Karen Salomon-Escoto, M.D.
NPI 1235163999 · Rheumatology Physician · Worcester, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Salomon-Escoto, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Worcester, MA (NPI 1235163999).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235163999
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 226941 (MA)
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
19 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
405 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 | 207 | $97 |
| 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 | 64 | $16 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 46 | $57 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 40 | $143 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 31 | $133 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 31 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 282 | 80 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 225 | 59 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 140 | 37 |
| Upadacitinibbrand: Rinvoq | 120 | 17 |
| Celecoxib | 115 | 28 |
| Meloxicam | 106 | 24 |
| Methylprednisolone | 89 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$128 across 1 record (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
- 2006-07-10
- Last updated
- 2020-10-30
- Certified
- 2020-10-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Salomon-Escoto's NPI number?
- Karen Salomon-Escoto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235163999, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Salomon-Escoto's specialty?
- Karen Salomon-Escoto is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Salomon-Escoto located?
- Karen Salomon-Escoto's practice location on file with NPPES is 119 Belmont St, Worcester, MA 01605-2903.
- What is Karen Salomon-Escoto's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Salomon-Escoto is (508) 334-5224.
- Does Karen Salomon-Escoto accept Medicare?
- Karen Salomon-Escoto is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Salomon-Escoto's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Salomon-Escoto's NPI (1235163999) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.