Karl Bednarek, MD
NPI 1417932278 · Gastroenterology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Bednarek, MD is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1417932278).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1417932278
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 157730 (NY)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
741 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 153 | $102 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 120 | $112 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 116 | $145 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 102 | $402 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 76 | $127 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfatesbrand: Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf | 358 | 348 |
| Omeprazole | 304 | 133 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 209 | 92 |
| Famotidine | 91 | 45 |
| Hydrocortisone | 80 | 48 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 72 | 39 |
| Hydrocortisonebrand: Procto-Med Hc | 68 | 38 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-14
- Last updated
- 2021-02-23
- Certified
- 2021-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Bednarek's NPI number?
- Karl Bednarek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417932278, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Bednarek's specialty?
- Karl Bednarek is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Bednarek located?
- Karl Bednarek's practice location on file with NPPES is 10 Union Sq E, New York, NY 10003-3314.
- What is Karl Bednarek's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Bednarek is (212) 844-6335.
- Does Karl Bednarek accept Medicare?
- Karl Bednarek is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Bednarek's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Bednarek's NPI (1417932278) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.