John Karod, M.D.
NPI 1578661542 · Urology Physician · Caribou, ME
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Karod, M.D. is a Urology Physician provider in Caribou, ME (NPI 1578661542).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578661542
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 015462 (ME)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
680 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 Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 123 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 105 | $84 |
| Urinalysis, Manual Test81002 | 70 | $3 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope52000 | 68 | $74 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 68 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 175 | 64 |
| Finasteride | 158 | 72 |
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 97 | 26 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 42 | 34 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 31 | 25 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 30 | 27 |
| Nystatin | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$59 across 3 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 (1)
- 3 Glen Cove DrRockport, ME 04856-4232Phone: (207) 593-5400Fax: (207) 593-5301
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-21
- Last updated
- 2022-07-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Karod's NPI number?
- John Karod's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578661542, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Karod's specialty?
- John Karod is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Karod located?
- John Karod's practice location on file with NPPES is 74 Access Hwy, Caribou, ME 04736-3807.
- What is John Karod's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Karod is (207) 498-2359.
- Does John Karod accept Medicare?
- John Karod is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Karod's NPI active?
- Yes — John Karod's NPI (1578661542) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-07-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.