Kara Bischoff, M.D.
NPI 1275868721 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · San Francisco, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Bischoff, M.D. is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in San Francisco, CA (NPI 1275868721).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275868721
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A117106 (CA)
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 tenure28% of score
16 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
515 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 High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 240 | $161 |
| 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 | 158 | $19 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 45 | $83 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 39 | $197 |
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician OrG2212 | 33 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 64 | 13 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 60 | 16 |
| Buprenorphine | 43 | 13 |
| Methylphenidate Hcl | 37 | 13 |
| Fentanyl | 30 | — |
| Trazodone Hcl | 28 | — |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 25 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-10-15
- Last updated
- 2022-12-09
- Certified
- 2022-12-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Bischoff's NPI number?
- Kara Bischoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275868721, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Bischoff's specialty?
- Kara Bischoff is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kara Bischoff located?
- Kara Bischoff's practice location on file with NPPES is 350 Parnassus Ave Ste 300, San Francisco, CA 94117-3617.
- What is Kara Bischoff's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Bischoff is (415) 514-1966.
- Does Kara Bischoff accept Medicare?
- Kara Bischoff is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Bischoff's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Bischoff's NPI (1275868721) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.