Kara Pettigrew, MD
NPI 1548244791 · Family Medicine Physician · Fridley, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kara Pettigrew, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Fridley, MN (NPI 1548244791).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1548244791
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 42716 (MN)
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
1,614 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 295 | $9 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 250 | $120 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 219 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 145 | $85 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 122 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 61 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 239 | 81 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 214 | 64 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 195 | 66 |
| Lisinopril | 154 | 59 |
| Simvastatin | 151 | 48 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 142 | 42 |
| Omeprazole | 130 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-01
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kara Pettigrew's NPI number?
- Kara Pettigrew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548244791, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kara Pettigrew's specialty?
- Kara Pettigrew is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kara Pettigrew located?
- Kara Pettigrew's practice location on file with NPPES is 7675 Madison St Ne, Fridley, MN 55432-2753.
- What is Kara Pettigrew's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kara Pettigrew is (763) 785-4500.
- Does Kara Pettigrew accept Medicare?
- Kara Pettigrew is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kara Pettigrew's NPI active?
- Yes — Kara Pettigrew's NPI (1548244791) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.