Kaveh Karimzad, MD
NPI 1376828269 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kaveh Karimzad, MD is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1376828269).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1376828269
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N6409 (TX)
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
14 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
3,436 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 1,027 | $8 |
| Programming of Dual Lead Pacemaker System93280 | 543 | $36 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 440 | $67 |
| Programming of Single, Dual, Or Multiple Lead Or Leadless Pacemaker System Before Or After Surgery93286 | 257 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 171 | $97 |
| Programming of Dual Lead Implantable Defibrillator System |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 168 | 53 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 122 | 36 |
| Nifedipinebrand: Nifedipine Er | 75 | 27 |
| Carvedilol | 74 | 22 |
| Flecainide Acetate | 48 | 13 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 40 | 13 |
| Lisinopril | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$650 across 6 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
- 2011-10-11
- Last updated
- 2024-06-25
- Certified
- 2024-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kaveh Karimzad's NPI number?
- Kaveh Karimzad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376828269, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kaveh Karimzad's specialty?
- Kaveh Karimzad is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kaveh Karimzad located?
- Kaveh Karimzad's practice location on file with NPPES is 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030-4000.
- What is Kaveh Karimzad's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kaveh Karimzad is (713) 792-6161.
- Does Kaveh Karimzad accept Medicare?
- Kaveh Karimzad is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kaveh Karimzad's NPI active?
- Yes — Kaveh Karimzad's NPI (1376828269) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.