Malek Karassi, M.D.
NPI 1447273586 · Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Endocrinology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Malek Karassi, M.D. is a Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1447273586).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447273586
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 21830 (AL)
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
1,590 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 | 487 | $108 |
| Continuous Monitoring of Blood Sugar Level in Tissue Fluid Using Sensor Under Skin With Interpretation and Report95251 | 364 | $29 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 306 | $9 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 109 | $4 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 97 | $147 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 71 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 88 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 835 | 277 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 762 | 190 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 653 | 230 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 555 | 114 |
| Insulin Lisprobrand: Humalog Kwikpen U-100 | 419 | 167 |
| Metformin Hcl | 378 | 132 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,272 across 60 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
- 2006-07-26
- Last updated
- 2017-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Malek Karassi's NPI number?
- Malek Karassi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447273586, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Malek Karassi's specialty?
- Malek Karassi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Malek Karassi located?
- Malek Karassi's practice location on file with NPPES is 817 Princeton Ave. Sw, Birmingham, AL 35211.
- What is Malek Karassi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Malek Karassi is (205) 787-2669.
- Does Malek Karassi accept Medicare?
- Malek Karassi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Malek Karassi's NPI active?
- Yes — Malek Karassi's NPI (1447273586) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.