kary Whitehead's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kary Whitehead is (601) 553-6466.
- Does Kary Whitehead accept Medicare?
- Kary Whitehead is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kary Whitehead's NPI active?
- Yes — Kary Whitehead's NPI (1215933924) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.