Karen Bednarski, M.D.
NPI 1255540175 · Otolaryngology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Bednarski, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1255540175).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255540175
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 060704 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
801 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 | 307 | $128 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 133 | $185 |
| 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 | 96 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 63 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 60 | $169 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 168 | 79 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 154 | 56 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 127 | 48 |
| Omeprazole | 59 | 22 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 50 | 43 |
| Mupirocin | 48 | 31 |
| Prednisone | 44 | 35 |
| Famotidine | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16,832 across 61 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
- 2007-05-21
- Last updated
- 2026-01-27
- Certified
- 2026-01-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Bednarski's NPI number?
- Karen Bednarski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255540175, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Bednarski's specialty?
- Karen Bednarski is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Bednarski located?
- Karen Bednarski's practice location on file with NPPES is 18300 Katy Fwy Ste 605, Houston, TX 77094-1494.
- What is Karen Bednarski's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Bednarski is (281) 578-1910.
- Does Karen Bednarski accept Medicare?
- Karen Bednarski is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Bednarski's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Bednarski's NPI (1255540175) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-01-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.