Stephen Karol, M.D.
NPI 1487709986 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Merrillville, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Karol, M.D. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Merrillville, IN (NPI 1487709986).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1487709986
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01050812 (IN)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
3,169 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 2,312 | $71 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 337 | $104 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 332 | $156 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 66 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 42 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 88 | 75 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 87 | 50 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 69 | 33 |
| Lisinopril | 66 | — |
| Gabapentin | 58 | 23 |
| Furosemide | 52 | 35 |
| Apixaban |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$45 across 2 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
- 2007-01-24
- Last updated
- 2012-10-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Karol's NPI number?
- Stephen Karol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487709986, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Karol's specialty?
- Stephen Karol is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Karol located?
- Stephen Karol's practice location on file with NPPES is 521 E 86th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410-6173.
- What is Stephen Karol's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Karol is (219) 769-0777.
- Does Stephen Karol accept Medicare?
- Stephen Karol is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Karol's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Karol's NPI (1487709986) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-10-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.