Karl Schultz, MD
NPI 1558344507 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Gainesville, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karl Schultz, MD is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Gainesville, GA (NPI 1558344507).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558344507
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 037676 (GA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Other Service Providers
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
7 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,252 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 243 | $45 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 122 | $35 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 112 | $119 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 4-5 Views72050 | 92 | $46 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians andG0180 | 85 | $49 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 83 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 166 | 104 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 117 | 51 |
| Gabapentin | 103 | 41 |
| Mupirocin | 80 | 77 |
| Pregabalin | 62 | 26 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 55 | 32 |
| Methocarbamol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$9,357 across 38 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
Additional practice locations (6)
- 1270 Friendship RdBraselton, GA 30517-5630Phone: (678) 207-4600Fax: (678) 207-4601
- 1400 River PlBraselton, GA 30517-5600Phone: (770) 533-7288Fax: (770) 534-9800
- 835 Austin DrDemorest, GA 30535-4513Phone: (706) 754-8518Fax: (706) 754-6238
- 801 Austin DrDemorest, GA 30535-4513Phone: (706) 754-8066Fax: (706) 754-8086
- 1240 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SeSte 300Gainesville, GA 30501-3862Phone: (770) 534-7200Fax: (678) 450-3778
- 743 Spring St NeGainesville, GA 30501-3715Phone: (770) 533-7288Fax: (770) 534-9800
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-23
- Last updated
- 2026-05-20
- Certified
- 2026-05-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karl Schultz's NPI number?
- Karl Schultz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558344507, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karl Schultz's specialty?
- Karl Schultz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karl Schultz located?
- Karl Schultz's practice location on file with NPPES is 655 Jesse Jewell Pkwy Se, Gainesville, GA 30501-3756.
- What is Karl Schultz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karl Schultz is (770) 533-7288.
- Does Karl Schultz accept Medicare?
- Karl Schultz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karl Schultz's NPI active?
- Yes — Karl Schultz's NPI (1558344507) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.