Karen Altman, MD
NPI 1518912211 · Neurology Physician · West Hollywood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Altman, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in West Hollywood, CA (NPI 1518912211).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518912211
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- License
- G56064 (CA)
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
20 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
2,464 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 50 Minutes99233 | 1,426 | $123 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 241 | $195 |
| Measurement of Brain Wave Activity (eeg), Awake and Asleep95819 | 174 | $59 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 160 | $179 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 149 | $236 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Galantamine Hbr | 105 | 25 |
| Memantine Hcl | 72 | 19 |
| Gabapentin | 68 | 24 |
| Carbidopa/Levodopabrand: Carbidopa-Levodopa | 67 | 13 |
| Mirtazapine | 42 | — |
| Donepezil Hcl | 33 | — |
| Nortriptyline Hcl | 32 | — |
| Levetiracetam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$583 across 20 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
- 2006-05-23
- Last updated
- 2024-01-17
- Certified
- 2024-01-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Altman's NPI number?
- Karen Altman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518912211, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Altman's specialty?
- Karen Altman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Altman located?
- Karen Altman's practice location on file with NPPES is 8733 Beverly Bl, West Hollywood, CA 90048.
- What is Karen Altman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Altman is (310) 659-8451.
- Does Karen Altman accept Medicare?
- Karen Altman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Altman's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Altman's NPI (1518912211) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-01-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.